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GROUNDTRANS LOGISTICS INC

128 EASTERN AVE · Chelsea, MA 02150

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  • MC #1169453
  • USDOT #3522098 USDOT Active
  • 10
    Power Units
  • 17
    Drivers
  • Carrier
    Entity Type

About this carrier

GROUNDTRANS LOGISTICS INC is a Chelsea, MA freight carrier that is authorized for: in the state of Massachusetts. This company has 10 truck(s) in their fleet and 17 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-1169453 and their USDOT number is 3522098.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 01/28/2026 · last updated Sep 26, 2026.

Carrier Details

  • Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
  • MCS-150 Filed 01/28/2026
  • MCS-150 Mileage 450,000 (2025)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification
  • Authorized for Hire
Carrier Operation
  • Interstate

Cargo Authorized

  • General Freight
  • Garbage/Refuse

Operating Territory

Map of states where this carrier has roadside inspections Massachusetts — 27 inspections (past 24 months) Massachusetts — 27 inspections (past 24 months) Massachusetts — 27 inspections (past 24 months) New Hampshire — 8 inspections (past 24 months) Maine — 7 inspections (past 24 months) Maine — 7 inspections (past 24 months) Maine — 7 inspections (past 24 months) Rhode Island — 3 inspections (past 24 months) Delaware — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Pennsylvania — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Connecticut — 1 inspection (past 24 months) Vermont — 1 inspection (past 24 months) Georgia — 1 inspection (past 24 months) New Jersey — 1 inspection (past 24 months)

Inspection activity   Inspected in 11 states over the past 24 months: MA (27), NH (8), ME (7), RI (3), DE (2), PA (2), CT (1), US (1), VT (1), GA (1), NJ (1). Home base: Chelsea, Massachusetts.

Safety Record

18 Severe Violations Updated 3 days ago

Crashes (24 mo)

  • 0
    Fatal
  • 0
    Injury
  • 0
    Tow
  • 0
    Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 7.11 15 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 0 0 Vehicle Maintenance 12.4 15 Drugs / Alcohol 0 0 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 0.36 6

Inspection Summary

  • 54
    Total
  • 20
    Clean
  • 34
    With violations

24-month window ending Sep 25, 2026

Violations Cited 49 unique codes

Critical 15

  • 392.82DUMTDriver - Using a hand-held mobile telephone2× SW 10
  • 392.2-SLLCPState/Local Laws - Operate a CMV while using a cellular phone1× SW 10
  • 393.75A3-TAOLTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS2× OOS×2 SW 8
  • 383.51A-SINDriving a CMV while CDL is suspended for a safety-related or unknown reason and in state of driver's license issuance1× OOS×1 SW 8
  • 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth2× SW 8
  • 393.209D-STBSPSteering - Ball and socket joint has movement greater than 1/8 inch measured with hand pressure2× OOS×2 SW 6
  • 396.3A1-BALRAir Brake - Fails air loss rate test1× OOS×1 SW 4
  • 393.47A-BCLMBD-SADrum Brake - Cracked/loose/missing lining/pad on a steering axle1× OOS×1 SW 4
  • 393.47A-BCFSBD-SADrum Brake - Contaminated friction surface on a steering axle1× OOS×1 SW 4
  • 393.41-BNPBBrake - Inoperative or missing parking brake on power unit1× OOS×1 SW 4
  • 393.201B-FRFrame - Cab or body mounts loose/broken/missing2× OOS×1 SW 2
  • 391.41APCMedical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency when medical certification is required.2× OOS×2 SW 1
  • 393.83G-ELDCExhaust System - Any exhaust system leaking at a point forward of or directly below the driver/sleeper compartment and the vehicle has a condition that permits entry of exhaust fumes into the driver/sleeper compartment.1× OOS×1 SW 1
  • 391.41(a)Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency. History of either failing to produce a medical certificate or having an expired medical certificate.1× OOS×1 SW 1
  • 396.3(a)1BOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination3× OOS×3 SW 0

Unsafe Driving 9

  • 392.16ADDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV.5× SW 7
  • 392.16-DDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV2× SW 7
  • 392.16B-CPASSCo-Driver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a property-carrying CMV.1× SW 7
  • 392.16B-DPASSDriver - Failed to require passenger(s) (not a co-driver) to use seat belt while operating a property-carrying CMV.1× SW 7
  • 392.2-SLLTCDState/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g., safety official, signal, sign, light, lane marking, other1× SW 5
  • 392.2CFailure to obey traffic control device1× SW 5
  • 392.2-SLLITState/Local Laws - Improper turns1× SW 5
  • 392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit1× SW 4
  • 392.2-SLLLRState/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation2× SW 3

Vehicle Maintenance 22

  • 393.207C-SLSBSuspension - Leaf spring broken.1× SW 7
  • 393.9A-LHLILighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative4× SW 6
  • 393.9A-LFTSILighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative2× SW 6
  • 396.17C-PIOperating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection3× SW 4
  • 396.3A1-BALACBrake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber2× SW 4
  • 393.53B-BAir Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear2× SW 4
  • 393.47(e)Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt2× SW 4
  • 396.9D2-FTFFailing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report1× SW 4
  • 392.7A-DDriver - Failed to conduct pre-trip inspection or make use of required parts and accessories1× SW 4
  • 393.30-BBattery - Not protected2× SW 3
  • 393.81-HHorn - Inoperative or defective1× SW 3
  • 393.95(f)Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper3× SW 2
  • 393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured2× SW 2
  • 393.201C-FRFrame - Bent, cut or notched other than by vehicle manufacturer1× SW 2
  • 393.11A1-LLPLLighting - License plate lamp missing1× SW 2
  • 393.9A-LLPLLighting - License plate lamp inoperative1× SW 2
  • 393.9A-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative1× SW 2
  • 393.95A4-EENAEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - not readily accessible or filled1× SW 2
  • 393.11A1-LSMLLighting - Side marker lamp(s) missing1× SW 2
  • 392.8-DDriver - Failed to inspect /use emergency equipment1× SW 2
  • 393.78A-WSWashers - Inoperative washing system.2× SW 1
  • 393.100C-CCargo - Cargo not secured against shifting1× SW 1

Driver Fitness 3

  • 391.41A-MCPVIMedical (Certificate) - Operating a passenger-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency when medical certification is required.1× SW 1
  • 391.45B-MCEMDriver who has not been medically examined and certified as qualified to operate a commercial motor vehicle during the preceding 24 months1× SW 1
  • 391.41A-MCPCMedical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial motor vehicle without showing proof of a valid medical certification upon request, but presents proof prior to completion of inspection.1× SW 1

Locations

Physical Address
GROUNDTRANS LOGISTICS INC
128 EASTERN AVE
CHELSEA, MA 02150
Mailing Address
Same as physical.

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