Service
First-class delivery since 1929. We hold ourselves to a standard our drivers and customers can count on every day.
About Us
Family-Owned Since 1929
Hartwig Transit INC has been delivering first-class service for nearly a century. With approximately 180 drivers and 100+ trucks, we serve the Midwest with the consistency of a company that takes the long view.
Our Story
Nearly a Century of Delivery
1929
Hartwig Transit INC was founded as a family-owned business with a commitment to first-class delivery that continues to this day.
Growth
Expanded operations across the Midwest, building a fleet of 100+ trucks and a team of approximately 180 professional drivers.
Legacy
Many drivers have started and ended their careers with Hartwig. We're proud to have celebrated 20-, 30-, and even 40-year milestones with our team.
Today
Still family-owned and operator-focused — delivering consistent, reliable service across nine Midwest locations.
Family-Owned Since 1929
Values
What We Stand For
Safety
Safety is embedded in every operational decision, from dispatch planning to equipment management.
Loyalty
Drivers who start at Hartwig often finish here. Twenty, thirty, and forty-year careers aren't just possible — they're celebrated.
Service Area
Midwest Coverage
Nine terminal locations spanning the Midwest — connecting customers from the Great Lakes to the Gateway Arch.
Cincinnati, OH
Indianapolis, IN
Akron, OH
Chicago, IL
Oshkosh, WI
St. Paul, MN
Des Moines, IA
St. Louis, MO
Springfield, IL
Certifications
Committed to Excellence
Operational Discipline
Structured planning and consistent execution standards across day-to-day operations.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We hire and promote based on talent, skill, and performance.
Certified Drug Free Workplace
Dedicated to safe, responsible, and professional operations across every terminal.