Brakebush Transportation Celebrating Remarkable Management & Employees
Brakebush Transportation is proud to spotlight the exceptional people who are the driving force behind our success. As a family-owned company, Brakebush uplifts and recognizes team members who have achieved remarkable accomplishments. We believe in treating those who are the foundation of our company with the utmost respect and support - drivers, employees, and management alike.
Professionalism in Action: Team Excellence at Brakebush
Brakebush Transportation's drivers are the best in the business. From putting in work to give customers the best service possible, to staying on top of safety requirements and procedures, Brakebush drivers go the extra mile. The success of the business relies on products arriving safely and on time. We know this could not be done without the dedication of our drivers.
Company Awards
2025 FleetOwner Private Fleet of the Year Award Winner
This honor recognizes our team's stellar transportation operations, driver-focused culture and safety excellence. Coming in our 100th year of business, this award is a special testament to the dedication of our entire family.
Our team leaders accepted the award at the National Private Truck Council's annual conference in May. Fleet Manager Chris Armstrong said it best: "We’re celebrating 100 years of business, so it’s very exciting to present this award to the company’s ownership. But it really is a celebration of our team and amazing group of drivers that we have."
2025 Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association Fleet Safety Award Winner
We’re proud to celebrate our drivers and their commitment to safety. The fleet safety award recognizes our drivers' accomplishment of traveling over half a million miles safely this past year.
Driver Awards
Wisconsin Driver of the Month
Congratulations to Steve Moritz on being named a Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association Driver of the Month!
Steve Moritz
Honored at the Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association safety banquet at Lambeau Field.
North Carolina Driver of the month
Congratulations to Ricardo Soto on being named North Carolina Driver of the Month!
Ricardo Soto
Honored at the North Carolina Trucking Association safety banquet.
North Carolina Driver of the month
Congratulations to Tammie Duncan on being named North Carolina Driver of the Month!
Tammie Duncan
Honored at the North Carolina Trucking Association safety banquet.
Wisconsin All-Star Driver
Congratulations to Rick Putskey on receiving the National Driver All-Star Award from the National Private Truck Council. Rick is a past Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association Driver of the Month.
Rick Putskey
Honored by the National Private Truck Council at their All-Star event.
Celebrating 30 Years At Brakebush
Rick Putskey is an inspiration to us all. His commitment to safety and excellence is unmatched, and we are proud to have him as a driver. Rick has been a mentor to many new drivers and has helped make Brakebush Transportation a safer, more efficient company.
Rick Putskey
Celebrating 30 years with Brakebush as an Over The Road Driver.
Celebrating 3 Million Safe Miles
Congratulations to Jeff Putskey on achieving 3 million safe miles! Jeff exemplifies professionalism and sets a standard of excellence for fellow drivers. This milestone reflects his dedication to safety and unwavering commitment to serving our customers.
Jeff Putskey
Received a plaque for having 3 million safe miles driven with Brakebush Transportation.
Driver Hall of Fame
Congratulations to Jeff Putskey on being inducted into the National Private Truck Council's Driver Hall of Fame. The Driver Hall of Fame is the highest honor for private fleet drivers, recognizing their dedication to safety and excellence over time.
Jeff Putskey
Honored by the National Private Truck Council at their All-Star event.
Wisconsin All-Star Driver
Congratulations to Mark Ida on receiving the National Driver All-Star Award from the National Private Truck Council. Mark is a past Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association Driver of the Month.
Mark Ida
Honored by the National Private Truck Council at their All-Star event.
Forward Thinking Leaders in Action at Brakebush
The forward-thinking management team at Brakebush Transportation is always searching for ways to enhance the business and make it a better place to work for everyone. Our in-office team creates a supportive and collaborative workplace, driving the company to new heights. We are grateful to have their experience and expertise so readily available.
WI Road Team Captain Jason Johnson
Driver Jason Johnson WI Road Team Captain. The Road Team speaks to WI drivers ed students about safely driving around commercial motor vehicles on the road. The Wisconsin Road Team is a group of elite drivers who are committed to promoting safety and sharing the road with commercial vehicles. They have spoken to over 15,000 driver education students in the state of Wisconsin, and have a significant impact on improving safety on the road.
Safety Director of the Year Norlene Gray
Norlene Gray's recognition as the 2022 recipient of the Wisconsin Motor Carriers Safety Director of the Year Award is a testament to her dedication to safety and her commitment to making Brakebush Transportation a leader in safe transportation practices. Congratulations on this incredible achievement! Norlene Gray Wisconsin Motor Carriers 2022 Safety Director of the Year Award Recipient.
Wreaths Across America Honoring Our Nation's Veterans
Brakebush Transportations proudly supports Wreaths Across America, a nonprofit organization that honors our nation's veterans by placing wreaths on the graves of fallen heroes. Our drivers volunteer their time and trucks to transport wreaths from Maine to participating locations across the country, ensuring every fallen hero is honored.
