ARMANDO VALDEZ

AUTHORIZED

DBA: ARMANDO VALDEZ TRUCKING

2101 PALOMAS AVE, BUTTONWILLOW, CA, 93206|(661) 565-6268

USDOT

944686

MC Number

406392

Fleet Size

1

Total Drivers

1

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Safety overview

ARMANDO VALDEZ is a small interstate motor carrier based in BUTTONWILLOW, California, operating 1 power unit with 1 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 4 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 28.6% runs above the national average of 5.51%. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 7 inspections for this carrier.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

Unsafe Driving
81%
HOS / Fatigue
91%
👤Driver Fitness
92%
Controlled Substances
98%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
67%

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.

Driver OOS rate28.6%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate20.0%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in California is 8.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 22.4% across 312,857 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
No
Safety Rating Date
N/A

What are BASIC scores?

FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.

A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.

Unsafe driving
Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
HOS / Fatigue
Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
Driver fitness
Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
Controlled substances
Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
Vehicle maintenance
Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
Crash indicator
Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.

Inspections

7

Total

58%

Driver %

Driver Inspections7
Vehicle Inspections5
Driver OOS Rate28.6%
Vehicle OOS Rate20.0%

Crash history

0

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes0

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Frequently asked questions

Is ARMANDO VALDEZ authorized to operate?

Yes. ARMANDO VALDEZ (USDOT #944686) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is ARMANDO VALDEZ's safety record?

ARMANDO VALDEZ has 4 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.

How many trucks does ARMANDO VALDEZ operate?

ARMANDO VALDEZ operates 1 power unit with 1 driver on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does ARMANDO VALDEZ transport hazardous materials?

No. ARMANDO VALDEZ does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is ARMANDO VALDEZ located?

ARMANDO VALDEZ is based in BUTTONWILLOW, California at 2101 PALOMAS AVE, 93206. Phone: (661) 565-6268.

What are ARMANDO VALDEZ's out-of-service rates?

ARMANDO VALDEZ's driver out-of-service rate is 28.6%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 20.0% (national average: 20.72%).