Pilot Car Escort Job at Parish Transport LLC, Montgomery, AL

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  • Parish Transport LLC
  • Montgomery, AL

Job Description

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We are looking for experienced and safety-conscious Heavy Haul Pilot Car Drivers to join our team. As a Heavy Haul Pilot Car Driver, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient transport of oversized and heavy loads. Your primary responsibility will be to escort and guide the movement of heavy haul vehicles, providing warnings and assistance to ensure the safety of the convoy and other road users. The ideal candidate should have a deep understanding of traffic laws, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to maintaining the highest safety standards.

Responsibilities:

Lead and Escort: Operate a pilot car to lead and/or follow heavy haul vehicles, providing a clear path and warning to other drivers on the road.

Safety Protocols: Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations, including obtaining necessary permits, and adhere to safety protocols to prevent accidents and ensure the safe transport of oversized loads.

Route Planning: Work closely with heavy haul drivers and logistics teams to plan and review routes, identifying potential obstacles, low clearances, and other hazards.

Communication: Maintain clear and constant communication with the heavy haul driver, monitoring radio channels, and using signals to convey important information.

Traffic Control: Implement traffic control measures as necessary, including the use of flags, signs, and lights to direct traffic and create a safe path for the heavy haul convoy.

Emergency Response: Be prepared to respond to emergencies or unexpected situations, such as road closures, accidents, or equipment malfunctions, and coordinate with relevant authorities.

Documentation: Keep detailed records of travel routes, issues encountered, and communication logs to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.

Equipment Maintenance: Perform regular maintenance checks on the pilot car, ensuring that it is in good working condition and equipped with the necessary safety features.

Customer Service: Interact professionally with heavy haul drivers, clients, and law enforcement, representing our company in a positive and courteous manner.

Qualifications:

  • Must have 3 years current varifiable Heavy Haul Escort experience
  • Must have a current Pilot Car certification
  • WITPAC Certification preferred but not required

Regular Drivers License with clean MVR

Experience: Proven experience as a Heavy Haul Pilot Car Driver, demonstrating a deep understanding of escorting oversized loads.

Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for effective coordination with heavy haul drivers and relevant authorities.

Knowledge: Strong knowledge of traffic laws, regulations, and permit requirements related to oversized load transport.

Safety Focus: A commitment to maintaining the highest safety standards and the ability to respond calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges and obstacles on the road.

Availability: Flexibility to work irregular hours and travel extensively, including overnight stays as required by the job.

Physical Fitness: Ability to perform duties that may include standing for extended periods, lifting, and other physically demanding tasks.

If you have the skills and commitment to ensuring the safe transport of heavy haul loads, we invite you to join our team and contribute to the success of our operations.

Job Tags

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