Pilot Driver – Wide-Load Pool Deliveries

Latham, The Pool Company (Canada); Jane Lew (WV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Telehealth services

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Join Latham, The Pool Company as a Pilot Driver in Jane Lew, WV. You will escort wide-load fiberglass pool deliveries, assist in loading/unloading from the production facility, and guide the CDL Driver to destinations with radio communications.

Maintain safety, perform pre-departure checks, and ensure compliance with DOT rules and company policies. Requirements include 18+ years old, a valid state driver’s license, and 1 year of professional driving experience.

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 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 regarding escorting and vehicle and traffic laws. This includes 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.

Skills

18+ years old

Valid driver’s license

One-year driving experience

English literacy

Drug screening compliance

Overnight travel readiness

Job description

Join Latham, The Pool Company as a Pilot Driver in Jane Lew, WV. You will escort wide-load fiberglass pool deliveries, assist in loading/unloading from the production facility, and guide the CDL Driver to destinations with radio communications.

Maintain safety, perform pre-departure checks, and ensure compliance with DOT rules and company policies. Requirements include 18+ years old, a valid state driver’s license, and 1 year of professional driving experience.