About Buchanan
Buchanan Hauling & Rigging: 30 Years Built on Trucking
Buchanan Hauling & Rigging, Inc. was founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana, in June 1996 with one truck, two trailers, and a belief that hard work and honest relationships still matter. Founder Geary Buchanan had already spent more than 24 years in the trucking industry as an owner-operator when he decided to build a trucking company of his own.
What started as a small family-owned operation has grown to more than 200 power units and more than 900 trailers. Through that growth, Buchanan has remained connected to its trucking roots and to the professional drivers who have helped build the company mile by mile.
Built by a Truck Driver
Buchanan was not started in a boardroom. It was built from firsthand experience behind the wheel. Geary understood the demands of the road, the importance of dependable equipment, and the value of having people you can count on when a problem needs to be solved.
That experience continues to influence Buchanan today. From dry van and flatbed freight to specialized equipment and heavy haul transportation, professional drivers remain an important part of the company's story and its future.
30 Years in Trucking
In 2026, Buchanan Hauling & Rigging celebrates 30 years in business. Over those three decades, the company has grown far beyond the single truck and two trailers that started it all while continuing to operate with the work ethic and relationships that helped build the business.
- Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana, in 1996
- Family-owned trucking company
- More than 200 power units
- More than 900 trailers
- Dry van, flatbed, Conestoga, specialized, and heavy haul freight
That growth has brought more equipment, more types of freight, and more opportunities for experienced drivers while allowing Buchanan to remain connected to where the company started. Learn more about Buchanan's headquarters and operating footprint on the Buchanan Locations page.
What Buchanan Drivers Haul
Buchanan drivers work with a wide range of freight and equipment. Opportunities depend on driver experience, qualifications, location, freight needs, and current openings.
- Dry van
- Flatbed
- Conestoga
- Step deck
- RGN
- Heavy haul
- Specialized freight
Experienced CDL-A drivers can review current qualifications, pay information, freight options, and available positions on the Buchanan Company Drivers page. Drivers who operate their own truck can learn more about Buchanan Owner Operator opportunities.
A Company Built Around Safety
Safety has remained part of Buchanan's identity throughout its growth. The company's mission, "Setting the Standard for Safety, One Mile at a Time," reflects the responsibility shared by drivers, dispatchers, maintenance personnel, safety professionals, and the rest of the Buchanan team.
For professional drivers, safety goes beyond what happens behind the wheel. Equipment inspections, load securement, communication, planning, compliance, and good decision making all play a role. Learn more about why safety matters at Buchanan and throughout the trucking industry.
Family Owned With Deep Trucking Roots
Buchanan has changed considerably since 1996, but the company remains connected to the values and trucking experience that shaped its beginning. Trucking is not simply one part of Buchanan's history. It is how the company began and continues to be a central part of who Buchanan is today.
Drivers considering Buchanan can learn more about what the company offers and what they can expect before deciding whether an opportunity is right for them. Visit Why Drive With Buchanan Hauling for information about driver support, home time, freight opportunities, and reasons experienced drivers choose Buchanan.
Learn About Driving Opportunities at Buchanan
Buchanan offers several paths for experienced professional drivers. Explore Company Driver opportunities, Owner Operator opportunities, or Team Driver opportunities for current program information.
Additional questions about driving for Buchanan Hauling & Rigging can be found in the Driver FAQ section. Drivers can also contact the Buchanan recruiting team to ask about current openings and qualifications.
