Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted Transportation Partner in Illinois
Wheeling Transportation has been a family-owned and operated business for four generations, delivering reliable transportation solutions since 1986. With 37 years of industry experience, our professional staff and active ownership involvement ensure personalized service tailored to client needs. We specialize in full-service leasing, offering dedicated drivers and equipment customized to your specifications, including uniforms, vehicle branding, and logistics management. Our dual locations in Palatine and Bolingbrook, Illinois, enable us to serve Carol Stream, Schaumburg, Des Plaines, Elmhurst, and surrounding areas with efficiency.By combining ownership-driven oversight with on-site or off-site dispatch capabilities, we maintain seamless operations and instant communication. Our commitment to quality extends to our sister company, Northwest Trucks Inc., which supports additional service requirements. Whether you need dedicated transportation across 48 states, local shuttle services, or brokerage solutions, our team prioritizes reliability, flexibility, and customer satisfaction. We invite you to experience our locally owned expertise and explore career opportunities as a driver with our growing team.
Services
Dedicated transportation
Local spotting
Shuttle operations
Multi-stop deliveries
Truckload brokerage
Less-than-truckload brokerage
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- Family-owned for four generations with 37 years of industry experience
- Ownership directly involved in daily operations and client relationships
- Customizable transportation solutions including vehicle branding and uniforms
- Dual locations serving Palatine, Bolingbrook, and surrounding regions
- Sister company support for expanded service capabilities
Services
Dedicated Transportation
Wheeling Transportation provides dedicated transportation services covering 48 states with customized driver and equipment assignments. Our clients receive exclusive use of resources, ensuring consistent service quality and schedule reliability. This solution works particularly well for businesses requiring long-term, specialized logistics support.
Local Spotting
We offer local spotting and shuttle operations for businesses needing frequent short-distance transportation solutions. Our services include container relocation, chassis movement, and inter-facility transfers within the Midwest region. This helps manufacturers and distribution centers maintain efficient yard operations.
Multi-Stop Deliveries
Our multi-stop scheduled delivery service maximizes efficiency for clients with complex distribution requirements. We coordinate multiple delivery points while maintaining strict time windows, reducing transportation costs and improving supply chain visibility for regional operations.
Truckload Brokerage
The company provides truckload brokerage services connecting shippers with capacity solutions across North America. Our experienced team manages load matching, carrier vetting, and shipment tracking to ensure timely deliveries while maintaining cost-effectiveness for volume freight needs.
Less-than-Truckload Brokerage
For smaller freight volumes, we offer LTL brokerage services that consolidate shipments while maintaining proper handling protocols. This service provides cost savings through optimized freight consolidation without compromising on delivery timelines or cargo security standards.
People
David Krueger
General Manager
David Krueger oversees daily operations at Wheeling Transportation with over 37 years of industry experience. As General Manager, he ensures the family-owned business maintains its commitment to personalized service while adapting to modern logistics challenges.
Max Briddick
Vice President of Operations
Max Briddick serves as Vice President of Operations, managing transportation strategies and client relationships. With extensive experience in fleet management, he helps maintain the company's high service standards across its 48-state coverage area.
Kyle Federkins
Recruiting / Operations Lead
Kyle Federkins leads driver recruitment and operations coordination at Wheeling Transportation. He focuses on maintaining driver satisfaction while ensuring efficient resource allocation for the company's dedicated transportation services.
Rick Miller
Brokerage
Rick Miller manages brokerage operations, connecting clients with capacity solutions across North America. His expertise in freight matching helps optimize transportation efficiency while maintaining cost-effective solutions for shippers.
Questions
What transportation services do you offer?
We provide dedicated transportation across 48 states, local spotting/shuttle operations, multi-stop deliveries, and truckload/LTL brokerage services.
Are you a family-owned business?
Yes, we've been family-owned and operated for four generations with active ownership involvement in daily operations.
Do you offer customizable equipment and branding?
Yes, we allow full customization of uniforms, vehicle paint, lettering, and logos to match your company's specifications.
What areas do you serve?
We operate from Palatine and Bolingbrook, Illinois, serving Carol Stream, Schaumburg, Des Plaines, Elmhurst, and surrounding regions.
Do you have sister company support?
Yes, our sister company Northwest Trucks Inc. provides additional resources and specialized services to complement our offerings.
How can I apply to become a driver?
Visit our website to complete an application or contact us directly at (847) 934-9299 for employment opportunities.
