ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Pilot Truck Driver Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Superior Paving

Laborer

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$18/hr

Operate a pilot truck to safely guide vehicles through active construction zones and maintain proper traffic flow if designated. (Valid Driver License required) * Sets up and removes traffic control ...

Corthell Transportation

Winch Truck Driver

Williston, ND · On-site

$80K - $105K/yr

Knowledge of state laws for oversize loads and pilot car requirements by state Apply now or call ... driver jobs, winch truck, winch trucks, oilfield, long-haul trucking, new trucks, brand new ...

Corthell Transportation

Winch Truck Driver

Williston, ND · On-site

$1.5K/day

Knowledge of state laws for oversize loads and pilot car requirements by state Apply now or call ... driver jobs, winch truck, winch trucks, oilfield, long-haul trucking, new trucks, brand new ...

Corthell Transportation

Winch Truck Driver

Odessa, TX · On-site

$80K - $105K/yr

Knowledge of state laws for oversize loads and pilot car requirements by state Apply now or call ... driver jobs, winch truck, winch trucks, oilfield, long-haul trucking, new trucks, brand new ...

Corthell Transportation

Winch Truck Driver

Odessa, TX · On-site

$1.5K/day

Knowledge of state laws for oversize loads and pilot car requirements by state Apply now or call ... driver jobs, winch truck, winch trucks, oilfield, long-haul trucking, new trucks, brand new ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsPilot Truck Driver Jobs

Pilot Truck Driver information

See salary details

$10

$27

$49

How much do pilot truck driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for pilot truck driver in the United States is $27.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $31.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pilot truck driver?

A Pilot Truck Driver, also known as an escort vehicle driver, helps guide and protect oversized loads on the road. They drive ahead of or behind large trucks carrying oversized or hazardous cargo to ensure safe passage. Their duties include communicating with the truck driver, monitoring road conditions, and warning other motorists. They must follow specific safety regulations and often work in coordination with law enforcement or transportation agencies.

How to get a job as a pilot truck driver?

To become a pilot truck driver, you typically need a commercial driver's license (CDL) with a special endorsement for hauling oversize loads, along with experience driving large vehicles. Employers often require knowledge of safety regulations, proper securing of cargo, and may prefer candidates with prior trucking experience or training from a certified driving school.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pilot truck driver?

To thrive as a Pilot Truck Driver, you need excellent driving skills, attention to detail, and a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL), often with additional certifications for oversized load escorting. Familiarity with two-way radios, GPS navigation, and safety signaling equipment is essential for managing pilot operations. Strong communication skills, reliability, and situational awareness help you coordinate with transport teams and respond to unexpected situations. These abilities are crucial to ensure the safety of the oversized load, the driving team, and the public during transport.

What are some common challenges faced by pilot truck drivers during oversized load escorts?

Pilot Truck Drivers often encounter challenges such as navigating tight or unfamiliar routes, adjusting quickly to changing road or weather conditions, and coordinating clearly with truck drivers and law enforcement. Because each oversized load can have unique requirements, flexibility and quick decision-making are essential. You may need to plan detours, manage traffic around the convoy, and handle stressful situations when unexpected obstacles arise. Staying vigilant and communicating effectively with the transport team are key to safely escorting each load to its destination.

More about Pilot Truck Driver jobs
What cities are hiring for Pilot Truck Driver jobs? Cities with the most Pilot Truck Driver job openings:
What states have the most Pilot Truck Driver jobs? States with the most job openings for Pilot Truck Driver jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Pilot Truck Driver jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Pilot Truck Driver jobs are:
Pilot Truck Driver jobs near you
Infographic showing various Pilot Truck Driver job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 9% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $56,348 per year, or $27.1 per hour.

Laborer

Superior Paving

Lynchburg, VA • On-site

$18/hr

Other

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Description
The Laborer I supports asphalt paving and milling crews by performing essential physical tasks, including asphalt preparation, jackhammering, general labor duties, assisting equipment operators, spotting trucks, reviewing load tickets, operating a pilot truck, and helping with site cleanup and organization to ensure safe, efficient project operation.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform general labor tasks to support paving and milling operations, including asphalt preparation, jackhammering, shoveling, raking, and site cleanup.
  • Support milling operations by cleaning behind the mill, removing loose material, and maintaining safe work areas, or assist paving operations by preparing edges, cleaning joints, and supporting asphalt placement.
  • Assist equipment operators by providing directions, maintaining safe distances, and supporting efficient workflow while acting as a truck spotter to guide haul trucks safely into position and ensure proper dumping procedures.
  • Performs essential paving and milling labor by loading and unloading equipment, maintaining a clean and safe jobsite, and preparing work areas by clearing debris, sweeping surfaces, and staging tools and materials for efficient crew operations.
  • Operate small tools, hand tools (e.g jackhammer, pickaxe, shovels, and brooms.) and light equipment (e.g. blower, tamper) when trained.
  • Operate a pilot truck to safely guide vehicles through active construction zones and maintain proper traffic flow if designated. (Valid Driver License required)
  • Sets up and removes traffic control and directs traffic through work zones when needed.
  • Follow directions from the foreman and equipment operators to maintain project quality.
  • Perform safety checks, use proper PPE, follow work-zone procedures, keep safe distances, report hazards immediately, and maintain a clean, compliant, hazard-free worksite.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
  • Prior construction or paving experience preferred but not required.
  • Ability to learn how to use hand tools and control traffic according to regulations.
  • Reliable transportation
  • Consistently demonstrate the organization's core values by striving for excellence, fostering partnership, upholding integrity, and showing commitment.
  • Ability to follow verbal instructions and work as part of a team.
  • Must maintain constant situational awareness of moving vehicles, heavy machinery, and other hazards inherent to paving and construction operations
  • Ability to adhere to Superior policies and other safety regulations.
  • Ability to work overtime, weekends, and nights as required.
  • Must be 18 years of age.
Physical Demands
This position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds; stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods; tolerate noise, vibration, heat, and outdoor conditions common to paving operations; demonstrate the manual dexterity needed to use hand tools and equipment; and maintain good eye-hand coordination, physical fitness, multi-limb coordination, static strength, and balance.
Work Environment
Work is performed outdoors on roadways, construction zones, and active traffic areas, often in hot, cold, or otherwise adverse weather. Employees are regularly exposed to hot asphalt, dust, fumes, loud noise, and vibration from tools and equipment.
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Apply