Pilot Escort Driver

Clayton Homes • Conway, AR

2d

About The Position

The Clayton Connect Pilot/Escort Driver works as part of a team with a Connect Toter to transport oversized loads, predominantly from Clayton Manufacturing locations to Clayton Retailers. The driver helps ensure safe and efficient delivery by piloting the home along its required route, communicating hazards to the Toter Driver, and helping secure sufficient lanes and space for safe navigation. The position involves driving for multiple hours a day and traveling overnight two to three nights each week.

The driver assists with preparing and maintaining homes for shipment and delivery, including installing lights, checking tires, securing plastic, flagging out the home, performing inspections, and assisting with repairs such as changing flat tires. The role also involves communicating with the Toter Driver via CB radio and with Retailers, understanding state-specific pilot/escort requirements, and representing Clayton while operating company vehicles.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license; additional endorsements may be required.
• Motor vehicle report and background check meeting company requirements.
• Pass company drug testing and adhere to company policies.
• Obtain and maintain P/EVO and Defensive Driving certifications.
• Available for overnight stays two to three nights each week.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds, get on hands and knees to make repairs or inspections, and safely enter and exit the vehicle.
• Physically able to bend, stoop, squat, or kneel to inspect brakes, wiring, axles, tires, and other items required by company policy.
• Willing to operate a motor vehicle in all 48 states.
• Proficient in reading and speaking English; able to understand bills of lading and permits and safely plan trips.
• Able to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing homes for shipment, including installing lights, checking tires, and securing plastic.
• Pilot and escort oversized loads along required routes, calling out hazards, acquiring multiple lanes, and assisting with repairs.
• Maintain communication with the Toter Driver via CB radio.
• Maintain communication with Retailers.
• Read and understand state-specific Pilot/Escort requirements.
• Represent Clayton while operating company vehicles.
• Assist the Toter Driver in preparing and maintaining cargo for shipment and delivery, including flagging out homes, changing flat tires, and performing pre-trip inspections.

Benefits

• 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 4%.
• Medical and dental plans with prescription coverage and vision benefits.
• Paid volunteer time off.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Career development.
• Bonus potential.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual, and occupational wellness programs available online or in person.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed