Cmt Excavating
Pekin, IL
DBA: EXCAVATION|HAULING GRAVEL|HAULING EQUIPMENT
Trust Score
Limited History
FMCSA data ↓
22,000
Power Units
4
Drivers
Est. 2023 (3 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
CMT EXCAVATING is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since May 2023. Based in PEKIN, IL, They are classified as Both Interstate & Intrastate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles) and interstate (within 100 miles) and intrastate (beyond 100 miles) and intrastate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Flatbed, Dump Truck, Power Only and Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Cmt Excavating operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 7,000 | 0 | 0 | 7,000 |
| Tractors | 15,000 | 0 | 0 | 15,000 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Cmt Excavating is authorized to transport the following 3 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 1
Driver Information
4
Total Drivers
1
CDL Drivers
2
Interstate Drivers
2
Intrastate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by CMT EXCAVATING
1 truck identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Aug 25, 2025.
What this fleet looks like
This fleet runs primarily Peterbilt equipment. Critical out-of-service rate. More than 1 in 4 inspections is finding park-it issues. FMCSA intervention is likely. No open NHTSA recalls identified on vehicles in this fleet. (Last cross-reference: Jul 2026.) Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (1 vehicle type)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | 100% |
Vehicle makes (1 brand on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Peterbilt | 1 | 100% |
License plates on file (1 shown)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53289R | IL | PTRB STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Aug 2025 |
Recent active vehicles (1 shown)
Fleet data is aggregated from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling window). Vehicles inspected under this carrier's DOT number are listed. A VIN can appear under multiple carriers over its lifetime if leased, sold, or operated by different fleets at different times. For VIN-specific recall service status, verify directly with the OEM dealer or NHTSA.gov/recalls.
Dispatch Services in IL
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
1
Inspections
24 months
3
Violations
Total found
3
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✗ Worse than national average (+292.6%)
✓ Better than national average (-21.7%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/25/2025 | IL | Driver Only | 3 | 3 |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does CMT EXCAVATING operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, CMT EXCAVATING is inferred to operate: Flatbed, Dump Truck, Power Only and Box Truck.
Is CMT EXCAVATING's authority currently active?
CMT EXCAVATING currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has CMT EXCAVATING been in business?
CMT EXCAVATING has been registered with the FMCSA since May 2023, making their authority approximately 3 years, 2 months old.
Where is CMT EXCAVATING located?
CMT EXCAVATING is physically located at 14176 STATE ROUTE 29, PEKIN, IL 61554-8066.
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How does a fleet like CMT EXCAVATING find qualified CDL drivers to hire in IL?
Most fleets in IL source drivers through a combination of: (1) ATS-listed job posting boards (Indeed, ZipRecruiter, CDLLife), (2) driver recruiting agencies that pre-screen candidates, (3) state-specific CDL school relationships, and (4) referral bonuses from current drivers. Average hire-cost in 2026 is $8,234–$20,729 per driver when factoring in recruiting spend, onboarding, and turnover. Read O Trucking's driver hiring guide for IL for benchmarks, average wages, and FMCSA hiring compliance requirements.
How do I verify a freight broker before hauling for them?
Before booking a load with any broker, verify: (1) active MC broker authority on FMCSA SAFER, (2) active BMC-84 surety bond or BMC-85 trust fund on FMCSA L&I, (3) double-brokering history via broker-credit reports, (4) days-to-pay reputation through carrier forums. O Trucking maintains an FMCSA-licensed broker directory with IL-based brokers — see our broker directory for IL.
Roadside Inspection History 1 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
CMT EXCAVATING has been inspected 1 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in IL. Out of these, 1 inspections (about 100%) resulted in an out-of-service order — meaning the truck or driver was held until a violation was fixed. The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is roughly 21%. The most frequently cited violation is 383.23A2 (Operating CMV without CDL) — 1 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-25 | IL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 3 | OOS · 3 |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 3 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
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