McAlister

Centrally headquartered in Wellington, Kansas, McAlister has been providing fuel to our valued customers since 1933. What started as a single tank wagon and filling station operation is now a large-scale fuel distributor and wholesaler with nearly 100 trucks operating all throughout United States.

With roots dating back to 1933, McAlister is a large-scale fuel distributor and wholesaler headquartered in Wellington, Kansas. Our longevity speaks to the priority we place on customer satisfaction and our commitment to safety.

Our Rich History

• McAlister Oil was established
• The McAlister Oil team started providing fuel and services to the railroad industry.
• The original company was divided into two entities, McAlister Oil and McAlister Transportation
• Scott and Heather (McAlister) Shank purchased the company and its entities.
• The company name and its entities were simplified to McAlister
• We are a third generation, family-owned and operated business with nearly 100 trucks operating in more than a dozen states

Fast, Reliable Fuel Delivery Services and Maintenance

Centrally headquartered in Kansas, McAlister partners with customers throughout the United States to ensure the delivery of their freight— from fast and reliable fuel delivery services to locomotive maintenance and inspections.

Advanced Technology

With our advanced fueling event technology, we are able to track everything about a fueling event in real-time right from our headquarters, which provides ultimate accountability to our customers.  All McAlister trucks are equipped with onboard computers that are associated with the identity of the truck and driver. The computer data provides a GPS location of the truck, the time and date of delivery and the amount of fuel that was delivered as well as other critical information. Our customers are able to access and utilize the data to improve their processes and increase efficiency.

Safety

Because of our commitment to safety, McAlister has one of the best safety audit averages in the country. In fact, our on-highway safety scores have allowed us to become certified as a Department of Defense qualified carrier. Not only do all McAlister drivers undergo a stringent background screening process, they receive ongoing training and testing to ensure they continue to meet standards and are well-prepared for challenges.

Our Services

We have been working with the railroad industry for more than 25 years and we know what it takes to make refueling your locomotives a seamless process, reducing dwell times and increasing overall velocity. Managing train schedules and ensuring we are there when you need us has been a mainstay of the McAlister standard of service.

• McAlister provides Direct-to-Locomotive (DTL) and commercial fueling. We have specialized trucks and experienced drivers who know how to complete each job safely and efficiently. McAlister also offers fueling for specialized commercial equipment such as generators, refrigerated units and small tanks.
• McAlister provides transloading services throughout the United States. Getting your products to their final destination often requires moving them from rail to truck. McAlister can safely facilitate the transloading process with the proper equipment and trained personnel.
• Specializing in bulk storage deliveries, McAlister understands the complexities of proper tank management. We match the equipment and manpower to the volumes needed so that your tanks never run low. With our fueling event technology, we are able to track every gallon of fuel from pick up to delivery, ensuring accuracy and providing customers with real-time information.
• We know that proper maintenance and inspection is a vital part of keeping freight moving. McAlister technicians provide many servicing activities including daily inspections, cab cleaning, toilet evacuation and charging, brake shoe adjustment and repair, and light electrical work. We also perform refilling of sand, lube oils and water, when needed, along with many other vital services.