BEN PAVELKA TRUCKING INC
USDOT 765609 • 4440 NORTH GUNPOWDER CIRCLE, HASTINGS, NE, 68901
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (4)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | 4E79436 | ON FILE | Aug 5, 2014 | Aug 1, 2015 |
| PACIFIC FINANCIAL ASSOCIATION, INC. | TRUST FUND | NONE | ON FILE | Oct 8, 2013 | Oct 8, 2013 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | SURETY | SIC16756B | ON FILE | Oct 27, 2012 | Sep 5, 2013 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | CLP85204A | ON FILE | Dec 2, 2002 | Nov 9, 2013 |
Insurance History (10 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PACIFIC FINANCIAL ASSOCIATION, INC. | TRUST FUND | NONE | REPLACED | Sep 5, 2013 | Oct 8, 2013 |
| AMERICAN CONTRACTORS INDEMNITY COMPANY | SURETY | 1000909596 | CANCELLED | Oct 20, 2011 | Nov 16, 2012 |
| AMERICAN CONTRACTORS INDEMNITY COMPANY | SURETY | 1000909596 | REPLACED | Oct 20, 2011 | Oct 27, 2012 |
| EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | 4E5-65-99 | REPLACED | Aug 1, 2011 | Aug 5, 2014 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | SURETY | SIC16756A | REPLACED | Oct 27, 2009 | Oct 20, 2011 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP85204A | REPLACED | Dec 2, 2002 | Aug 1, 2011 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | CLP85204A | NAME CHANGED | Aug 1, 1998 | Dec 21, 2002 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP85204A | NAME CHANGED | Aug 1, 1998 | Dec 21, 2002 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | CLP85204A | REPLACED | Aug 1, 1998 | Dec 2, 2002 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP85204A | REPLACED | Aug 1, 1998 | Dec 2, 2002 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | 4E79436 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2015 | Aug 1, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | 4E5-65-99 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 5, 2014 | Aug 5, 2014 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP85204A | CARGO | Nov 9, 2013 | Nov 9, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | PACIFIC FINANCIAL ASSOCIATION, INC. | NONE | TRUST FUND | Oct 8, 2013 | Oct 8, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | PACIFIC FINANCIAL ASSOCIATION, INC. | NONE | TRUST FUND | Oct 8, 2013 | Oct 8, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | SIC16756B | SURETY | Sep 5, 2013 | Sep 5, 2013 |
| TERM/CANCL | AMERICAN CONTRACTORS INDEMNITY COMPANY | 1000909596 | SURETY | Nov 16, 2012 | Nov 16, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN CONTRACTORS INDEMNITY COMPANY | 1000909596 | SURETY | Oct 27, 2012 | Oct 27, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | SIC16756A | SURETY | Oct 20, 2011 | Oct 20, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP85204A | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2011 | Aug 1, 2011 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP85204A | CARGO | Dec 21, 2002 | Dec 21, 2002 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP85204A | BIPD/Primary | Dec 21, 2002 | Dec 21, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP85204A | CARGO | Dec 2, 2002 | Dec 2, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP85204A | BIPD/Primary | Dec 2, 2002 | Dec 2, 2002 |
Authority Action History (3 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC344949 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 22, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 23, 2012 |
| MC344949 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | Nov 6, 2009 | — | Unknown |
| MC344949 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Sep 16, 1998 | — | Unknown |
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
20 states • 52 inspections
Violation Summary (46 violations from 52 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8 | Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner) | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.110B2I-C | Cargo securement - logs | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8F1-HOSM | HOS (Manner) - Driver's record of duty status not current to the time shown for last change of duty status. Date and Time: | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2C | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.40A-B | Inadequate brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9BA-NOREG | 392.9BA-NOREG | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB | 390.21TB | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.9H | Inoperable head lamps | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.110C | Cargo securement - logs | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 1 | 1 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8(a) | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.100(c) | Failure to prevent cargo shifting | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100(b) | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22(b)(2)(ii) | Motor carrier failed to include required user identification data in ELD account | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
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 (52 inspections)
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Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
12 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (12 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2, 2025 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I 80 EB MM 89.10 | ...636768 | BEN PAVELKA TRUCKING INC |
| Jun 8, 2023 | SD | TOW | 0 | 0 | RURAL | SD HWY 42 | ...663348 | BEN PAVELKA TRUCKING INC |
| Jan 25, 2023 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | DOWNS | U24 | ...035989 | BEN PAVELKA TRUCKING INC |
| Jun 24, 2021 | NC | INJURY | 0 | 1 | FAYETTEVILLE | STONEY POINT RD | ...M41338 | BEN PAVELKA TRUCKING INC |
| Jun 3, 2021 | NE | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | N-15 | ...211496 | BEN PAVELKA TRUCKING INC |
| Jul 11, 2017 | NE | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 26, 2016 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 25, 2011 | NE | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 7, 2005 | NE | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 28, 2003 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 6, 2003 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 16, 2001 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
27 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 27 events