Carrier Search
Sign inSign up
Carrier profile · USDOT 4530208 · MC1796203 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Louis Vanicek

DBA LJV Trucking · Thompson Falls, MT · Interstate for-hire carrier · Since 2026
Authority active$750K BIPD on fileNot rated by FMCSAHazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsOilfield EquipmentGrain, Feed, Hay+6 more
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (406) 499-2079
1
Power units
1
Drivers
2
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
1
Annual miles
0 yr
Registered
85
/ 100
Clear to load

2 flags to check before loading

Registered less than a year ago: New entrants are a common vector for double brokering and fraud. Required cargo insurance not on file.

How we scored it · 5 factors
Operating authority20/20
Insurance15/20
Out-of-service rates20/20
Crashes & rating20/20
Continuity & identity10/20

Composite of public FMCSA authority, insurance, inspection and crash records weighted against the national fleet. Decision support, not an official FMCSA safety rating.

Safety

FMCSA inspections & crashes · 24 mo · AS OF OCT 7, 2026
Vehicle out-of-service
—
National 22.26% · 1 of 1 inspections · needs 3+
Driver out-of-service
—
National 6.67% · 0 of 2 inspections · needs 3+
Crashes
0
0 fatal0 injury0 tow-away
Crash rate 0.00 per 1M mi
Total inspections
2
Driver inspections
2
Vehicle inspections
1
People injured
0
Fatalities
0
FMCSA rating
Not rated

Enforcement

FMCSA closed cases

Closed enforcement cases — case numbers, violation codes and the amount settled — are available after you create a free account.

Create an accountSign in

Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026
Carrier
Active
Broker
None
Docket
MC1796203
Revocation pending
No
Common Carrier (Property, Household Goods)

Coverage vs federal minimum

BIPD liability$750,000
$750K required minimum (49 CFR 387.9)
CargoRequired, not on file

Filings on record

  1. Mar 13, 2026Liability (BIPD) · United Financial Casualty Company · $750,000

Equipment

SELF-REPORTED ON MCS-150
1
Power units
1
Trucks
1
Tractors owned
1
Trailers owned
1
Drivers
1
CDL drivers
Registered to haul hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
InterstateAuthorized for Hire
Cargo carried
General FreightLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsOilfield EquipmentGrain, Feed, HayGarbage/RefuseCommodities Dry BulkPaper ProductsAgricultural/Farm SuppliesConstructionPaper Product
Annual mileage
1 mi (2025)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
4530208
MC / docket
MC-1796203
Legal name
Louis Vanicek
DBA
LJV Trucking
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Interstate
First registered
Feb 6, 2026
Last MCS-150
Mar 20, 2026
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
1 (1)
Hazmat
Yes
Business type
—

Fraud & network signals

For review, not a verdict.

No prior revocation
FMCSA shows no link to a previously revoked authority.
Unique phone number
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique email address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Shared street address
Same street address as 1 other active USDOT.
Sharing this street address

Shared contact details can mean affiliated companies or a registration service, but they are also a common sign of chameleon carriers and identity theft. Confirm you're dealing with the company you expect.

Frequently asked

What is Louis Vanicek's USDOT number?

Louis Vanicek's USDOT number is 4530208 and its docket number is MC1796203.

Is Louis Vanicek authorized to operate?

Yes. FMCSA shows active carrier operating authority.

What is Louis Vanicek's safety record?

Over the last 24 months: 2 roadside inspections, and 0 reportable crashes (0 fatal). Not rated by FMCSA.

How big is Louis Vanicek's fleet?

1 power unit and 1 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Mar 20, 2026.

What insurance does Louis Vanicek carry?

$750,000 in BIPD liability coverage is on file with United Financial Casualty Company.

Where is Louis Vanicek located?

Louis Vanicek is located at 107 Woodlin Ln, Thompson Falls, MT, 59873. Phone: (406) 499-2079.

Similar carriers in Montana

All Montana carriers →
Triple Zero Tools LLC
Glasgow, MT · 1 power units
Carrier
Trailer Kings Rental LLC
Missoula, MT · 1 power units
Carrier
Quality Water Works Inc
Kalispell, MT · 1 power units
Carrier
Currier Hot Shot Services LLC
Culbertson, MT · 1 power units
Carrier
A&R Excavation
Butte, MT · 1 power units
Carrier
Tyler R L Bryant
Choteau, MT · 1 power units
Carrier
Trucking companies in Thompson FallsFreight brokers in Montana

Source: FMCSA public records via the U.S. DOT Open Data Portal. Carrier Search presents the federal record and computed signals for decision support only. It is not an FMCSA safety rating and not a recommendation to use or avoid any carrier. Verify authority and insurance before tendering.