Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Trusted Flatbed Trucking Partner
Founded in 1984, James Burg Trucking has established itself as a leader in the flatbed trucking industry. Our founder, James Burg, began with a single truck and grew the business into a fleet of over 90 vehicles through innovation and dedication to safety. We specialize in serving the automotive and construction industries across the Midwest, utilizing lightweight, efficient equipment and advanced safety technologies. Our ISO 9001 certification underscores our commitment to quality management and continuous improvement. With decades of experience, we prioritize customer service, achieving on-time delivery rates that exceed industry standards.Our team of professional drivers and state-of-the-art facilities, including repair shops and driver lounges, ensure operational excellence. We invest in cutting-edge features like disc brakes, collision mitigation systems, and retractable tarping systems to enhance safety and efficiency. Our partnerships with major metal suppliers and construction clients reflect our reputation for reliability. Backed by awards like the Heavy Duty Trucking Magazine Innovator of the Year, we remain focused on delivering cost-effective solutions. Today, we continue expanding our fleet and services while maintaining the core values that have driven our success.
Services
Flatbed Trucking
Steel Hauling
Construction Material Transport
Multi-axle Deliveries
Regional Freight Services
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We operate a modern fleet with safety features like collision mitigation systems
- Our drivers receive paid training and competitive freight-based pay
- ISO 9001 certified quality management system since 1984
- 90%+ driver retention rate with comprehensive benefits packages
- Award-winning safety performance recognized by Acuity Insurance
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- National Quality Assurance
What people say
Competitive pay
Modern equipment
Safety focus
Home time benefits
Services
Flatbed Trucking
Our flatbed trucking solutions handle oversized and heavy cargo across the Midwest. Specializing in automotive parts and construction materials, we use 5-11 axle configurations with GVW capacities ranging from 80,000 to 164,000 pounds. Our retractable tarping systems protect freight while maintaining delivery speed.
Steel Hauling
Dedicated steel transportation services for Midwest manufacturers. Our specialized equipment handles coil, plate, and structural steel shipments with precision. Regional drivers average $65,000 annually, while experienced operators earn over $80,000 transporting high-value steel products.
Multi-axle Deliveries
Permitted multi-axle transport solutions for oversized construction equipment and industrial machinery. Our 7-axle configurations comply with Midwest state regulations while maximizing payload capacity. Safety systems include roll stability controls and tire inflation monitoring.
Driver Training
Paid training program for new drivers featuring guaranteed pay during instruction. Experienced mentors teach safe operation of our modern fleet, including collision mitigation technology and tarping systems. Training graduates receive premium pay incentives.
Equipment Maintenance
24/7 maintenance support for our 90+ truck fleet. Our in-house shop services flatbed combinations and performs DOT inspections. Preventative maintenance ensures 98% equipment uptime, with breakdown assistance available through our dispatch team.
People
James Burg
President, CEO
Founder of James Burg Trucking with 40+ years in the industry. Recognized as Heavy Duty Trucking Magazine's Innovator of the Year. Active in American Trucking Associations and recipient of multiple safety awards.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We specialize in automotive parts transportation and construction material hauling across the Midwest region.
What driver qualifications are required?
CDL-A license with hazmat endorsement preferred. Minimum 23 years old with clean driving record and DOT medical card.
What safety features do your trucks have?
Our fleet includes disc brakes, collision mitigation systems, roll stability controls, and tire inflation monitoring technology.
What pay structure do you offer drivers?
Competitive percentage-based pay with increases after first year, plus safety bonuses and referral incentives up to $6,500 annually.
What home time options exist?
Local Detroit drivers go home nightly. Regional drivers have weekend home time with occasional mid-week opportunities based on tenure.
