Akron,OH,USA Full-time PILOT CAR DRIVER | Hiring

Our company is a reputable and dedicated provider of oversize load escort services across the United States. We specialize in escorting over dimensional loads that require meticulous attention to safety, securement, and traffic navigation. With a strong commitment to driver safety and customer satisfaction, we ensure that each transport is handled with the utmost professionalism and care. Our fleet consists of top-of-the-line pickup truck escort vehicles that enable our team to provide efficient and reliable pilot car services nationwide. We foster a supportive work environment with consistent salary-based pay and comprehensive benefits, aiming to attract skilled professionals passionate about the transportation industry. We are currently seeking experienced over the road Oversize Pilot Car drivers to join our team. This full-time position offers consistent pay, detailed training, and paid medical benefits, making it an excellent career opportunity for qualified candidates. An ideal candidate is someone with prior experience escorting oversized loads along with a solid understanding of basic securement procedures involving chains, binders, tarps, and other necessary equipment. The role demands flexibility in scheduling to be available for extended periods on the road to meet hauling requirements across different states. Beyond driving skills, excellent communication abilities and a strong mechanical aptitude are highly valued. The pilot car driver will be instrumental in assisting truck drivers by identifying traffic patterns, obtaining lane access, securing loads, and refueling when necessary. Maintaining excellent customer relationships is also a key aspect of this position. As a member of our team, you will receive comprehensive support through retirement planning with a company match, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, and opportunities for advancement through additional training. The job requires passing a drug and background screening and entails certain physical demands such as lifting up to 70 pounds and manual dexterity for sitting, lifting, stooping, twisting, and bending. Overall, this is a rewarding role for those looking to build a steady career in pilot car driving with a company that values safety, professionalism, and employee well-being.

• Valid driver's license - CDL preferred
• minimum of 1 year experience as a pilot car driver or equivalent
• ability to maintain a safe driving record and pass a pre-employment drug screening
• knowledge of permits for oversize loads preferred
• flexible schedule for extended over the road trips
• excellent communication skills
• ability to assist with traffic identification, lane acquisition, load securement, and refueling
• strong mechanical knowledge preferred
• ability to lift 70 lbs
• manual dexterity to perform sitting, lifting, stooping, twisting, and bending tasks
• pass drug and background screen