Pilot Driver - Home Most Weekends and Some Weeknights

Latham Pool Products, Inc; Jane Lew (WV); On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of integrity

Comprehensive benefits

Growth opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

24/7 telehealth

Job summary

Latham Pool Products, Inc in Jane Lew, West Virginia, is hiring a Pilot Driver to escort wide-load fiberglass pool deliveries and assist with loading at the production site. You will supervise the CDL Driver, monitor traffic, and communicate to ensure safe, on-time delivery to final destinations.

Responsibilities include operating the pilot vehicle, reading state permits, securing loads, reporting defects, performing required trainings, and staying compliant with DOT and company policies.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess valid driver’s license per state requirements for Pilot Drivers.
• One-year professional driving experience; pilot/escort driving experience preferred.
• Must meet Latham Pool Product driving record criteria.

Responsibilities

• Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned pilot vehicle.
• Read and follow state permits to safely escort the CDL driver to destination.
• May assist in securing load prior to departure as requested.
• Properly communicate with the CDL Driver regarding traffic and other obstacles.
• Check weather conditions and road reports before departure. Make safety a priority at all times.
• Ensure compliance with all Company policy and procedures as well as Department of Transportation and state regulations.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic/roadside inspection violations, near misses, injuries and/or damage to the vehicles immediately.
• Maintain vehicle as needed (refuel, tire pressure, etc.) including cleanliness inside and out.
• Report all vehicle issues to Shipping Manager for maintenance and repair; follow instructions for repair if needed.
• Successfully complete all required trainings timely included but not limited to defensive driving training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driving experience

Pilot/escort driving

English language

18+ years old

Job description

Pilot Driver - Home Most Weekends and Some Weeknights

Jane Lew, West Virginia, United States

Make a SPLASH with Latham, The Pool Company!

At Latham, The Po ol Company, we don’t just make swimming pools; we create opportunities for backyard dreams to come true. As the leading manufacturer in North America, Australia, and New Zealand, we are committed to delivering innovation, quality, and sustainability in everything we do.

We believe in building an environment where everyone can thrive. That is why we offer:

• A culture of integrity, collaboration, and respect.
• Comprehensive benefits for you and your family.
• Opportunities for growth, mentorship, and skill development.

A little about the position:

Job Summary

ThePilot Driverpositionis responsible for escorting wide load, long distance fiberglass swimming pool deliveries.In addition, the Pilot Driver is responsible for assisting in the load and unload of pools from a production facility to final destination.The position escorts the CDL Driver delivering the wide load to its final destination by monitoring traffic, directing the CDL Driver and assuring clear distance from obstacles while moving through radio communication with the CDL Driver.

Some of What You Will Do:

• Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned pilot vehicle.
• Read and follow state permits to safely escort CDL driver to destination.
• May assist in securing load prior to departure as requested.
• Properly communicate with the CDL Driver regarding traffic and other obstacles.
• Check weather conditions and road reports before departure.Make safety a priority at all times and drive according to the weather/road conditions.
• Ensure compliance with all Company policy and procedures as well as Department of Transportation and state regulations regardingescorting and vehicle and traffic laws.Thisincludes but is not limited to proper use of lights, signs, flags, fire extinguishers, etc.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic/roadside inspection violations, near misses, injuries and/or damage to the vehicles immediately.
• Maintain vehicle as needed (refuel, tire pressure, etc.) including cleanliness inside and out.
• Report all vehicle issues to Shipping Manager for maintenance and repair; follow instructions for repair if needed
• Successfully complete all required trainings timely included but not limited to defensive driving training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Table: (Qualifications)

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess valid driver’s license per state requirements for Pilot Drivers.
• One-year professional driving experience; pilot/escort driving experience preferred.
• Must meet Latham Pool Product driving record criteria.
• Ability to secure and maintain state certifications on all states that require certification within one month of hire.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Must successfully pass drug screen upon offer and subject to random drug testing during employment.
• Ability to travel overnight and sometimes several nights.

Why Join Latham? At Latham, we believe great benefits help employees build rewarding careers. We offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 24/7 telehealth and wellness resources

Latham, The Pool Company is a Drug-Free Workplace Employer. All offers of employment are subject to applicable pre-employment requirements.

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