Olive Recruiting is searching for Pilot Driver with High Pole experience for our specialized heavy transport client in Houston, TX. This role is responsiblefor guiding and ensuring the safe passage of oversized, heavy haulage vehicles across highways. Responsibilities encompass route planning, traffic management, and maintaining constant communication with truck drivers.
Responsibilities:
You will be an important part of the operations team and will have opportunities to learn new skills, including advanced training on the equipment
Loading, unloading, programming, assembling and disassembling equipment, outfitting trailers with auxiliary equipment
Drive pilot car equipped with signs, flags, and lights to escort oversized loads on highways and other roads
Communicate with the oversized load driver and other relevant parties to ensure safe transportation and arrival of the load
Plan and map out the most efficient route for the oversized load, taking into consideration road conditions, low bridges, and other obstacles
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on the pilot car to ensure it is in good working condition and report any issues to management
Stay up-to-date with state and federal regulations regarding oversized load transportation and ensure compliance at all times
Assist in loading and unloading the oversized load as needed, using proper equipment and safety procedures
Complete necessary paperwork and logbook entries accurately and in a timely manner.
Provide excellent customer service to clients and represent the company in a professional manner at all times
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Experience in driving and operating a pilot car or escort vehicle
Ability to read and understand maps, GPS navigation, and route planning
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients and other drivers
Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing oversize and overweight loads
Attention to detail and ability to react quickly in case of emergencies or unexpected situations
Must be able to work under deadlines and to keep a large team motivated to achieving goals
Must be familiar with health and safety requirements for entering or operating in high-risk areas such as material handling areas and construction sites
OTR heavy lift/transport (Goldhofer, SPMT/PSTe, Gantry, Jack and Slide, etc) preferred
Numbers & Facts
Location
Houston, TX
Skills
Communication Skillsunmatched
Constructionunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
GPS (Global Positioning System)unmatched
Heavy Equipment/Vehiclesunmatched
Heavy Liftingunmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Loading/Unloadingunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Riskunmatched
Safety Processunmatched
Safety Trainingunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Transportation Routingunmatched
Truck Driverunmatched
Vehicle Drivingunmatched
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