VELA TRANSPORT LLC
Overview
- FMCSA Authority status Active since
- USDOT1469183
- DocketMC554920
- Carrier operationInterstate
- Websitewww.velatransport.com
About
Vela Transport LLC is a long established, family owned transportation company, located in Grand Rapids, MI. We are looking for OTR drivers to drive long distances for us.
Here at Vela we understand that Truck Drivers are the backbone of our industry. We never forget that our success as an organization depends upon your success, and we work hard to ensure that our Company Drivers’ needs are met. At Vela Transport you are a person and not just a number. Respect and understanding is key to all our interactions.
This position consists of driving a company truck (tractor trailer) over an established route to deliver products and pick-up products from customers’ places of business.
Majority of work is in midwestern states, but you will be sent all over the lower 48.
Here at Vela we understand that Truck Drivers are the backbone of our industry. We never forget that our success as an organization depends upon your success, and we work hard to ensure that our Company Drivers’ needs are met. At Vela Transport you are a person and not just a number. Respect and understanding is key to all our interactions.
This position consists of driving a company truck (tractor trailer) over an established route to deliver products and pick-up products from customers’ places of business.
Majority of work is in midwestern states, but you will be sent all over the lower 48.
Fleet information
MCS-150 Mileage (2023): 4,000,000 miles - Reported on
Total drivers
38 Operation classifications
Auth. For Hire
Cargo Carried
General freight
Operating area
This map highlights states where the company is likely driving, based on truck inspection data from the FMCSA. Headquarters
Operating area
Inspections & safety
Inspections & safety violations
| Total | Severe | Out of service | Measure | Percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance | 47 | 7 | 17 | 10.14 | 74th |
| Unsafe driving | 9 | 4 | 0 | 1.48 | 24th |
| Hours of service compliance | 8 | 4 | 1 | 0.88 | 37th |
| Driver fitness | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.09 | 7th |
| Controlled substances | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0th |
Accident report
| Last 6 months | 6-12 months ago | 12-24 months ago | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fatalities | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Injuries | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Tow-away | 3 | 1 | 2 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 1 | 2 | 6 |
Inspections
| Inspections | OOS inspections | OOS percentage | National average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driver | 61 | 2 | 3.28% | 9.88% |
| Vehicle | 25 | 11 | 44.00% | 27.42% |
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