Getting Better Since 1955.
F&S had its beginnings in 1955, when Earl Schilling, a farmer and veteran of WWII, formed a partnership with his friend Jack Fraley. Together, they started hauling farm equipment on a flatbed trailer just east of Indianapolis. Through their hard work and dedication, they grew the company to about 25 tractors before Earl’s son, Robert Schilling, took over in 1981.
Although Robert didn’t know it at the time, with his determination, and experience as a driver, mechanic, and dispatcher, he was ready for the challenge. Robert quickly brought the “ultralight” concept to Fraley & Schilling as he had a vision for the advantage this could bring to F&S. Robert knew that by cutting the weight of the equipment, he could haul more with less. Fraley and Schilling began using this concept to expand the company in a healthy, steady pace. Today, we have over 500 trucks, and we operate all over the eastern half of the US.
Our Mission
Safety. Innovation. Integrity. Partnership. Continuous Improvement.
Our mission as the Premier Lightweight Fleet in America is to continue to drive the industry in what it means to be premier for our customers, vendors, team members and owners.
Our Mission Explained
Innovation
We anticipate change and drive it to fit our mission… We create forward thinking solutions in partnership with our customers, vendors and team members that allow us to bring value to each party. We create unique logistical solutions to maximize the success of our partners and organization.
Integrity
We act with honesty… We value integrity and mutual trust. We are transparent, honest, and ethical in all our interactions with team members, partners, vendors, and the public. This is our way of life.
Safety
The safety of our workforce and the public are a top priority… Safety requires our ongoing commitment. It is vital to our vision and mission.
Partnership
We relate to our customers and vendors as partners… We seek to make genuine connections with our customers, vendors, and team members. We are focused on creating long term outcomes and value meaningful relationships over transactions.
Continuous Improvement
We are a learning organization… We constantly analyze and improve productivity and processes to satisfy our partners. We will not rest on our past achievements and are not afraid to do the things that make us the Premier Lightweight Fleet in America.
What Our People Say
“I have worked here for 7 years now! I like working here, everyone is nice and very helpful! I will keep trucking here ’til I can’t truck anymore.”
“Fraley and Schilling is, hands down, the best job I’ve ever had! This company is very professional, courteous, and family-oriented. I am home every weekend and it’s a full weekend! By the time orientation was over, they knew me by name. My dispatch manager is a really cool guy, and he gets the job done without any hassle! Money is great, so keep that left door closed and you will do great here. I highly recommend driving for Fraley & Schilling!”
“My time at F&S has been great! It’s great that they call us by name, not truck number. There is nothing like going in the terminals in Knoxville or Alcoa and everyone knowing who you are. They are amazing and make you feel important as a driver. Talking to upper management isn’t too hard either, and the money is good when running hard. When you factor everything into it, it’s hard to find a better company than Fraley & Schilling.”
“I’ve been working for Fraley & Schilling for a month now. Everyone I come in contact with is very professional and courteous. It is great to work with people who do what is promised. I really look forward to growing with Fraley and Schilling. Thanks everyone!”
“The best choice I have ever made!!! They treat me like family, and give me a lot of miles in my new truck.”
“My family has been blessed by F&S. I love the brand new Freightliner Day Cab! For all those drivers out there looking for a job, this is a cool place to work!”
At F&S I’m a person, not a truck number, and I have a great driver manager. Everyone (drivers, managers, administration, etc.) treat you with respect. All I can say is it’s a great company and if you can’t make it here – you can’t make it anywhere.
