Escort Vehicle Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Maintain a valid driver license with an acceptable driving record.
• Be aware of all aspects of load movement.
• Be able to work as part of a team.
• Communicate effectively in written and verbal correspondence.
• Be friendly, punctual, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.
• Have strong time-management abilities.
• Prioritize tasks according to urgency.

Nice To Haves

• Strong mechanical knowledge and ability.

Responsibilities

• Assist OTR drivers with switching lanes, blocking, and navigating bridge crossings to help protect the driver, load, and other road users.
• Follow the company’s safe driving practices.
• Complete pre-trip vehicle safety inspections.
• Ensure needed materials, such as a spare tire and tools, are in stock and loaded into vehicles.
• Communicate and advise on traffic routing plans and control-point locations with the Mobilization Supervisor.
• Plan permitted routes, accounting for state and highway regulations that determine whether the escort driver leads or follows the oversized load.
• Coordinate with project managers, dispatch, and the OTR driver to ensure safe transport of oversized heavy equipment and accessories.
• Identify potential roadway obstacles, including low passes, narrow roads, and light-load-only streets.
• Assist with road repairs and service when required.
• Keep the company vehicle clean and orderly, inside and out.
• Represent Saiia positively to internal and external customers and vendors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $15–$19, commensurate with experience.
• Ongoing performance reviews and merit increases.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Choice of medical, dental, and vision insurance, with coverage for a spouse, domestic partner, and children.
• Diabetes management, telehealth coverage, and a prescription drug plan.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program.
• Group legal plan.