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Oversize Load Pilot Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Driver Helper Delivery

Houston, TX · On-site

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

Drives pilot vehicle for oversize loads, ensuring compliance with appropriate safety regulations. * Inspects and maintains delivery vehicles to ensure safety and compliance with regulatory ...

Driver Helper Delivery

Lubbock, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

Drives pilot vehicle for oversize loads, ensuring compliance with appropriate safety regulations. * Inspects and maintains delivery vehicles to ensure safety and compliance with regulatory ...

Driver Helper Delivery

Austin, TX · On-site

$15.75 - $20.25/hr

Drives pilot vehicle for oversize loads, ensuring compliance with appropriate safety regulations. * Inspects and maintains delivery vehicles to ensure safety and compliance with regulatory ...

Safely operate heavy-haul trucks and trailers to transport oversized and overweight loads to ... Communicate effectively with dispatch, customers, and escort/pilot vehicles to ensure efficient and ...

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Direct savings via Pilot/Flying J fuel network, 2.5% non-recourse factoring program, and discounted ... Priority transport solutions tailored for time-sensitive, oversized, or specialized loads requiring ...

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How much do oversize load pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for oversize load pilot in Texas is $121,969.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,200.00 and $144,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an oversize load pilot?

An Oversize Load Pilot, also known as a pilot car driver or escort vehicle operator, guides oversized trucks carrying large or heavy loads to ensure safe transport on public roads. They help navigate traffic, warn the trucking team of potential hazards, and communicate with law enforcement when needed. Their role is crucial for preventing accidents and protecting infrastructure. Pilot drivers must be knowledgeable about state regulations and required safety protocols.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the oversize load pilot position?

Oversize Load Pilots need a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, strong route planning skills, and knowledge of state and federal regulations regarding oversize loads. Certification in pilot/escort vehicle operation and proficiency with two-way radios, GPS devices, and mapping software are commonly required. Excellent communication, situational awareness, and teamwork skills help pilots coordinate effectively with truck drivers and law enforcement. These abilities are critical to ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient transport of oversized loads over public roadways.

What are some common challenges that oversize load pilots face during a typical workday?

Oversize Load Pilots often encounter challenges such as navigating unpredictable traffic, adjusting to changing weather conditions, and communicating real-time updates to the transport driver and other team members. Routes can be complex, requiring quick problem-solving if detours or obstacles arise. Pilots must remain highly focused and vigilant to spot hazards, ensure the safety of the load, and help minimize disruptions for the traveling public. These challenges make the job dynamic and require a proactive, safety-first mindset at all times.

How do I become an oversize load pilot?

To become an oversize load pilot, you typically need a commercial driver's license (CDL) with specific endorsements, such as a special or oversize load permit. Experience driving large vehicles and knowledge of safety regulations are essential, and some employers require completion of specialized training or certification in escorting oversized loads.

What job categories do people searching Oversize Load Pilot jobs in Texas look for?

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What cities in Texas are hiring for Oversize Load Pilot jobs?

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Infographic showing various Oversize Load Pilot job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $121,969 per year, or $58.6 per hour.

Driver Helper Delivery

Builders FirstSource

Houston, TX • On-site

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

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Builders FirstSource rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 312 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

295th of 545 rated manufacturers


Job description

Ignite your career at Builders FirstSource, America's largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. The #1 name in our industry, we help make the dream of home ownership more achievable every day. At BFS, you'll be equipped with all the tools, training, and resources you need, and you'll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons.

PURPOSE

Assists Driver in delivering customer orders; assists in loading and off-loading product; or drives pilot vehicle for oversize loads. May deliver customer orders using a company van or pickup truck under 10,000 GVW. Work is performed under the direction of department supervisor or manager. Does NOT require a Commercial Motor Vehicle license.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assists with loading and appropriately securing product onto or inside delivery vehicle using motorized or non-motorized material handling equipment.
  • Assists Driver in delivering and off-loading product at customer facility. With assistance from Driver will carry product (i.e., drywall, windows, doors, etc) to a designated area at the customer site.
  • Delivers customer orders to customer site using a company van or pickup truck. Obtains signed proof of delivery.
  • Drives pilot vehicle for oversize loads, ensuring compliance with appropriate safety regulations.
  • Inspects and maintains delivery vehicles to ensure safety and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Plans and paces own work efficiency in order to meet daily, weekly, project, or team related productivity goals.
  • Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings as required; may recommend changes to improve safety procedures.
  • Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and one (1) year experience performing these or similar tasks, or equivalent combination of education, training or experience. Valid driver's license required.

COMPETENCIES

  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to read and understand maps, routes, road signs
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Ability to read and understand machine and equipment diagrams and system schematics
  • Knowledgeable of escort service regulations
  • Knowledge of basic math and measurement skills
  • Knowledge of and ability to use motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment
  • Must have a valid driver's license.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly rides in a truck delivering product to customers. Works in all types of weather. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds frequently and on occasion may be required to lift and carry, with assistance, up to 200 pounds.
  • May be required to perform specific tasks that involve climbing, lifting, pushing or kneeling.
  • Must be able to climb up and down into cab, twist torso for 360 degree visibility, use arms to operate controls, etc.

At BFS, we want you and your career to be greater than what you ever could have expected. Our supportive, people -first culture will build you up and empower you to do more, be more, and become better every day. Join us and see what's possible when you can rise to new challenges, learn new skills, and add to your career tool belt every day.

At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple - provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. To view all our benefit offerings click here www.bldrbenefits.com.

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call (214) 765-3990 or email: ADA.Accommodation@bldr.com. Please do not send resumes to this email address - it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening.

Please note that due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual inquiries about the status of your application.


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About Builders FirstSource

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Builders FirstSource is the nation’s largest supplier of structural building products, value-added components and services to the professional market for new residential construction and repair and remodeling. Our focus is on providing unparalleled service to both large and small customers. Through investments in innovation and an unmatched portfolio of value-added products and manufacturing capabilities, we’re revolutionizing the homebuilding industry – outperforming today and transforming tomorrow.

Industry

Construction materials wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Dallas, TX, US

Year founded

1998