JOSHUA GRADING & EXCAVATING INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2289166
MC Number
784044
Fleet Size
29
Total Drivers
42
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 2, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
JOSHUA GRADING & EXCAVATING INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in PHELAN, California, operating 29 power units with 42 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 3.4% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 3 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 37 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in California is 9.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 22.6% across 319,565 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- RAILROAD
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
37
Total
46%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
OHIO SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Nov 9, 2020
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
3
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is JOSHUA GRADING & EXCAVATING INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for JOSHUA GRADING & EXCAVATING INC (USDOT #2289166) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is JOSHUA GRADING & EXCAVATING INC's safety record?
JOSHUA GRADING & EXCAVATING INC has 37 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 3 matching crashes. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does JOSHUA GRADING & EXCAVATING INC operate?
JOSHUA GRADING & EXCAVATING INC operates 29 power units with 42 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does JOSHUA GRADING & EXCAVATING INC transport hazardous materials?
No. JOSHUA GRADING & EXCAVATING INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is JOSHUA GRADING & EXCAVATING INC located?
JOSHUA GRADING & EXCAVATING INC is based in PHELAN, California at 8450 B WHITE RD, 92371. Phone: (760) 949-5867.
What are JOSHUA GRADING & EXCAVATING INC's out-of-service rates?
JOSHUA GRADING & EXCAVATING INC's driver out-of-service rate is 3.4%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 35.3%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.