Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Flatbed Trucking Solutions
Tennessee Steel Haulers (TSH) has been a leader in flatbed logistics since 1976, delivering dependable long- and short-haul trucking solutions across North America. Our commitment to safety, customer relationships, and operational excellence has established us as a trusted partner in the industry. With over 40 years of experience, we prioritize professional service, leveraging a fleet of 600 drivers and advanced logistics capabilities to meet diverse freight needs.Our core values of teamwork, sustainability, and honesty guide every decision, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions backed by proven expertise. We maintain rigorous safety standards, continuous driver training, and compliance with federal regulations to guarantee reliable, on-time deliveries. As a family-oriented business, we treat partners and drivers as valued members of our team, fostering long-term relationships built on mutual respect and accountability.
Services
Flatbed Trucking
Stepdeck Trucking
Specialized Hauling
Brokerage Network
International Transport
Lease Purchase Program
Equipment Financing
Driver Training
Permit Services
Route Planning
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We offer 75% of line haul pay to Owner Operators with 100% accessorial fees passed through
- Daily settlements via Direct Deposit or EFS for Owner Operators
- Lease Purchase options available for trucks and trailers
- Dedicated Driver Support Specialists assist with permits and route planning
- Comprehensive safety program with rigorous driver training and DOT compliance
What people say
Excellent pay program
Professional people
Bend over backwards to help
Treated me right
Home to me
Services
Flatbed Trucking
TSH specializes in flatbed trucking for standard freight shipments across North America. Our experienced drivers handle 47,000-pound loads with professional securing techniques using vinyl-coated tarps, straps, chains, and binders. This service accommodates irregular routes and challenging weather conditions while maintaining strict safety protocols for secure transportation.
Stepdeck Trucking
Our stepdeck trailers transport taller, oversized freight on open deck platforms with capacities up to 44,000 pounds. Featuring container locks on select units, this service includes route planning assistance and permit coordination for overdimensional shipments. Expert drivers manage specialized loading requirements for industrial equipment and construction materials.
Specialized Hauling
TSH handles overweight and overdimensional loads using multi-axle trailers (up to 13 axles) and RGN units. Our specialized division provides engineering analysis, site preparation, rigging services, and agricultural transport. GPS tracking ensures visibility while our permit experts coordinate routing approvals for complex shipments requiring specialized equipment and expertise.
Brokerage Network
Our vetted carrier network ensures reliable freight movement with continuous monitoring for DOT/CSA compliance. This service guarantees liability coverage for contracted loads and provides dedicated support for load tracking and delivery assurance. We maintain strict quality standards for all partner carriers in our logistics network.
International Transport
TSH provides through-trailer services to Mexico and Canada with dedicated Laredo terminal support. Our Mexico operations cover major cities including Monterrey, Guadalajara, and Mexico City. We maintain contracts with qualified Mexican carriers to prevent transloading delays while servicing all Canadian provinces with experienced cross-border logistics solutions.
People
Sid Stanley
CEO Emeritus
Founded TSH in 1977 after working with Mason Dixon Truck Lines and Cherokee Hauling. Focuses on strategic oversight while mentoring the leadership team. Career highlight involves building industry relationships and growing TSH into a respected company.
Gregg Stanley
CEO
Co-owner and CEO since 1998 who led TSH's exponential growth. Previously worked in construction and food service. Prioritizes family values while managing company operations with his father, twin brother, and brother-in-law.
Michael Sheehan
CBDO
Chief Business Development Officer since 2007 with prior experience at Dallas Cowboys and telecommunications firm. Oversees finance, risk management, and business development. Disabled US Army veteran actively involved in veteran support initiatives.
Scott Sheehan
VP of Operations
Vice President of Operations since 2010 responsible for safety, sales, and owner operator relations. Former roles at Yahoo! and Business.com. Focuses on improving safety standards and expanding market share while balancing family commitments.
Joe Williams
Manager of Safety
Safety Manager ensuring compliance with all federal and state regulations. Oversees driver training programs and accident prevention initiatives. Maintains TSH's commitment to safety as the highest priority in all operations.
Questions
What pay programs do you offer owner operators?
Owner Operators earn 75% of line haul with 100% accessorial fees passed through. Lease Purchase drivers receive 72% of line haul. Daily settlements available via Direct Deposit or EFS.
What driver requirements must I meet?
1 year commercial driving experience including OTR within 3 years, 6 months flatbed experience, clean CVSA inspection history, and no major violations in 3 years.
What equipment options are available?
Lease Purchase options for 2010+ tractors and 48 tandem axle trailers. TSH provides required tarps, chains, and binders with $250 weekly deductions until paid in full.
How do you support driver success?
Dedicated Driver Support Specialists assist with permits, route planning, and compliance. We provide in-cab scanning, daily settlements, and safety incentive programs for clean inspections.
What areas do you service?
We operate throughout the United States with dedicated Laredo, TX terminal supporting Mexico routes to Monterrey, Guadalajara, and Mexico City. Full coverage in all Canadian provinces.
What safety programs do you offer?
TSH maintains rigorous safety standards including initial and ongoing training, CVSA inspection monitoring, and immediate corrective action for unsafe acts. Safety is our highest priority company-wide.
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