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How much do pilot truck driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 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.

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.

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Infographic showing various Pilot Truck Driver job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 31% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,348 per year, or $27.1 per hour.

Class A CDL - Fuel Truck Driver

Pilot Flying J

Joplin, MO

$27 - $29.50/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Pilot Company rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 535 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

350th of 739 rated retailers

Job description

Class A CDL - Refined Fuel Driver - Joplin, MO

Estimated Annual: $88,000-$96,000/year*

Pay: $27.00-$29.50/hour**

We are urgently seeking a Fuel Transport Truck Driver with an excellent driving record for local, home daily fuel hauling routes. Experience in the petroleum industry is preferred but not required.

Pilot Refined Fuel Truck Driver benefits include:

  • Daily home time
  • Paid weekly via direct deposit
  • Reliable miles
  • Pay differentials:
      • Night Shift Pay = additional $1.00/hour worked
      • Weekend Pay (both Saturday and Sunday schedule) = additional $1.50/hour worked
      • Safety Enhancement Pay (for qualifying drivers) = additional $1.00/hour worked
  • Time-and-a-half pay for all hours over 40 
  • Driver Trainer Pay (for qualifying drivers) = $25/day up to $500 + bonuses for successful post-training observations
  • $12 meal coupon per shift redeemable at all company locations
  • Driver referral bonuses
  • Excellent benefits:
      • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage for self and family
      • Company paid life insurance and long-term disability
      • FSA, Healthcare HRA, Dependent Care FSA
  • Company matched 401k: 100% match of first 3% and 50% match of next 2% contribution
  • Paid time off: up to 5 weeks for tenured drivers
  • Holiday pay: 9 holidays for full-time drivers and 3 holidays for part-time drivers
  • Up to 6 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible drivers (mothers and fathers)
  • Wellness offerings and perks, including free sleep apnea therapy, smoking cessation programs and weight loss coaching for drivers who participate in the health plan
  • Opportunities for career advancement through leadership roles like:
      • Driver Trainer
      • Lead Driver
      • Field Supervisor
      • Regional Safety and Operations Management
  • Driver referral bonuses
  • Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.
The right truck driver candidate will have:
  • Class A CDL
  • Hazmat and Tanker endorsements
  • A minimum of 1 year’s tractor/trailer driving experience

* Estimated annual earnings assume a driver will work an average work week of 55 hours.

** During the required training period (approximately 2–6 weeks), drivers earn $25.00 per hour. After successfully completing training, drivers receive their full base rate.

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation’s busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.


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Pilot Flying J is an American-based company situated in Knoxville, TN, USA. Founded in 1958, it falls under the travel-center industry, providing comprehensive services to professional drivers, recreational travelers, and road users. Pilot Flying J offers amenities such as refueling facilities, convenience stores, fast-food restaurants, and trucking supplies services, positioning itself as a crucial part of America's interstate highway system.

Industry

Gasoline stations, petroleum and petroleum products wholesalers and retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Knoxville, TN, US

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