By Deanna Decker • June 2025

Rockford’s resurgence isn’t just about bricks and bridges—it's fueled by sustainable, reliable infrastructure networks that keep our regional economy rolling. A key player in that engine is Decker 24 HR Truck and Trailer, whose around-the-clock fleet services are a backbone of the city’s momentum toward growth.

  1. Enhancing Business Retention & Expansion

One of the Chamber’s seven strategic initiatives is “strengthen capacity for business retention and expansion”

Decker 24 HR aligns perfectly here. With 24/7 mobile and shop-based repairs across Rockford, Rochelle, Belvidere, and Chicago, their fast, expert troubleshooting minimizes costly downtime. Local businesses can rely on seamless deliveries and service routes—keeping momentum even during off-hours or unforeseen breakdowns.

  1. Supporting a Skilled and Prepared Workforce

A second Chamber focus is robust workforce development, including training and service partnerships. As a family-owned company committed to hiring and continuously training certified mechanics, Decker 24 HR enriches the local skilled labor pool. This investment in workforce quality supports another of the Chamber’s pillars: “develop leadership and workforce through targeted training”.

  1. Ensuring Efficient Logistics & Infrastructure Reliability

Smooth logistics are the lifeblood of a thriving regional economy. Whether on-site fixes during a roadside breakdown or preventive maintenance at their 10-bay facility, Decker 24 HR’s 24/7 readiness ensures infrastructure—namely, transport networks—remains solid. This service directly underpins the Chamber’s goals of pro-business advocacy (“coordinate collaborative efforts to attract new businesses”) and operational efficiency.

  1. Championing Local Economic Collaboration

The Chamber emphasizes forging partnerships and acting as a unified pro-business voice. Decker 24 HR embodies this spirit: operating near major junctions like I‑90 and the Walmart & General Mills plants, offering storage solutions, and collaborating with businesses across the region. Their presence strengthens Rockford’s logistical infrastructure, a key attractor for new enterprises.

What This Means for Rockford

  • Reduced Downtime: Businesses know that if a truck falters overnight, Decker 24 HR’s team is on it—fast repair means faster resumption of operations.
  • Skilled Jobs & Training: Their commitment to hiring and certifying mechanics enriches Rockford's workforce and aligns with broader Chamber-led workforce initiatives.
  • Trusted Infrastructure Partner: By keeping fleets rolling, Decker ensures that Rockford’s supply chains and service routes remain robust—a foundational layer of economic growth.

In Summary

Decker 24 HR Truck and Trailer isn’t just in the breakdown-fixing business—they’re in the Rockford-building business. Their 24/7 availability, certified-for-excellence repair services, strategic location, and community-minded workforce development align directly with multiple Greater Rockford Chamber-wide initiatives around retention, expansion, workforce strength, and logistical infrastructure.

Bottom line: Decker 24 HR Truck and Trailer keeps the wheels of Rockford’s economic engines rolling—day and night—making them an essential partner in the city’s infrastructure-driven success.

References:

  • Chamber’s 2025–2029 strategic plan initiatives
  • Decker 24 HR’s service offerings, 24/7 availability, and certified mechanics