About Us
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WHO WE ARE
Great Rift Transportation was formed in 1990. We are a local company that specializes in hauling agricultural commodity products, custom storage loading & unloading, heavy equipment hauling, side-dump services, custom harvesting & planting, and a truck & trailer wash-out. Great Rift is headquartered in American Falls, ID, and offers our services throughout Idaho.
OUR MISSION
“Empowering Agriculture, Connecting Communities”
At Great Rift Transportation, rooted in American Falls, Idaho, our mission is clear and unwavering. We are dedicated to empowering agriculture and strengthening the bonds within our communities by delivering exceptional transportation services for agricultural commodities across Idaho.
OUR CORE PRINCIPLES
1. Reliability
We understand the critical nature of transporting agricultural commodities. Our commitment to punctuality and dependable service ensures that farmers and businesses can count on us to get their products where they need to go.
2. sustainability
As stewards of the land, we are dedicated to sustainable transportation practices that minimize our environmental impact and contribute to the long-term well-being of the communities we serve.
3. community support
We take pride in our role as a vital link in the agricultural supply chain. By connecting producers to markets, we foster economic growth and prosperity in the region, creating opportunities for all.
4. safety first
The safety of our employees, the public, and the cargo we transport is our top priority. We invest in rigorous safety measures, training, and technology to ensure that every journey is as secure as it is efficient.
5. innovation
We embrace technological advancements and industry best practices to continuously enhance our services and drive efficiency. We believe in staying at the forefront of the transportation industry.
6. partnerships
Collaboration is at the heart of our success. We value strong relationships with our customers, employees, and partners, working together to overcome challenges and deliver results.
OUR HISTORY
In 2008, Great Rift Transportation took over all hauling, and scooping needs for Lamb Weston in American Falls.
Lamb Weston awarded Great Rift Transportation to unload and put hundreds of millions of pounds of potatoes into storage.
As Great Rift continued to expand, a custom grain, sugar beet, and potato harvesting division was added for growers.
The first year we implemented software to allow us to live track and get live video transmission from our semis, anywhere on the planet.
After the fire in 2021 to our old shop, we have finished our new building in American Falls putting all operations under one roof.
We look forward to growing with our customers, employees, and as a company in 2025 and beyond!
OUR TEAM
EXECUTIVE TEAM
Lance Funk
Owner/CEO
Parker Funk
COO
Shane Gardner
General Manager
LOGISTICS TEAM
Jandre Halliday
Day Shift Operations Manager
David Meyer
Night Shift Operations Manager
Dino Moretti
Safety Manager
Troy Reynolds
Assistant Safety & Operations Manager
Darin Watt
Custom Planting & Harvesting Manager
Jesus Rosales
Custom Planting & Harvesting Assistant Manager
MAINTENANCE TEAM
Josh Schritter
Maintenance Manager
Cody Kendall
Parts & Tire Manager
Juan Ortega JR
Piler & Hog Manager
ACCOUNTING & OFFICE TEAM
Todd Murdock
CFO/Controller
Cindy Ortiz
Staff Accountant / Payroll
Lily Medina
Accounts Payable / HR
Joe Salgado
Accounts Receivable / Accounting Assistant
Mimi Cardona
Receptionist / Accounting Assistant
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TEAM