Riverside Transport
Riverside Transport Overview
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About Riverside Transport
Riverside Transport, Inc. (RTI) is a transportation and logistics company founded in 1993, headquartered in Kansas City, Kansas. Over the years, RTI has grown to operate a fleet of over 750 trucks and 3,000 trailers, providing comprehensive services across the continental United States.
Services Offered
RTI offers a diverse range of transportation services, including:
- Truckload Services: Providing full truckload solutions for various commodities.
- Less-than-Truckload (LTL) Services: Offering cost-effective shipping options for smaller freight volumes.
- Drayage: Specialized services for transporting goods over short distances, often as part of a longer journey.
- Flatbed Services: Handling transportation of oversized or heavy loads that require flatbed trailers.
- Intermodal Services: Combining different modes of transportation to optimize efficiency and cost.
The company also provides specialized solutions tailored to meet specific customer needs.
Fleet and Equipment
RTI's fleet is equipped with modern, well-maintained equipment to ensure safety and reliability:
- Tractors: Late-model conventional tractors with sleepers, equipped with driver communication devices and capable of hauling 46,000 pounds or more.
- Trailers: A mix of 53' air-ride dry vans and refrigerated (reefer) trailers, featuring swing doors and translucent roofs.
The company emphasizes the use of advanced technology, such as Qualcomm computers in all trucks, to streamline operations and improve communication between drivers and dispatch.
Locations
RTI operates terminals in several key locations:
- Kansas City, KS
- Muskogee, OK
- Owensboro, KY
- St. Louis, MO, USA
- Fort Worth, TX, USA
- Oklahoma City, OK, USA
- Louisville, KY, USA
- Columbus, OH, USA
- Wichita, KS, USA
- Dallas, TX, USA
- Madison, WI, USA
- Milwaukee, WI, USA
These terminals are equipped with maintenance repair shops to ensure the fleet remains in optimal condition.
Career Opportunities
RTI offers various career opportunities for drivers, including:
- Company Drivers: Positions with competitive pay packages and reliable customers.
- Lease Purchase Program: A no-money-down, no-credit-check program designed to help drivers become owner-operators.
- Owner Operators: Opportunities for experienced drivers to operate their own trucks under the RTI banner.
The company emphasizes a driver-focused culture, offering resources and support to help drivers succeed.
Commitment to Quality
RTI is committed to providing excellent service to its customers and a supportive environment for its employees. The company's vision is to be a top performer in all aspects of its operations, striving to be a top employer, provide superior service to customers, and earn corporate respect from competitors.