Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Transportation & Logistics Partner in Clyde, OH
Founded in 1987, Spader Freight Services has grown from a single truck operation into a trusted leader in transportation and logistics. Our family-owned business prioritizes driver satisfaction, ensuring regional drivers return home weekly while maintaining a 300-mile service radius from Clyde, Ohio. With 85 trucks and over 100 drivers, we specialize in regional and national freight solutions, warehousing, and distribution. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our 53-foot dry vans for food-grade shipping and a safety-focused fleet. Backed by decades of experience, we offer contract carriage, brokerage services, and logistics planning to meet diverse client needs.Our on-site repair facility, Clyde Truck and Trailer Repair, ensures equipment reliability. Recognized for competitive pay structures, including guaranteed weekly earnings and performance bonuses, we treat every employee as a valued team member. Our warehousing facilities in Clyde and Tiffin, Ohio, provide over 525,000 square feet of secure storage space. By combining industry expertise with personalized service, we deliver efficient, cost-effective solutions tailored to each client's requirements. This dedication to excellence has made us a preferred partner for businesses seeking dependable freight transportation.
Services
Regional Routes
Contract Carriage
Warehousing
Distribution
Logistics
Truck Repair
Brokerage
Food Grade Shipping
Full Truck Load
300-Mile Radius
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We guarantee $1,100 weekly earnings for drivers with double weekend pay.
- Our drivers receive $.60+ per mile based on experience with no pay caps.
- We provide home time every weekend for regional drivers in Ohio.
- Our fleet includes 53-foot dry vans for food-grade and general commodity shipping.
- We offer on-site truck repair services through Clyde Truck and Trailer Repair.
Associations and certifications
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)
What people say
Enjoy working for Spader Freight
Respected member of the company
Happy with regional route assignments
Dedicated to serving you
Efficient and on time
Services
Regional Routes
Our regional routes cover a 300-mile radius from Clyde, Ohio, using experienced drivers with assigned trucks. This model ensures consistent delivery schedules while allowing drivers regular home time. Customers benefit from familiar teams and optimized logistics within the Midwest region.
Warehousing
With over 525,000 sq. ft. of facilities in Clyde and Tiffin, Ohio, our warehouses offer secure storage and distribution services. Our staff handles inventory consolidation, packaging, and rework while maintaining transparent tracking systems for client visibility.
Contract Carriage
We assign specialized drivers and late-model trucks to specific client accounts for consistent deliveries. This approach builds expertise in handling particular products and routes, ensuring reliable timelines and customized service for high-volume shippers.
Truck Repair
Clyde Truck and Trailer Repair provides on-site maintenance for company and owner-operator vehicles. Our facility offers quick turnaround times for repairs and preventive maintenance, minimizing downtime through convenient service access.
Logistics Planning
Our logistics team analyzes shipping patterns to create efficient transportation plans. We focus on reducing fuel costs and delivery times while maintaining safety standards, leveraging both our fleet and industry partnerships for comprehensive solutions.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
Our fleet operates within a 300-mile radius of Clyde, Ohio, with brokerage services covering the lower 48 states.
What driver experience is required?
We require at least one year of commercial tractor-trailer driving experience.
Do drivers have assigned trucks?
Regional drivers receive assigned trucks while local drivers share equipment through slip-seating.
What employee benefits are offered?
Full-time employees receive medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k with company match, paid holidays, and vacation time.
Do you provide warehouse services?
Yes, we offer 525,000 sq. ft. of warehousing space in Clyde and Tiffin, Ohio, with inventory management and distribution capabilities.
What truck types make up your fleet?
Our fleet consists of 53-foot dry vans designed for food-grade and general commodity shipping across North America.
