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Building a Culture of Respect
Respect is at the core of our values! Creating a positive work environment requires effort from all of us. Our drivers are the lifeblood of our company, and it is crucial we maintain mutual respect between our drivers and staff. Join us as we explore how we can work...
Healthy Seconds | Fast Food
As a truck driver, it’s important to prioritize your health on the road, and we’re here to provide helpful tips and advice on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle! From nutrition to physical fitness and stress management, we want to equip you with the knowledge and...
Expecting Mom wins MVT’s Quarterly Car
By Al Muskewitz One of Royal Jones’ greatest pleasures as Mesilla Valley Transportation’s president and CEO is handing over a set of car keys every three months to a grateful company driver who delivers the best fuel economy in the fleet for the quarter. Most of the...
MVT Driver Greg Jenkins
Congratulations to Driver Greg Jenkins, for reaching the impressive milestone of 1 million safe miles! He's been with us for over 10 years, and we couldn't be more proud. Join us in this video as Greg shares his secrets to success and why MVT, his second home, is the...
MVT’s Meet the Team | Brandon Ebron
In this Meet the Team episode, Brandon Ebron, a dedicated Service Writer and a 3-year member of the family, shares his journey at MVT. With a degree in diesel mechanics, he was determined to find a better job related to his field of study, and MVT provided him with...
MVT Driver Harry Mcfall
Meet Harry Mcfall, a member of the MVT Million Mile Safe Driving Club, who has been part of the family for 14 and a half years! What he values the most about working here are the people, equipment, and work environment. Come along in this driver testimonial as he...
Reyes Coaches MVT Drivers to be Safe and Fuel Efficient
By: Al Muskewitz While he hasn’t actually heard anyone call him this around the yard, truth be told Jose Reyes is the “Fuel Whisperer” at Mesilla Valley Transportation. He is the man behind all the impressive fuel efficiency numbers that have earned MVT the reputation...
MVT’s 40th Anniversary $40k Monthly Giveaway Recap December 2022
We feel very grateful that you have accompanied us on this path full of emotions that touched our hearts. December was officially the last month of our $40K Giveaway in light of our 40th Anniversary, in which 96 people received 5,000 each, which totaled $480K given...
MVT’s Rundown January 2023
Welcome back to another episode of Mesilla Valley Transportation's Rundown, your all-in-one-stop for all things MVT. As one year ends and another begins! We wish you happiness and success. May you have a wonderful New Year. And make this one extra special! During the...
Make a Difference for a Pet in Need | Donation Drive
Thank you to all of our MVT Family members across all of our terminals for making a difference to our furry friends in need this holiday season! We had boxes set up where family members donated needed items off the @Humane Society of El Paso's Wishlist of most used...
MVT Driver Martenez Mack
Meet OTR Driver Martenez Mack, a recent member of our MVT Family! Martenez has been with us for a short time, but he's had the chance to experience the MVT difference, and he loves it! Join us in this driver testimonial to hear what he has to say about driving with...
MVT Driver Barbara Barnes
Barbara Barnes has been a commercial driver for over five years now! Come along as she tells us more about her experience as a woman in the transportation industry. Women can also be truck drivers, join us and make a difference! For more information about our...
Merry Christmas 2022
May the Christmas Season bring only happiness and joy to you and your family. Wishing you love, joy, and peace … today, tomorrow, and always! Thank you for everything you do that makes MVT the place to be. Happy Holidays!
MVT Meet the Team | Craig Ballard
In our latest episode of Meet the Team, Cyber Security Manager Craig Ballard tells us about his experience with MVT and why he chose to work with us. He is excited to use his skills and knowledge to help us keep our IT department running smoothly. Check out his...
Driver of the Year 2022 | Robert Sandoval
We at Mesilla Valley Transportation, a trucking company with our largest terminal in El Paso, held a driver appreciation award ceremony to recognize our top performers. Roberto Sandoval was named the driver of the year and also received an award for being the top...
MVT’s 40th Anniversary $40k Monthly Giveaway Recap November 2022
All 2022, we hosted a 40K Giveaway in light of our 40th Anniversary to thank every MVT family member for their amazing work. Eight lucky winners were randomly selected each month from a list of all drivers and staff members as the recipients of $5,000 dollars each....
MVT’s Fourth Quarter Driver Appreciation Day | Driver of the Year
Congratulations to Roberto Sandoval for being named our Driver of the Year for having the best MPG Average and a perfect CSA Score at our 4th Quarter Driver Appreciation Day Celebration! For accomplishing this feat, he received a twenty-five thousand dollar check. ....
MVT Green Giant of Trucking Industry
By Al Muskewitz The primary colors in Mesilla Valley Transportation’s corporate logo are red, royal blue and purple – the hues of the desert southwest where the company is based – but the color that runs through the entire organization is green. The versatile carrier...
MVT’s Rundown December 2022
This is Mesilla Valley Transportation's Rundown, your all-in-one-stop for all things MVT. We are very proud to share that we have been named the Ryder National Dry Van carrier of the year for the 3rd consecutive year. This award goes to the best dry van carrier in the...
MVT’s Fourth Quarter Driver Appreciation Day 2022
Our last Driver Appreciation Day Celebration would not have been possible without you. Thank you, drivers, for always making things happen, especially during this Holiday season! We are excited to see you soon at our next year’s Driver Appreciation Day...
Thanksgiving 2022
Happy Thanksgiving! Thank you for all that you have done and given. We count you among our blessings and send our warmest wishes to you and your family. May you have the bright company of good friends, the joy of a happy family, and the loving wonder of the holiday...
MVT’s 40th Anniversary $40k Monthly Giveaway Recap October 2022
One more month is left in our $40K monthly giveaway in light of our 40 years in business! We are putting this on to thank our MVT Family members for their amazing work and dedication that makes MVT the place to be! All 2022, we randomly drew from a list of all MVT...
MVT Driver Kyle Lee Millard
Checking in with Driver Kyle Lee Millard, who has been part of the family for over six years now, moving his way up to owner-operator! The aspects he enjoys the most about his job are that he hasn't had any issues getting loads and that the company trucks have been...
MVT’s Rundown November 2022
This is Mesilla Valley Transportation's Rundown, your all-in-one-stop for all things MVT. Respect is at the basis of everything we do here at MVT. Royal Jones President & CEO and Richard Mendoza, Owner Operator Coordinator, speak on the importance of Respect...
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MVT’s 40th Anniversary $40k Monthly Giveaway Recap September 2022
Time flies and the year is almost over! We have been celebrating our 40th Anniversary for ten consecutive months by hosting a $40K giveaway every month of 2022, showing appreciation toward our drivers and staff members for their hard work and dedication. Come and join...
How To Prevent Cargo Theft For Truck Drivers
There's no doubt that cargo theft can be a significant headache for truck drivers. With so much money and merchandise at stake, it's no wonder that thieves are drawn to trucks like magnets. In this post, we'll explore some tips for preventing cargo theft while on the...
Open Enrollment 2022
SAVE THE DATE! Open Enrollment takes place once a year and will start on October 31st and end on November 20th. During this period, you can elect or make changes to your Medical, Dental, Vision, and supplemental Insurance plans, as well as change your beneficiaries,...
MVT Changed My Life | Toy Smith
In our most recent MVT Changed My Life episode, we get to know Fleet Manager Toy Smith, who has been part of the MVT Family for over five and a half years. With a passion for dispatching and working for a company that cares, Toy’s life has truly changed for the better...
MVT Driver Hector Mendoza
Being treated well by everyone in the company is the main reason why Driver Hector Mendoza has been part of the Family for over 23 years! Come along as he shares his experience of driving with us. Good miles, top-model equipment, and great pay are what you deserve....