DRIVER RECOGNITION
We Recognize Our Drivers
- Driver of the Year is chosen from that year’s driver of the month list – the driver must exemplify great safety on and off the road, show timeliness & professionalism in their day to day duties, and exhibit the Hoekstra mission & vision in everything they do. In doing so, the driver of the year can win a cash stipend or an opportunity to spec out a brand-new truck.
- Service Anniversary Recognition – drivers receive an engraved watch after 10 years of service. After 20 years of service they receive an engraved ring and after 30 years they get a diamond in the ring.
Drivers of the Year
Dan Watson
2019
James Smock
2018
Alan Bott
2017
Dale Douglas
2016
Don Maxey
2015
Chuck Reed
2014
John Lancaster
2014
Jose Felix Mulero
2013
Haris Begovic
2012
Don Maxey
2011
Mark Miller
2010
Wanda Winkleman
2009
Robert Eklund
2008
Larry Shouse
2007
Ron Leoni
2006
Ralph Larowe
2005
Tom Chupp
2004
Kevin Meihls
2003
Jim Read
2002
Eddy Archer
2001
Billy Lowe
2000
Kelly Coats
1999
Kendal Lamb
1998
Recognition Through Respect
- 2002 Truckload Carriers Assn National Fleet Safety Award Excellence in Safety 1st Place
- 2009 NASTC Driver of the Year America’s Best Drivers
- 2009 Armstrong World Industries Elite Carrier Award
- 2015 American Cancer Society Division Driving Out Cancer Relay for Life Team Excellence Award
- 2016 Illinois Trucking Association Good Citizen of the Year Award (to President & CEO Steve Hoekstra)
- 2018 Kankakee Chamber of Commerce Technology and Innovation Award
- 2019 Zonta International District 6 Centennial Recognition Award
- 2022 Daily Journal Progress Award
- Multiple Mid-West Truckers Assn Inc. Record Loss Management & Outstanding Member Awards
- State of Illinois Senate Recognition for National Fleet Safety Award
- 2 Year Illinois Professional Truck Driving Championship Participant
- 6-Time Best Fleets to Drive for Finalist
- Daily Journal Readers Choice Best of the Best Award “Best Midsize Employer”
- Disabled American Veterans Appreciation Award