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A & J CONTRACTORS LLC
Providence, RI
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Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
36.8% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 80% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 2799670 · MC 939255
Satisfactory
Active 11 yrs
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-939255 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
National Indemnity Company
Safety
Satisfactory
36.8% OOS · 25 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
36.8% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 80% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 11 yrs
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 70.0% — above the 20.7% national average
- Driver out-of-service rate 5.9% — above the 5.5% national average
- 25 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC939255
Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) · $750,000 required
Insurance on File
National Indemnity Company
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy 70TRS138056
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
2799670
MC Number
MC-939255
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
November 26, 2025
FMCSA Registration
September 16, 2015
Authority Granted
November 6, 2015
Annual Mileage
8,900 mi (2024)
Contact Information
Address
281 Laurel Hill Ave, Providence, RI 02909
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Aresio Rodriguez
Cargo Types
General FreightHousehold GoodsMotor VehiclesU.S. MailOther Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
25
Driver Inspections
20
Vehicle Inspections
13
Out-of-Service Violations
16
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance89
Unsafe Driving8
Hours of Service0
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate5.9% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (0.4pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate70.0% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (49.3pp higher)
36.8% of 19 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
80th percentile among carriers with 10–24 inspections (lower is better).
CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA roadside inspection records, not an FMCSA score.
Inspection Trend by Year
2026
2025
2024
Violation Rate by Category
Share of roadside inspections in FMCSA's rolling 24-month window that found a violation in each category. The individual violations are listed under each inspection in Inspection Details below. None of this is the basis of the safety rating, which comes from an on-site compliance review.
Vehicle Maintenance
10 of 10 inspections
Unsafe Driving
3 of 19 inspections
Hours of Service
0 of 19 inspections
Driver Fitness
2 of 19 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 19 inspections
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
MA15
RI6
CT1
NH1
Fleet & Equipment (5)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~5
of 4 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
—
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Truck
3
Chassis / Incomplete
2
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Hino Conventional Type Truck | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 6 | 5PVNE8JV0H4S55705 | 7 | 2 |
| 2012 Freightliner M2 | Truck · Class 6 | 1FVACWDU0CHBJ1866 | 5 | 2 |
| 2010 Freightliner M2 | Truck · Class 6 | 1FVACWDT7ADAV1225 | 4 | 3 |
| 2006 Hino Conventional /Conventional Low Profile Truck | Truck · Class 6 | 5PVND8JR862S50024 | 4 | — |
| 2017 Hino Conventional Type Truck | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 6 | 5PVNJ8JV2H4S64126 | 1 | — |
A vehicle appearing here was recorded in an inspection — it is not proof the carrier still operates it today.
Inspection Details
Each roadside inspection with its violations
Inspection Records (25)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 13, 2026 | CK00004282 | MA, MA | II | 4 | 1 | — | Straight Truck |
HINO |
5PVND8JR862S50024 |
RI 85135 |
| 391.41APC | OOSMedical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency | Medical Certificate | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LHLI | Lighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEQP | State/Local Laws - Violation of state and local law - Equipment violation. | |||||||||
| July 31, 2026 | EG00001192 | MA, MA | I | 12 | 2 | — | Straight Truck |
HINO |
5PVNE8JV0H4S55705 |
RI 1QT969 |
| 393.9A-LSLIWR | OOSLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.201A-FRMC | OOSFrame - Cracked/loose/broken frame member affecting support of functional components | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| 393.60C | Windshield - Damaged or Discolored | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-LCL | Lighting - Clearance lamp(s) missing | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.55B-B | Hydraulic Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck/bus manufactured on or after March 1, 1999 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LLPL | Lighting - License plate lamp inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-LRR | Lighting - Reflex reflector(s) missing or improper | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.30-B | Battery - Not protected | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| 393.78A-WS | Washers - Inoperative washing system. | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.205C-WRAWFLMIB | Wheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken. | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| July 28, 2026 | 3086A00144 | CT, CT | III | — | — | AMANDA BARRY | Straight Truck |
HINO |
5PVNJ8JV2H4S64126 |
RI 2EX237 |
| May 16, 2026 | EL00000358 | MA, MA | III | 1 | — | WILLIAMSSONOMA, INC | Straight Truck |
FREIGHTLINER |
1FVACWDU0CHBJ1866 |
RI 97438 |
| 392.2-SLLTL | State/Local Laws - Misc. traffic law violation | |||||||||
| April 14, 2026 | 1325001320 | NH, NH | I | 8 | 1 | LOWES | Straight Truck |
FREIGHTLINER |
1FVACWDT7ADAV1225 |
RI 97564 |
| 396.3A1-BOS | OOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination | Brake Out Of Service | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-LHLM | Lighting - Headlamp(s) - Any missing | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-LCL | Lighting - Clearance lamp(s) missing | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.81-H | Horn - Inoperative or defective | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| 392.7A-D | Driver - Failed to conduct pre-trip inspection or make use of required parts and accessories | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 396.5B-L | Lubrication - Oil or grease leak | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| March 25, 2026 | M023000135 | NORTH KINGSTOWN RI | I | 3 | — | — | Straight Truck |
HINO |
5PVND8JR862S50024 |
RI 85135 |
| 393.201B-FR | Frame - Cab or body mounts loose/broken/missing | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| 393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-LFTSM | Lighting - Front - Turn signal - missing. | Lighting | ||||||||
| March 25, 2026 | 0203000858 | WARWICK RI | III | — | — | — | Straight Truck |
HINO |
5PVND8JR862S50024 |
RI 85135 |
| January 20, 2026 | 0050000117 | WARWICK RI | III | 1 | — | SAME | Straight Truck |
FREIGHTLINER |
1FVACWDT7ADAV1225 |
RI 97564 |
| 392.2-SLL | State/Local Laws - | |||||||||
| January 14, 2026 | DG00001552 | H-STURBRIDGE, MA | I | 8 | 1 | BEST BUY | Straight Truck |
FREIGHTLINER |
1FVACWDT7ADAV1225 |
RI 97564 |
| 396.3A1-BOS | OOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination | Brake Out Of Service | ||||||||
| 393.81-H | Horn - Inoperative or defective | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LCL | Lighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LCL | Lighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-LLPL | Lighting - License plate lamp missing | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.53B-B | Air Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| September 8, 2025 | DZ00000895 | H-ATTLEBORO, MA | I | 11 | 3 | — | Straight Truck |
FREIGHTLINER |
1FVACWDU0CHBJ1866 |
RI 97438 |
| 396.3A1-BOS | OOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination | Brake Out Of Service | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-BHHC | OOSHydraulic Hose Abraded (Chafed) | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 385.13A2-OOSO | OOSOOS Order - Motor carrier operating a CMV while an existing out-of-service order is in effect: UNSAT/UNFIT - Property Carriers | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLS2 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 2 | ||||||||
| 393.60C | Windshield - Damaged or Discolored | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.78A-WS | Washers - Inoperative washing system. | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LCL | Lighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.47A-BCFSHE | Hydraulic/Electric Brake - Contaminated friction surface | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.5B-L | Lubrication - Oil or grease leak | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| 396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
Shippers Seen at Inspections
Shipper names recorded by roadside inspectors over roughly the last three years. Only inspected loads appear, so this is a sample of who the carrier hauls for, not a complete customer list. Names are as entered at the roadside; blanks and placeholders such as “N/A” or “same as carrier” are left out.
| Shipper | Inspections | Most recent |
|---|---|---|
| LOWES | 2 | April 14, 2026 |
| HOME DEPOT | 2 | July 1, 2025 |
| RXO | 2 | November 14, 2024 |
| AMANDA BARRY | 1 | July 28, 2026 |
| WILLIAMSSONOMA, INC | 1 | May 16, 2026 |
| BEST BUY | 1 | January 14, 2026 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| September 12, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| August 21, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| September 13, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| August 21, 2024 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| April 19, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| April 3, 2024 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| December 29, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| December 7, 2023 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| September 12, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| August 21, 2023 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| September 17, 2025 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| September 17, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | Term/repl · National Indemnity Company |
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