Escort Driver Job at Carter Lumber, Chesapeake, VA

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  • Carter Lumber
  • Chesapeake, VA

Job Description

A Kempsville Building Materials (a division of Carter Lumber) Escort Driver works in conjunction with the driver of an oversized truckload to make sure the truck reaches its destination safely. The Escort Driver travels in front of or behind the truck in a separate vehicle, warning the public if there are traffic changes or obstacles due to the truckload. They also warn the truck if there is anything up ahead that can interfere with its safe passage.  A strong belief in the mission and goals of the company are necessary to this position.

Requirements:

  • Must have a valid driver’s license.
  • Familiar with Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
  • Clean driving record.
  • Successfully pass required pre-employment screening.
  • Possess good communication skills.
  • Completion of Escort Certification class.

Responsibilities:

Driver Communication:

  • The person driving the car will be able to communicate via CB radio with the truck driver. This allows the escort car driver to tell the trucker if there are accidents, traffic backups, or any other situations requiring attention. Complies with all highway rules and regulations.

Safety Maintenance:

  • Ensures the safe operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements.  Determines condition of vehicle by inspecting vehicle before and after use, logging inspection and reports defects or safety issues to the dispatcher immediately. 

Benefits (full-time employees)  

  • Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment 
  • Short and Long-Term Disability 
  • Company-paid life insurance and AD&D 
  • Optional supplemental life insurance 
  • Company-match 401(k) 
  • Vacation time and paid holidays 
  • Vendor incentives 
  • Room for growth; we promote from within! 
  • Military encouraged to apply!

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Immediate start,

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