Jbk Transportation INC
Valparaiso, IN
Profile data updated Dec 17, 2025 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Mixed
FMCSA data ↓
9
Power Units
7
Drivers
FMCSA since 2005 (21 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
JBK TRANSPORTATION INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since January 2005. Based in Valparaiso, IN, they operate a fleet of 9 power units with 7 CDL drivers. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specialization is Flatbed.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Jbk Transportation INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 6 | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| Trailers | 5 | 3 | 0 | 8 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Jbk Transportation INC is authorized to transport the following 3 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 7
MCS-150 Mileage: 481,348 miles (2023)
Driver Information
7
Total Drivers
7
CDL Drivers
7
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by JBK TRANSPORTATION INC
6 trucks and 6 trailers identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Jun 9, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Kenworth, Benson/wabash, Peterbilt. Equipment breakdown: 6 TRUCK TRACTOR, 6 SEMI-TRAILER. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (2 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 6 | 50% |
| SEMI-TRAILER | 6 | 50% |
Trailers (6 on record)
Trailers recorded pulling under this carrier's DOT number in FMCSA roadside inspections. Individual trailer plates and VINs are listed in the plate and vehicle sections above.
| Semi-trailer | 6 |
| Transcraft | 3 |
| Benson Tru | 1 |
| East So Tr | 1 |
| Fontaine | 1 |
| Flatbed or Platform Trailer | 6 |
| 48 ft | 6 |
| 2 axles | 6 |
Vehicle makes (6 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth | 4 | 33% |
| Benson/wabash | 3 | 25% |
| Peterbilt | 2 | 17% |
| Transcraft | 1 | 8% |
| Fontaine Trailer Co. | 1 | 8% |
| East Manufacturing Corp. | 1 | 8% |
Spec sheets, common recalls & complaints for the truck models this carrier operates.
License plates on file (12 shown)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P1106821 | IL | Kenworth TRUCK TRACTOR | 4 | Jun 2026 |
| 907344ST | IL | Transcraft SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Jun 2026 |
| 3821150 | IN | Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Mar 2026 |
| 550764ST | IL | Benson Tru SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Mar 2026 |
| RB85587 | MI | Kenworth TRUCK TRACTOR | 5 | Feb 2026 |
| F026028 | MI | Transcraft SEMI-TRAILER | 5 | Feb 2026 |
| 3801911 | IN | Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Jan 2026 |
| 895688ST | IL | Fontaine SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Jan 2026 |
| 803329ST | IL | Transcraft SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | Oct 2025 |
| 231C398 | TX | East So Tr SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | Apr 2025 |
| R593584 | TX | Kenworth TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Apr 2025 |
| P1185595 | IL | TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Nov 2024 |
Plate registrations span 4 states: IL (6) · TX (2) · MI (2) · IN (2)
Recent active vehicles (12 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. Recall status is VIN-specific — use the NHTSA recall lookup linked on each vehicle above to see whether a given VIN has open (unremedied) recalls, or verify with the OEM dealer.
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
15
Inspections
24 months
38
Violations
Total found
7
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✗ Worse than national average (+0.5%)
✗ Worse than national average (+20.1%)
Out-of-service rates follow FMCSA's definition: the share of relevant roadside inspections in which at least one out-of-service order was issued. Vehicle rates use level 1, 2 and 5 inspections; driver rates use level 1, 2, 3 and 6. National averages are computed from the same FMCSA inspection data.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/09/2026 | MI | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 04/28/2026 | OH | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 03/05/2026 | IN | Walk-Around | 1 | 1 |
| 02/11/2026 | MI | Walk-Around | 5 | ✓ |
| 01/08/2026 | OH | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 10/29/2025 | OH | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 09/03/2025 | IN | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/20/2025 | MI | Full | 16 | 4 |
| 04/08/2025 | IL | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 12/09/2024 | MI | Walk-Around | 2 | 1 |
| 11/22/2024 | IN | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 11/06/2024 | LA | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 09/12/2024 | IL | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 09/10/2024 | IN | Driver Only | 2 | ✓ |
| 08/27/2024 | MI | Full | 9 | 1 |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
A single inspection can produce more than one out-of-service order, so this is a count of orders, not a rate. See the FMCSA vehicle and driver out-of-service rates in Safety Performance above.
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$750,000
ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 91X | CA-ZW3147 | $750,000 | 07/26/2024 |
View Insurance History (5 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GRT04449A | 07/26/2023 | 08/28/2024 | TERM/CANCL | |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN176040 | 07/26/2015 | 08/11/2023 | TERM/CANCL | |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GRT04449A | 07/26/2023 | 07/26/2024 | TERM/REPL | |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN176040 | 07/26/2015 | 07/26/2023 | TERM/REPL | |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 1761190 | 07/26/2012 | 07/26/2015 | TERM/REPL |
Insurance data sourced from FMCSA. Updated daily. Verify on FMCSA →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does JBK TRANSPORTATION INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, JBK TRANSPORTATION INC is inferred to operate: Flatbed.
Is JBK TRANSPORTATION INC's authority currently active?
JBK TRANSPORTATION INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has JBK TRANSPORTATION INC been in business?
JBK TRANSPORTATION INC has been registered with the FMCSA since January 2005, making their authority approximately 21 years, 6 months old.
Where is JBK TRANSPORTATION INC located?
JBK TRANSPORTATION INC is physically located at 435-5 W US HWY 6, VALPARAISO, IN 46385.
Roadside Inspection History 15 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
JBK TRANSPORTATION INC has been inspected 15 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in MI, IN, OH. Out of these, 4 inspections (about 27%) 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 393.47E (Clamp/brake out of adjustment) — 5 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-09 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-04-28 | OH | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-03-05 | IN | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | OOS · 1 |
| 2026-02-11 | MI | Level 2 · Walk-around | 5 | — |
| 2026-01-08 | OH | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-10-29 | OH | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2025-09-03 | IN | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2025-05-20 | MI | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 16 | OOS · 4 |
| 2025-04-08 | IL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-12-09 | MI | Level 2 · Walk-around | 2 | OOS · 1 |
| 2024-11-22 | IN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2024-11-06 | LA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-09-12 | IL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-09-10 | IN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | — |
| 2024-08-27 | MI | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 9 | OOS · 1 |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 10 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
Roadside Violation Profile
30 individual violations from FMCSA roadside inspections (rolling 24 months) are itemised for JBK TRANSPORTATION INC, of which 7 (23%) placed a driver or vehicle out of service. Itemised records can lag FMCSA's per-inspection totals shown in Violation Breakdown.
| BASIC category | Violations | Out-of-service |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 27 | 6 |
| Unsafe Driving | 2 | 0 |
| Driver Fitness | 1 | 1 |
Source: FMCSA roadside-inspection violation records (rolling 24-month summary). Counts reflect citations across all inspections under this carrier's DOT number; see Inspection History for individual inspection events. Violation severity and CSA percentile scores are shown in the Safety & Compliance section.
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