Owner & Managing Member

Born and raised in Blair, Nebraska, Kevin Wehrli is a seasoned entrepreneur and problem solver with a relentless drive for innovation and operational excellence. With deep roots in the community and decades of experience across multiple industries, Kevin has built a reputation as a leader who turns challenges into opportunities.

Kevin founded KRW Construction in May 2000, growing it into a respected name in the heavy civil and rail construction industry. In 2022, he successfully sold the rail division of KRW Construction, marking a major milestone in the company’s evolution.

Since 2005, Kevin has also managed Marie Gordon Investments, expanding his business interests in real estate and private investments.

In January 2020, Kevin launched Total Truck and Machine, bringing his hands-on expertise in equipment and heavy fleet operations to the fabrication, custom rail carts, and upfitting services sectors. Recognizing further opportunities, he established Certified Fleet Services in 2022, providing dependable fleet maintenance and repair solutions.

Never one to rest, Kevin is currently developing OnTrak, a groundbreaking venture focused on high-rail tele-crawler cranes for the railroad industry, alongside custom rail cart manufacturing and rentals. This new business reflects his passion for engineering and practical problem-solving, aimed at modernizing and improving rail infrastructure operations.

An inventor at heart, Kevin holds multiple inventions and patents, with a natural ability to identify inefficiencies and engineer practical, solution-driven products. His leadership philosophy is built on being solution-oriented, surrounding himself with talented teams, and fostering strong partnerships.

Kevin’s entrepreneurial journey is defined by his ability to spot unmet needs, build businesses from the ground up, and deliver reliable, innovative solutions across industries.

Chief Operating Officer / Chief People Officer

Richard proudly joined Total Truck and Machine in 2024 with a passion for optimizing logistics, streamlining operations, human capital and human resources, scaling businesses, customer service, sales, project management, and ensuring seamless project execution. With over two and a half decades of experience in military logistics, large-scale project management, fulfillment, distribution, facilities, and supply chain efficiency, he thrives in environments where precision and strategy drive success.

Richard holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Human Capital from Bellevue University. He also earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Marketing from Midland University.

His career has spanned multiple industries—from military operations to construction management—each reinforcing his core management philosophy: efficiency, accountability, and teamwork. He most recently served as Director of Operations as part of the Senior Leadership team at TriMark USA, where he was responsible for overseeing transportation, warehouse, distribution, and facility management. He contributed to the development of divisional strategic objectives, implemented continuous improvement strategies, among other responsibilities. Additionally, Richard has a strong background from his role as Senior Operations Manager at Oriental Trading Company, where he managed over 600 employees and a multi-million-dollar supply budget, promoting operational efficiency and employee development.

Prior to that, his time as a Battalion Non-Commissioned Officer in the U.S. Army,  led logistics operations for multiple companies, overseeing millions of dollars in assets while ensuring readiness, maintenance, and supply chain integrity. In addition, managed large-scale construction projects at Rinker Materials, where I was responsible for on-site execution, vendor coordination, and budget management on multi-million-dollar developments.

Richard believes in structured yet adaptable leadership, where planning meets the ability to pivot quickly when needed. I also value strong supplier and customer relationships, knowing that success is built on trust, collaboration, and delivering quality solutions. Above all, I believe that logistics and operations should feel seamless—when done right, things simply work.

This rich experience enhances his role at Total Truck and Machine, where he continues to apply his skills in driving results and fostering high-performance teams.

Regional Account Manager

Kevin is an accomplished sales and operations professional with over a decade of experience in territory management, business development, and production leadership.

Prior to joining Total Truck and Machine in 2024, Kevin Abbott served as a Territory Sales Manager at Reading Truck, where he played a key role in driving revenue growth, enhancing profitability, and strengthening customer relationships across dealer accounts, municipalities, regional fleets, and government-level customers. With his abilities and knowledge in strategic approach to market expansion and account management contributed to long-term success and customer loyalty.

Before Reading Truck, Kevin excelled as a Team Lead at PALFINGER Group in Council Bluffs, Iowa, where they oversaw assembly line operations, production scheduling, and quality control. His leadership ensured efficiency, adherence to safety standards, and continuous process improvements. They also spearheaded training initiatives and collaborated across departments to optimize manufacturing performance.

With a proven track record in sales growth, operational leadership, and customer satisfaction, Kevin brings valuable expertise to Total Truck and Machine along with his ability to develop new market opportunities and enhance operational efficiency which aligns with the company’s mission for continued success.