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KEVIN SECOTTE SR
DBA: Kj Fisheries
Thomaston, ME
CarrierChk vetting signal
Review recommended
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
100.0% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 99% 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 registration · no operating authority · DOT 4438788
Active
No Safety Rating
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
No Active Authority
Common carrier
Insurance
Not Found
No coverage amount on file
Safety
Not Rated
100.0% OOS · 7 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
100.0% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 99% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
Vetting notes
- Active FMCSA registration, but no active for-hire operating authority on record
- Registered with FMCSA as a private carrier — not registered to haul other companies' freight for hire
- No active insurance filing found on record
- Driver out-of-service rate 66.7% — above the 5.5% national average
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 100.0% — above the 20.7% national average
- 7 FMCSA inspections on record
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
4438788
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Private (property)
MCS-150 Filed
July 15, 2025
FMCSA Registration
July 15, 2025
Annual Mileage
0 mi (0)
Contact Information
Address
17 Nutmeg Ln, Thomaston, ME 04861-3303
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Kevin James Secotte
Cargo Types
General FreightFresh ProduceRefrigerated FoodMeat
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
7
Driver Inspections
3
Vehicle Inspections
5
Out-of-Service Violations
13
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance41
Unsafe Driving1
Hours of Service2
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate66.7% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (61.2pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate100.0% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (79.3pp higher)
100.0% of 5 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
99th percentile among carriers with 5–9 inspections (lower is better).
CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA roadside inspection records, not an FMCSA score.
Inspection Trend by Year
2026
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
3 of 3 inspections
Unsafe Driving
1 of 5 inspections
Hours of Service
2 of 5 inspections
Driver Fitness
2 of 5 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 5 inspections
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
ME4
NC1
Fleet & Equipment (6)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~2
of 2 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~4
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Dry Van
3
Tractor
2
Semi-trailer
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9TJ9BN533979 | 4 | 4 |
| 2014 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GRAA062XEW700208 | 2 | 2 |
| 2021 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GR1A0629MW313342 | 1 | 1 |
| Util | Semi-trailer | 1UYV525358U055662 | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS25366U708903 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 Kenworth W9 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWD49XXMR454803 | 1 | 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 (7)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 7, 2026 | 0996001374 | NH, NH | II | 21 | 4 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK UTIL |
4V4NC9TJ9BN533979 1UYVS2530FM277006 |
ME 869695 ME C545819 |
| 392.9BA-INACTIVE | OOSWhen required to have a USDOT number, operating a commercial motor vehicle with a de-activated or inactive USDOT number. | |||||||||
| 393.201A-VSP | OOSVan/OT Trailers - Side Panels damaged completely through in the bay area with sagging lower rail | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| 393.201A-VUCS | OOSVan/OT Trailers - Upper rail flange broken with complete separation | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| 393.201A-VLRB | OOSVan/OT Trailers - Lower rail broken with complete separation in bay area | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 390.21TB1-MC | Operating a CMV without legal name or trade name displayed | |||||||||
| 393.9A-LFTSI | Lighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LHLI | Lighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIFTA | State/Local Laws - State tax/International Fuel Tax (IFTA) violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLTL | State/Local Laws - Misc. traffic law violation | |||||||||
| 393.78A-WS | Washers - Inoperative washing system. | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LTSIR | Lighting - Turn signal -Any inoperative on a unit that is not the rearmost unit | Lighting | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLTL | State/Local Laws - Misc. traffic law violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth | Tires | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 393.9A-LBL | Lighting - Backup lamp inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.100C-C | Cargo - Cargo not secured against shifting | General Securement | ||||||||
| September 30, 2026 | 9438001235 | ME, ME | II | 11 | — | GREEN MEADOW FARMS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
4V4NC9TJ9BN533979 1GR1A0629MW313342 |
ME 869695 ME 3220970 |
| 390.21TB1-MC | Operating a CMV without legal name or trade name displayed | |||||||||
| 390.21TB2-DOT | Operate a CMV without USDOT number displayed. Must be preceded by the letters USDOT | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSOA | State/Local Laws - State operating authority violation | |||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIFTA | State/Local Laws - State tax/International Fuel Tax (IFTA) violation | |||||||||
| 396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIRP | State/Local Laws - IRP apportioned tag or registration violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIRP | State/Local Laws - IRP apportioned tag or registration violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLTL | State/Local Laws - Misc. traffic law violation | |||||||||
| May 28, 2026 | 0006880086 | ROANOKE RAPIDS NC | III | 5 | 1 | SHUMAN FARMS INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
1XKWD49XXMR454803 1GR1A0629MW313342 |
ME 868043 ME 3220970` |
| 395.8E1-HOSPVID | OOSHOS (Passenger) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain | False Log | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLTL | State/Local Laws - Misc. traffic law violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA3 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - More than 5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIRP | State/Local Laws - IRP apportioned tag or registration violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIFTA | State/Local Laws - State tax/International Fuel Tax (IFTA) violation | |||||||||
| May 14, 2026 | 9094000370 | ME, ME | II | 9 | 2 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK UTIL |
4V4NC9TJ9BN533979 1UYV525358U055662 |
ME 869695 ME 5350134 |
| 393.9A-LTSI | OOSLighting - Turn signal - Any inoperative on the rearmost vehicle. | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LSLIWR | OOSLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.203C-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 392.7A-D | Driver - Failed to conduct pre-trip inspection or make use of required parts and accessories | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.9A-HLLH | Lighting - Headlamp(s) fail to operate on low and high beam | Lighting | ||||||||
| 392.82DUMT | Driver - Using a hand-held mobile telephone | Phone Call | ||||||||
| March 16, 2026 | 4468010028 | OLD TOWN - SCALES SB, ME | II | 7 | 2 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
4V4NC9TJ9BN533979 1UYVS25366U708903 |
ME 869695 ME C545820 |
| 393.9A-LTSI | OOSLighting - Turn signal - Any inoperative on the rearmost vehicle. | Lighting | ||||||||
| 391.11B5-LNCDLNVL | OOSLicense - Operate a CMV without a valid operators license, issued by one State or jurisdiction | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LHLI | Lighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIFTA | State/Local Laws - State tax/International Fuel Tax (IFTA) violation | |||||||||
| 393.11A1-CSURR | Conspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, upper rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LSML | Lighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| January 31, 2026 | 8947000681 | HERMON, ME | I | 12 | 2 | MOUNTIAN VALLEY INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
4V4NC9TJ9BN533979 1GRAA062XEW700208 |
ME 398944 ME C545818 |
| 392.2-SLLSR | OOSState/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 393.207C-SBML | OOSSuspension - Broken main leaf spring | Suspension | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLUCR | State/Local Laws - Failure to pay UCR fee | |||||||||
| 393.9A-LHLI | Lighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.45D-B | Air Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.55E-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LCL | Lighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 387.301A | Carrier -Motor carrier shall not engage in interstate or foreign commerce without proof of public liability and property damage insurance as required in 49 CFR 38 | |||||||||
| January 1, 2026 | 3998014161 | LITTLETON, ME | III | 8 | 2 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
4V4NC9TJ9BN533979 1GRAA062XEW700208 |
ME 931709 ME 5350015 |
| 383.23A2-LCDLN | OOSLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIRP | State/Local Laws - IRP apportioned tag or registration violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLUCR | State/Local Laws - Failure to pay UCR fee | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIFTA | State/Local Laws - State tax/International Fuel Tax (IFTA) violation | |||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| GREEN MEADOW FARMS | 1 | September 30, 2026 |
| SHUMAN FARMS INC | 1 | May 28, 2026 |
| MOUNTIAN VALLEY INC | 1 | January 31, 2026 |
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