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Chieftain Van Lines

7201 Main St, Ralston, NE 68127

DOT 73670

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E-Mail
karin@chieftainvanlines.com
Phone Number
+1 (402) 331-4021

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Company information

Serving Omaha since 1941, Chieftain Van Lines brings four generations of moving expertise to families and businesses throughout the region. This woman-owned, family-operated company handles everything from local apartment moves to cross-country relocations, always treating belongings with the same care they'd give their own. Their team manages packing, transportation, and unpacking while maintaining constant communication throughout the process. With an A+ BBB rating backing their reputation, they also provide secure storage solutions for those needing temporary space between moves. What really separates Chieftain from typical moving companies is their personal approach—customers aren't just another job on the schedule. The Dudley family's hands-on involvement means you'll actually speak with decision-makers who care about getting things right, not anonymous call center representatives reading from scripts. Whether relocating a single bedroom or an entire corporate office, their licensed and insured crews work efficiently without sacrificing attention to detail.

Department of Transportation Government Data

All data is sourced from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).

Company Profile

Years in Business: 51 years - First Registered in Jun. 1974

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: 2 years ago

Company Information

Legal Name

chieftain van lines inc

DOT Number

73670

Registration Date

06/01/1974

Business Type

corporation

Entity Type

Carrier

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

09/27/2023

Added Date

06/01/1974

Cargo Types

Household Goods

Company Officers

Officer 1

cynthia boone

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Key Metrics

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Annual Miles (2022)

271,000

Filled: 09/27/2023

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

11

Total Drivers

11

CDL

Fleet Size:
F
- 12-14

12

Total Trucks

Safety Rating

S

Latest Review: N (1/1/1970)

Safety Information

Detailed safety guidelines and procedures to ensure compliance and minimize risks.

Violations

Total
Severe (Out of Service)
Driver Unfit to Drive
Unsafe Driving
Tired Driver
Vehicle Not Well Maintained

Violations explained

These are all the recorded violations for Chieftain Van Lines

Total: All recorded violations.
Severe (Out of Service): Critical violations halting operations until fixed. (The truck or the driver cannot drive and it would be illegal for them to do so.)
Driver Unfit to Drive: Violations regarding driver qualifications (medical, CDL, documents). For example, they are supposed to wear eyeglasses but are found driving without them.
Unsafe Driving: Violations like speeding, improper lane changes, ignoring traffic signs.
Tired Driver: Violations of driving/rest period rules preventing fatigue.
Vehicle Not Well Maintained: Vehicle-related violations (brakes, lights, cargo security, mechanical).

Monthly Risk Score

5 measures combined monthly score

The Risk Score evaluates each carrier's safety performance, combining key factors to provide a comprehensive safety assessment.

Purpose of the Risk Score: The score identifies carriers with higher safety risks by analyzing critical safety factors and providing actionable insights for improvement.

Factors Included in the Score: Combines unsafe driving, hours of service, driver fitness, substance use, and vehicle maintenance measures into a single metric.

Weight Distribution: Each factor is weighted based on its impact on safety, with unsafe driving and compliance having the highest influence.

Data Sources: Derived from regulatory records, inspection results, and carrier-reported data, ensuring a robust and accurate evaluation.

Use of the Risk Score: Helps stakeholders identify high-risk carriers, prioritize interventions, and promote safer practices across the transportation industry.

Drivers

Overview of vehicle assets and their allocation for operational needs.

Driver & Distance Allocation

Breakdown of driver assignments by route type and trip distance.

Local(< 100 mi)

Long-Distance(> 100 mi)

Total

Out-of-State01111

No in-state trips recorded for this period.

Inspections

This is a list of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration inspections from highway stops, conducted either randomly by highway patrol or at weigh stations.

REPORT #

DATE

↓

STATE

DRIVER VIOLATIONS

VEHICLE VIOLATIONS

UNSAFE DRIVING VIOLATIONS

DRIVER FATIGUE VIOLATIONS

SUBSTANCES OR ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS

VEHICLE MAINT. VIOLATIONS

1997005225

2024-06-14

MD

0

0

1

0

0

0

T034000435

2024-04-29

NE

0

0

0

0

0

1

0458893645

2024-04-25

CO

0

1

0

0

0

1

T445000047

2023-12-19

NE

0

0

0

0

0

1

5200010739

2023-07-26

ID

0

0

0

0

0

0

HP00965320

2023-06-21

KS

0

0

0

0

0

0

PQ00007211

2023-04-18

NE

0

0

1

0

0

0

000TT76ZNM

2023-04-18

IA

0

1

0

0

0

2

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections per year

Inspections

21

Total Inspections

8

Inspections per 100k miles

Inspections

2

Failed Inspections

0

Driver Failures

2

Vehicle Failures

Violations

This is a list of violations that occurred during Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration inspections.

Insp Date

Category

Severe Failure

Violation Details

2024-06-14

Unsafe DrivingNo

State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit.

2024-06-14

Unsafe DrivingNo

State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit

2024-04-29

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto Clamp (Short & Long) DD-3 or Bolt

2024-04-29

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto Clamp (Short & Long) DD-3 or Bolt

2024-04-25

Vehicle MaintenanceYes

Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure.

2024-04-25

Vehicle MaintenanceYes

Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS

2024-04-25

Vehicle MaintenanceYes

Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS

2023-12-19

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

No / insufficient warning devices

Violations

36

Total Violations

13

Violations per 100k miles

Crashes

REPORT #

DATE

↓

STATE

FATALITIES

INJURIES

TOW AWAY

LICENSE

NE0224018012

21-APR-24

NE

1

1

Y

205777

Crash Risk Score

0

Recordable crashes per vehicle

Amount of Crashes

1

Injury Crashes: 1 / Fatal Crashes: 1

Casualties

1

Injuries

1

Fatalities

Number of Tows

1

Injuries

Number of fatalities per year

Number of injuries per year

Crash Factors

Incidents by season

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

Incidents by weather condition

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

Incidents by road surface condition

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

Incidents by light condition

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

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