In the video “On the Road with Randy: Texas Two Step Part I Recap,” Randy, president of Quality Carriers, updates on the first leg of the “Texas Two Step” tour. The tour covers ten sites across Texas, starting with five in the Greater Houston area. The second part will move through other locations, including Freeport, Corpus Christi, Laredo, San Antonio, and Dallas.
The first stop was at the Cletex terminal in Channelview, Texas. This site is led by Buddy Wood, who has been in the industry since 1961. The terminal covers 39 acres, making it the largest in the company’s network. It has a 20-bay trailer shop, a tractor shop, and additional off-site maintenance facilities. Buddy has also managed the Mexico business for 35 years. Randy met Kenny, the terminal manager, and Luis, who oversees the shops. This stop highlighted Cletex’s impressive scale and operations, including third-party maintenance work.
The second stop was at a Houston terminal operated by GCEC, another affiliate. Mike Arnold leads this location. Randy met new drivers, Richard and Herbert. Richard previously drove vans, while Herbert handled food-grade products before switching to hazardous materials. The terminal also operates an off-site maintenance shop. The visit offered insights into team operations and driver experiences.
The third stop took Randy to the Pasadena terminal in Greater Houston. Cody manages the terminal, and Shelbie oversees several Texas locations. Thad, the senior director for Texas operations, also joined. Pasadena has a new two-bay maintenance operation and recently launched a transload facility. The facility can store up to 100 rail cars and offers massive potential for the company. This latest addition is expected to elevate the Pasadena location to become a top-quality site.
Randy’s final two stops in the Houston segment were in Lort, Texas. He met with Thad, Shelbie, and Jaime, who leads the La Porte terminal. Jaime returned to the company recently and has been doing an excellent job. Randy also met Shay, a driver for 29 years, who has become a driver manager. She now oversees independent contractors. The visits reflected the company’s growth and progress over the past few years.
Overall, this part of the Texas Two Step tour emphasized the quality, stability, and growth of Quality Carriers’ Texas operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quality Carriers specializes in bulk transportation, particularly transporting hazardous and non-hazardous liquid chemicals. Their services cater to industries requiring safe, reliable, and timely delivery of chemical products. With a focus on safety and compliance, they have a robust infrastructure, including specialized tank trailers and experienced drivers, to meet the unique needs of chemical transportation.
Safety is a top priority for Quality Carriers, especially when transporting hazardous materials. Quality Carriers strictly follows government safety regulations and conducts regular training for its drivers. This ensures that drivers are well-prepared to handle and transport hazardous materials safely. Additionally, their advanced fleet is equipped with the latest safety technology, and each terminal maintains rigorous maintenance schedules to minimize the risk of accidents.
Quality Carriers stands out in the chemical transportation industry due to its long-standing experience, extensive terminal network, and dedication to safety and quality. They operate one of North America’s largest bulk transportation networks, with over 100 terminals and a team of highly trained drivers. Quality Carriers’ focus on innovation, including expanding into rail transloading and offering third-party maintenance services, sets them apart. These additions provide customers with comprehensive logistics solutions tailored to their needs.
