In 1955, Dick Simon sold his car to buy a 2-ton tractor.
In 1980, Dick’s sons began working with him.
A legacy was born.
1955
Dick Simon's First Truck
Dick Simon traded his new car for a 2-ton tractor and 32-foot trailer. He made his first trip hauling feed from Provo to southern California ranchers and then returning with a load of fish meal from Long Beach.
1972
Dick Simon Trucking Is Born
In his early years, Dick was driving nonstop. “By the time I was 35 I couldn’t do it anymore,” he said. Thus, in 1972 he ended his sole proprietorship and incorporated as Dick Simon Trucking, Inc.
1980
Lyn Simon Joins The Family Business
In the early 80’s, Dick Simon Trucking was running over 25 tractors and was growing rapidly. Dick’s son, Lyn, began assisting his father in the office.
1985
VP of Sales
After 5 years at the company, Lyn became the VP of Sales for Dick Simon Trucking, Inc.
2004
Simon Transport Is Born
Leveraging decades of experience in the family business, Lyn Simon ventured out on his own and, together with his wife Helen, founded Simon Transport. They were set on creating a company that treated each and every driver as part of the family instead of just a truck number.
2018
Simon Transport's Mission
Today, Simon Transport is 30+ trucks strong. We continue to dedicate our work to providing a great living for and relationship with our drivers, maintaining our reputation as “So Stinkin’ Dependable” with our customers, and having fun while doing it.
Our Founders
Lyn Simon
Lyn began in transportation in 1980 at Dick Simon Trucking and was promoted to VP of Sales in 1985. He now owns Simon Transport with his wife, Helen. His favorite part of the job is being able to personally meet each driver and employee.
Helen Hamilton
Helen Hamilton Simon founded Simon Transport with Lyn Simon in 2004. She previously worked as the Marketing Director for Wells Fargo. She has a deep conviction for helping others and harnesses that to ensure the happiness of each driver and office employee. She is in charge of marketing, finance, and human resources for Simon Transport.
3000
avg miles weekly
6000000
miles driven yearly
38
years of experience
0
unhappy drivers
our mission
Our mission is to provide superior, value-driven solutions for our customers.
We do this by communicating in a timely and effective manner, thereby instilling trust and confidence, and fulfilling our promise of excellent service.
