Wave Express
Wave Express is a recreational-vehicle carrier that hires independent contractors to deliver travel trailers and fifth-wheel units to dealerships in the United States and Canada. The company has served the RV industry since 2004 and operates as a national logistics brand. Its stated mission centers on safety-oriented drivers and reliable service for customers.
The company identifies integrity and respect as core values and requires drivers to comply with federal and state vehicle-operation laws. Continuing education supports its goal of maintaining a zero-accident working environment. More than 20% of its contractor fleet consists of military veterans or active service members, and the company provides specific recognition for military service. Safety procedures, steady freight volume, and logistics technology support deliveries from production plants to dealerships and the company’s on-time delivery rates.
Current Leadership:
- Joe Braun: President
- Matt Russell: Account Executive
- Rob Jackson: Chief Operating Officer
- Wes Kuczmanski: HR Director
Contact Information:
- Website: https://waveexpress.com/
- Phone: +1-574-642-0630
- Address: 2632 Lincolnway East, Goshen, IN 46526
Recruiter Contact Information:
- Recruiting Department: +1-574-642-0630
- Become a Driver: https://waveexpress.com/become-a-driver/
Historical Overview
Wave Express began operations in Elkhart County in 2004 in response to demand for recreational-vehicle relocation. The company developed as a carrier specializing in single travel trailers and fifth-wheel units and formed working relationships with dealer groups and manufacturers in Indiana. In 2024, its ownership structure changed through the adoption of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
- 2004: Founded in Elkhart County to serve the RV industry.
- 2005: Commenced active operations as a specialized DPU carrier in Goshen.
- 2009: Established a formal business file with the Better Business Bureau.
- 2019: Achieved official BBB accreditation for meeting high service standards.
- 2024: Celebrated the 20th anniversary of the company and transitioned to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
- 2026: Reached an active network of 2,000 independent contractors across North America.
Wave Express’s Goshen headquarters manages logistics across 49 states and several Canadian provinces. The facility coordinates hundreds of daily vehicle movements from the Elkhart County recreational-vehicle manufacturing corridor. Its location supports high freight volumes and shorter empty-return distances for contractors, while centralized management applies consistent safety and delivery-time procedures.
Company Metrics
Wave Express coordinates thousands of individual recreational-vehicle movements between production facilities and dealerships. Its contractor network uses personal towing equipment, while the company’s Midwest location provides access to the center of the recreational-vehicle manufacturing industry.
- Number of Terminals:
- 1
- Global Presence:
- United States and Canada
- Contractor Pool:
- 2,000
- Pay Rates:
- $1.50 to $3.00+ per mile
- Client Types:
- RV Dealerships, Trailer Manufacturers, Dealer Groups
- Notable Partners:
- General RV Center, Lazydays RV, Camping World
- USDOT Number:
- 1922165
- MC Number:
- 687765
Company Terminal Locations
Wave Express centralizes dispatch and driver-support operations at its Goshen headquarters. Pickup points throughout Elkhart County serve the region’s concentration of recreational-vehicle manufacturing plants. Staff at the main office monitor loads from their point of origin through delivery to the dealer.
Company Orientation
New contractors attend a mandatory two-day orientation at Wave Express’s Goshen facility. Applicants must pass a Department of Transportation drug screen and complete a professional road test using their own towing equipment. Required documents include a valid medical examiner certificate and a verified 10-year work history. Contractors maintain a $1,000 damage deposit, collected through deductions from settlements until the balance is reached. Training covers the mobile dispatch application and federal electronic-logging requirements before the first assignment.
Transportation Strategies
- Towaway Division: Contractors use three-quarter-ton or one-ton pickup trucks to transport new travel trailers and fifth wheels from assembly lines to dealer lots.
- Driveaway Division: Professional drivers operate motorized commercial vehicles and mass-transit units under their own power from manufacturers to final destinations.
- Flatbed Division: Specialized drivers use flatbed equipment to move multiple trailers or vehicles in one load. This division provides the company’s highest per-mile pay for drivers with the required heavy equipment.
- Digital Dispatching: Proprietary mobile technology allows contractors to view and accept available loads in real time. The system automates paperwork submission for same-day processing of completed-delivery pay.
- Regulatory Compliance: Safety personnel audit driver logs and equipment for legal compliance. This oversight supports the company’s active for-hire authority and safety rating.
Growth Profile
Wave Express has increased the density of its dealer pickup network in the Midwest manufacturing region and expanded into Southern and Western markets for transcontinental recreational-vehicle deliveries. Relationships with national dealer groups have increased year-round freight volume and supported the company’s market share in vehicle relocation.
Integrated systems have streamlined communication between dispatchers and contractors. Mobile applications provide real-time load updates and electronic document imaging for immediate billing. These systems reduce administrative time, while data analysis identifies high-demand corridors for driver placement.
Driver-retention programs focus on contractor autonomy and competitive compensation for experienced transporters. The company expects demand for motorized and towable recreational vehicles to continue growing in North America. Management plans additional safety training, while stability in the recreational-vehicle sector supports long-term company operations and employee-ownership value.
Fleet Examples
- Travel Trailers: Single units travel from production facilities to retail dealerships using standard towaway equipment.
- Fifth Wheels: Heavy-duty trailers require specialized hitches for relocation in the United States and Canada.
- Flatbed Loads: Multiple recreational vehicles move on one trailer to increase efficiency and reduce per-unit transportation costs.
- Motorized RVs: Class A and Class C motorhomes travel by driveaway service to dealership showrooms.
Learn More
Wave Express’s official website and professional-network profiles provide information about company developments, recruiting opportunities, driver requirements, applications, and the growth of its employee-owned operation.