J L HESTER LLC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
3194741
MC Number
143711
Fleet Size
7
Total Drivers
4
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
J L HESTER LLC is a small interstate motor carrier based in WILLISTON, North Dakota, operating 7 power units with 4 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 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 7 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 North Dakota is 8.4% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 34.8% across 6,437 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- GENERAL COMMODITIES
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
7
Total
88%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY — eff. Jan 21, 2026
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
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is J L HESTER LLC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for J L HESTER LLC (USDOT #3194741) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is J L HESTER LLC's safety record?
J L HESTER LLC has 7 inspections on file and 1 crash on record. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal, so brokers should verify current BASIC percentiles directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does J L HESTER LLC operate?
J L HESTER LLC operates 7 power units with 4 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does J L HESTER LLC transport hazardous materials?
No. J L HESTER LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is J L HESTER LLC located?
J L HESTER LLC is based in WILLISTON, North Dakota at 3602 7TH STREET WEST UNIT 506, 58801. Phone: (228) 623-4052.
What are J L HESTER LLC's out-of-service rates?
J L HESTER LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 100.0% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.