JOSHUA ESQUIVEL
USDOT 3651528 • DBA: ESQUIVEL TRUCKING • 286 DEEP CREEK DR, BAKERSFIELD, CA, 93308
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals2 flagged
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-1258821 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Mar 27, 2026 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TMA91000958 | ON FILE | Jan 28, 2026 | Mar 20, 2026 |
Insurance History (22 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TMA91000958 | CANCELLED | Oct 4, 2025 | Jan 29, 2026 |
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KSCW4169374-00 | REPLACED | Oct 4, 2024 | Oct 4, 2024 |
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KSCW4169374-00 | CANCELLED | Oct 4, 2024 | Dec 10, 2024 |
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KSCW4169374-00 | REPLACED | Oct 4, 2024 | Oct 4, 2024 |
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KSCW4169374-00 | CANCELLED | Oct 4, 2024 | Oct 6, 2025 |
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KSCW4169374-00 | CANCELLED | Oct 4, 2024 | Sep 3, 2025 |
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KSCW4169374-00 | REPLACED | Oct 4, 2024 | Oct 4, 2025 |
| AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ASC100655-01 | REPLACED | Apr 8, 2023 | Apr 8, 2023 |
| AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ASC100655-01 | CANCELLED | Apr 8, 2023 | Oct 15, 2023 |
| AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ASC100655-01 | REPLACED | Apr 8, 2023 | Apr 8, 2023 |
| AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ASC100655-01 | CANCELLED | Apr 8, 2023 | Jul 15, 2023 |
| AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ASC100655-01 | REPLACED | Apr 8, 2023 | Apr 8, 2023 |
| AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ASC100655-01 | REPLACED | Apr 8, 2023 | Apr 8, 2023 |
| AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ASC100655-01 | CANCELLED | Apr 8, 2023 | Mar 20, 2024 |
| AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ASC100655-01 | CANCELLED | Apr 8, 2023 | Feb 16, 2024 |
| AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ASC100655-01 | REPLACED | Apr 8, 2023 | Apr 8, 2023 |
| AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ASC100655-01 | CANCELLED | Apr 8, 2023 | Jan 13, 2024 |
| AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ASC100655-01 | REPLACED | Apr 8, 2023 | Apr 8, 2023 |
| AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ASC100655-01 | CANCELLED | Apr 8, 2023 | Nov 14, 2023 |
| AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ASC100655-01 | CANCELLED | Apr 8, 2023 | Dec 15, 2023 |
| AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ASA004395-01 | CANCELLED | Jan 12, 2023 | Mar 29, 2023 |
| DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | BIPD/Primary | CCA-0016890-00 | CANCELLED | Feb 8, 2022 | Jan 12, 2023 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA91000958 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 20, 2026 | Mar 20, 2026 |
| CANCEL | SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA91000958 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 29, 2026 | Jan 29, 2026 |
| TERM/CANCL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSCW4169374-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 6, 2025 | Oct 6, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSCW4169374-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 4, 2025 | Oct 4, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSCW4169374-00 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 3, 2025 | Sep 3, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSCW4169374-00 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 10, 2024 | Dec 10, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSCW4169374-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 4, 2024 | Oct 4, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSCW4169374-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 4, 2024 | Oct 4, 2024 |
| CANCEL | AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | ASC100655-01 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 20, 2024 | Mar 20, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | ASC100655-01 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 16, 2024 | Feb 16, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | ASC100655-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 13, 2024 | Jan 13, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | ASC100655-01 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 15, 2023 | Dec 15, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | ASC100655-01 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 14, 2023 | Nov 14, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | ASC100655-01 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 15, 2023 | Oct 15, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | ASC100655-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 15, 2023 | Jul 15, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | ASC100655-01 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2023 | Apr 8, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | ASC100655-01 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2023 | Apr 8, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | ASC100655-01 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2023 | Apr 8, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | ASC100655-01 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2023 | Apr 8, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | ASC100655-01 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2023 | Apr 8, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | ASC100655-01 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2023 | Apr 8, 2023 |
| CANCEL | AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | ASA004395-01 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 29, 2023 | Mar 29, 2023 |
| CANCEL | DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | CCA-0016890-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 12, 2023 | Jan 12, 2023 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-1258821 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-1258821 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (13 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1258821 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 23, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 27, 2026 |
| MC1258821 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 2, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 29, 2026 |
| MC1258821 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 9, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 3, 2025 |
| MC1258821 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 7, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 18, 2025 |
| MC1258821 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Oct 7, 2024 | — | Unknown |
| MC1258821 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 22, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 9, 2024 |
| MC1258821 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 18, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 21, 2023 |
| MC1258821 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 20, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 21, 2023 |
| MC1258821 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 18, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 25, 2023 |
| MC1258821 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 18, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 22, 2023 |
| MC1258821 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jul 7, 2023 | REVOKED | Mar 26, 2024 |
| MC1258821 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 16, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 13, 2023 |
| MC1258821 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Feb 16, 2022 | REVOKED | Apr 4, 2023 |
Out-of-Service Orders (1)
| OOS Date | Reason | Status | Rescinded |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 26, 2023 | New Entrant Revoked - Refusal of Audit/No Contact | ACTIVE | Jun 27, 2023 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
9 states • 16 inspections
Violation Summary (86 violations from 16 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 5 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 2 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 2 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 2 | 2 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8A-ELD | Failing to keep RODS | 2 | 2 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2C | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | 2 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3 | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2IRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 2 | 2 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUCR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2LV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9A2-C | Cargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11TU | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.19 | Hazard warning signal inoperable | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203E | Cab front bumper missing/unsecured/protrude | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.30 | Battery improperly secured | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47D | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9T | Inoperable tail lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSLOW | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCHL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.86A2-RIG | Rear end protection (ICC bumper) missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLDL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSOA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9BRKLAMP | Inoperative Brake Lamps | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9A2 | Failing to secure vehicle equipment | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75C | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9H | Inoperable head lamps | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.15A-SIN | Driving while disqualified | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.26B | Motor carrier failed to ensure that the ELD automatically recorded the required data elements. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2UCR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.209(e) | Power steering violations | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8 | Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:390.17 | 390.17 | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (16 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Compliance Timeline
26 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 26 events