Welcome to Kivi Bros Trucking - Transportation Services for Open-Deck and Heavy Haul Industry

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Proudly Serving North America for Over 30 Years

Specializing in Open-Deck, Multi-Axle, and Heavy Haul Transportation across the U.S., Alaska, and Canada

About Us

Driven by Excellence. Powered by People.

At Kivi Bros Trucking, Inc., we take pride in delivering more than freight—we deliver trust. Headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, we’re a family-driven company specializing in open-deck and heavy haul transportation across the continental U.S., Alaska, and Canada. From full truckloads to less-than-truckload shipments, including multi-axle RGN moves, we’ve built a reputation for reliability, safety, and precision.

Our drivers are the heart of our operations. Their commitment fuels the exceptional service we’re known for—and we invest back into them with top-tier training, safety programs, and the newest equipment on the road.

Comprehensive Transportation Services

We specialize in open-deck freight, heavy haul, and multi-axle transportation—delivering your freight safely, efficiently, and on time throughout the U.S., Alaska, and Canada.

Flatbed/Stepdeck

Heavy Haul

End Dump

Conestoga

Intermodal

Railroad

Emergency Response

Logistics

Why Choose Us

Proven Solutions for Complex Hauls

With over 30 years of experience, we deliver more than freight — we deliver reliability, safety, and unmatched service across North America.

Over 30 Years of Industry Experience

Open-Deck & Heavy Haul Specialists

Ready to Drive with Us?

Interested in a driving career with Kivi Bros Trucking?

Join a company that values your experience, supports your growth, and keeps you moving forward. Click below to apply and take the next step in your driving career.

What Sets Us Apart

We go beyond the load—delivering safety, support, and performance every mile of the way.
Our commitment to people, equipment, and excellence drives everything we do.

Driver-Focused
Culture

Our success starts behind the wheel. We support our drivers with respect, resources, and opportunities to grow.

Commitment to Safety & Training

Safety is our standard. We provide ongoing training and uphold strict safety protocols on every haul.

Industry-Leading Equipment

From cutting-edge tractors to specialized trailers, our fleet is built for performance, efficiency, and comfort.

Explore Your Benefits

At Kivi Bros Trucking, we take care of our team — on and off the road.

At Kivi Bros Trucking, our comprehensive benefits package is built to support every mile of your journey — from the moment you join us to the milestones ahead. Whether it’s top-tier health coverage, retirement savings, paid time off, or performance bonuses, we’ve got you covered.

Start your career with confidence — backed by benefits that matter.

Meet the Team Behind the Wheel

Our Leadership Team

Rooted in family values and industry know-how, our leadership team drives the vision and reliability behind every Kivi Bros shipment.

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Derek Kivi

President & CEO

Tyler Kivi

Vice President & COO

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Show your pride on and off the road with high-quality apparel and accessories.

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Meet our recruiters Sharry and Katy

Sharry Summers

After being in the auto industry for several years, I decided to make a change into the transportation industry and feel this is where my passion is. I value open, honest, and transparent communication with our drivers. For me, it’s not about dealing with numbers; it is about engaging with the individuals – friends who drive our industry forward. Joining the kivi bros family has been an invigorating journey, one that encourages me to engage with drivers, converse with them not just as professionals but as friends, understanding their needs, aspirations, and experiences. I’m happy to be with a company who practices the same values. Give me a call today and join the kivi bros family!

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Katy Jones

At kivi bros. Trucking, my passion is helping others drive their desires. I believe in building strong relationships and providing exceptional service that goes above and beyond. Joining kivi bros. Trucking was a natural step for me, as I was searching for a company that felt like family – a place where I could grow professionally while contributing to a team that values hard work, support and mutual respect. My goal is to make a difference in the lives of those I work with and to continue fostering a positive, caring environment within the trucking industry. Open and honest communication is a core value of mine, as I believe transparency, accountability, and trust in every aspect of our work. My goal is to continue making a positive impact, both with drivers and within kivi bros. Trucking through clear communication and a commitment to excellence. We invite you to come join our family, where your needs are heard, your success is priority, and together, we make a difference!”

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Inside Kivi Bros Trucking

Episode 100 of the Keep Trucking Personal marks 100 weeks of conversations, lessons, and real-world insight into what keeps trucking moving when the pressure is on. Tyler Kivi reflects on the work behind the microphone, the people and perspectives that shaped the show, and why relationships and professionalism remain at the heart of this industry.Drawing a parallel to a Super Bowl defined by discipline and execution, Tyler connects those same principles to the freight market today. As demand begins to show signs of strength, carriers who stayed consistent, communicated early, and did the fundamentals well are starting to feel the shift. This episode explores why strong customer relationships matter more than chasing short-term spot opportunities and how protecting drivers and earning trust continues to separate the best carriers from the rest.Tyler also shares what listeners can expect next, including a short stretch of replayed highlight episodes while the show refreshes its intro, outro, and future content. Episode 100 is a moment to pause, reflect, and reset with focus and confidence as the industry heads into its next chapter.

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Episode 100: Staying Disciplined and Ready for What’s Next

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In this episode of the Keep Trucking Personal podcast, Tyler Kivi pulls back the curtain on what really separates successful heavy haul operations from the rest of the industry. While the massive loads, multi-axle setups, escorts, and police details grab attention, Tyler explains that heavy haul isn’t difficult because it’s flashy or oversized... it’s difficult because the margin for error is razor thin.Drawing from real-world experience across dispatch, operations, project planning, and time behind the wheel, he breaks down why planning, discipline, and clear communication matter more than speed or horsepower. From permits and routing across multiple states to weather windows, crane schedules, and site access, one missed detail can cascade into costly delays felt most by the driver. Tyler emphasizes that the best heavy haul moves aren’t exciting at all... they’re boring, predictable, and intentional.He also offers perspective for drivers looking to transition into heavy haul, why hiring and training matter, and why “being ready” is about mindset and preparation, not just experience. The takeaway is simple but powerful: when a heavy haul move goes exactly as planned, it isn’t luck, it’s the result of disciplined work done long before the truck ever turns a wheel. This episode reflects the standards and values behind Kivi Bros. Trucking and the belief that boring, well-communicated freight moves are the real mark of professionalism.

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Episode 99: The Standard Behind Great Heavy Haul

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In Episode 98 of the Keep Trucking Personal podcast, Tyler Kivi talks through one of the toughest realities of life on the road: extreme winter weather and the ripple effects it creates for drivers. From widespread shutdowns and icy roads to lost miles, delayed paychecks, and mounting stress, this episode focuses on how snow, ice, and cold temperatures test not just your truck, but your mindset and decision-making. Tyler shares real-world perspective on preparation, communication, fuel strategy, and knowing when to shut down before conditions force your hand.He also dives into the mental side of winter driving, including patience, professionalism, and protecting your safety, equipment, and income when so much feels out of your control. This is an honest, timely conversation about slowing down when it matters, making smart calls, and getting through the hardest part of the year without burning yourself out.

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Episode 98: When Winter Hits Hard: Readiness, Decisions, and Protecting Your Paycheck

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In this episode of Keep Trucking Personal, Tyler Kivi breaks down a hard truth the trucking industry has known all along. There is no silver bullet. For years, people have chased the idea that the right truck, technology, lane, or pay structure would make the job easier. Trucking has never been easy. Breakdowns happen, weather hits, and plans change. That reality has not changed.Building on the foundation laid in the recent Meat & Potatoes of Trucking episodes, Tyler shifts the focus toward where Kivi Bros. Trucking is headed in 2026. One of the biggest evolutions is the addition of two Vice Presidents of Operations, Dakota and Michael, bringing structure, accountability, and momentum. Freight does not move on hope. It moves on execution, and leadership matters.Tyler reinforces the company’s non-negotiables. Safety will always come first. Professionalism is expected. Accountability creates long term stability. He also shares the core philosophy driving the business forward. Relationships first, then processes, then systems. Trust comes before tools, and systems should support the work, not slow it down.As the episode closes, Tyler sets a clear tone for the road ahead. There are no shortcuts, no gimmicks, and no easy answers. Just professionalism, focus, discipline, and hard work. These are the same principles that have carried trucking through every cycle and will continue to carry it into 2026.

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Episode 97: No Silver Bullet: Relationships, Responsibility, and the Road to 2026

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In Part 2 of this two-part series, Tyler Kivi delivers a direct and honest look at the modern-day truck driver. Last week focused on the foundation trucking was built on and the values that shaped the industry. This episode brings the conversation into today and challenges drivers to take a hard look at what it really takes to succeed long-term.This is not a highlight reel. It is a real discussion about standards, ownership, and professionalism in modern trucking. Tyler explains why trucking did not get easier, the standards just got looser. He breaks down how the people you surround yourself with influence your mindset, why professionalism still matters, and how every driver represents more than just themselves on the road.Drawing from his own experience driving for Kivi Bros. Trucking, Tyler shares how trust creates opportunity, how daily decisions compound over time, and why commitment matters more than quick wins. He addresses job hopping, distractions, handling bad days, and the importance of treating trucking as a craft, not a hobby.This episode is a reminder that success in trucking comes from consistency, pride in the work, and showing up the right way even when no one is watching.

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Episode 96: Part 2 – The Meat & Potatoes of Trucking: Standards, Responsibility & Winning Long-Term

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In Part 1 of this two-part series, Tyler Kivi looks back at the roots of trucking through the story of his grandpa, who drove truck in the 1950s, 60s, and 70s. This episode focuses on the fundamentals that shaped the industry long before GPS, cell phones, electronic logs, and modern comforts.Trucking back then required self-sufficiency, responsibility, pride, and grit. Drivers treated the truck, the freight, and their reputation as their own. Problems were handled in the moment, integrity mattered, and professionalism was expected.Many of the challenges drivers face today are not new. Competition, tight rates, long days, bad weather, and pressure from every direction existed decades ago too. What has changed is how those challenges are handled and the standards the industry is willing to accept.This episode reflects on where trucking came from and why pride, ownership, and discipline still matter today. Those fundamentals built careers, earned trust, and carried the industry through hard times.

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Episode 95: Part 1 - The Meat & Potatoes of Trucking: Lessons From the 1950s That Still Matter Today

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As the year comes to a close and New Year’s resolutions start to build, Tyler Kivi shares a timely message about standards, discipline, and preparation. With winter hitting hard across the Midwest, this episode is a reminder that cold weather does not care about intentions or plans. It quickly exposes shortcuts and reveals the difference between cheap effort and best effort.Winter raises expectations. Customers still expect loads on time, families still expect drivers home safely, and equipment still demands attention. The cold does not care if you are tired or in a hurry. Tyler walks through what real preparation looks like during the toughest months of the year, from slowing down and increasing following distance to taking the time for proper pre trips and equipment checks.This episode highlights why the standards you set right now matter. The habits built in the cold, the grind, and the hard days are the ones that carry into the year ahead. Being prepared and disciplined may not be flashy, but it is professional, consistent, and trusted.As the new year approaches, Tyler challenges drivers to raise their standards, stay prepared, and make decisions that get them home safely every time. That is how winter becomes manageable and how the year starts the right way.Happy New Year from Tyler and the Keep Trucking Personal podcast.

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Episode 94: Don’t Set Goals- Set the Standard: Winter Driving, Discipline & Starting the Year Right

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In this special, no-agenda Christmas episode of the Keep Trucking Personal podcast, Tyler Kivi slows things down and speaks straight from the heart.With Christmas just days away, Tyler shares a message for anyone on the road, or at home, who may be feeling joyful, heavy, tired, grateful, or uncertain. He reflects on the true Christmas story: a real moment in history, rooted in humility, love, and showing up without having everything figured out.This episode isn’t about trucking strategy or lessons behind the wheel. It’s about presence. It’s about remembering that you don’t have to have it all together, that you’re not walking alone, and that love and grace meet people exactly where they are.From the team at Kivi Bros. Trucking, Tyler offers gratitude to drivers and families for the sacrifices they make every day, and a reminder that hope, light, and love don’t wait for permission.

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Episode 93: A Christmas Message for the Road: You Are Seen, You Are Loved

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