Sunset Mechanical & Construction INC
Bakersfield, CA
Profile data updated Jun 20, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Limited History
FMCSA data ↓
25
Power Units
4
Drivers
Est. 2020 (6 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
SUNSET MECHANICAL & CONSTRUCTION INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since June 2020. Based in BAKERSFIELD, CA, They are classified as Both Interstate & Intrastate and operate intrastate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Dump Truck and Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Sunset Mechanical & Construction INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
Fleet Size Classification: 1,001-5,000 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Sunset Mechanical & Construction INC is authorized to transport the following 1 cargo type:
Operations Scope
MCS-150 Mileage: 115 miles (2022)
Driver Information
4
Total Drivers
4
Intrastate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by SUNSET MECHANICAL & CONSTRUCTION INC
1 truck identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: May 2, 2025.
What this fleet looks like
This fleet runs primarily Chevrolet equipment. Zero out-of-service results in the inspection window. Either a small inspection sample or genuinely clean equipment + driver compliance. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet | 1 | 100% |
License plates on file (1 shown)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08173R2 | CA | CHEV STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | May 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.
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Safety Performance
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
1
Inspections
24 months
3
Violations
Total found
0
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.5%)
✓ Better than national average (-21.7%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/02/2025 | CA | Driver Only | 3 | ✓ |
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Violation Breakdown
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does SUNSET MECHANICAL & CONSTRUCTION INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, SUNSET MECHANICAL & CONSTRUCTION INC is inferred to operate: Dump Truck and Box Truck.
Is SUNSET MECHANICAL & CONSTRUCTION INC's authority currently active?
SUNSET MECHANICAL & CONSTRUCTION INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has SUNSET MECHANICAL & CONSTRUCTION INC been in business?
SUNSET MECHANICAL & CONSTRUCTION INC has been registered with the FMCSA since June 2020, making their authority approximately 6 years, 1 month old.
Where is SUNSET MECHANICAL & CONSTRUCTION INC located?
SUNSET MECHANICAL & CONSTRUCTION INC is physically located at 4617 KIMBER AVENUE, BAKERSFIELD, CA 93307.
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Roadside Inspection History 1 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
SUNSET MECHANICAL & CONSTRUCTION INC has been inspected 1 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in CA. None of these inspections resulted in an out-of-service order, which is well above average. The most frequently cited violation is 392.2-SLLDL — 1 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-05-02 | CA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 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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