Pilot Car Driver J&D Logistics Solutions LLC Indianapolis, IN Job Details Full-time $38 an hour 9 hours ago Benefits Paid training Pet rider program Safety equipment provided Referral program Qualifications Route driving Heavy haul Driver's License Driving Mobile devices Full Job Description
URGENTLY HIRING
— Pilot Car Driver (Independent Contractor) Oversized / Heavy-Haul Escort Must live in or within 45 minutes of Indianapolis, IN Overview J&D Logistics Solutions is urgently hiring Pilot Car Drivers to escort oversized and heavy-haul semi loads. You run with the permitted load, keep the move legal and safe, and stay in constant contact with the truck and dispatch. This is an independent contractor role using your own vehicle. We provide the pilot-car signs CB and related escort equipment. No CDL required. Entry level accepted. After a first-week trial, work is consistent. Pay starts at $38/hr with room to grow. You must be willing to start immediately after a successful interview — typically within 2-3 days. We run background checks. Schedule Sunrise to sundown on scheduled days. You must be available the full day on days you are booked. This is not a split-shift or "run one short trip and go home" job. Responsibilities Escort oversized or heavy-haul loads on designated routes and follow all traffic laws, permit conditions, and safety standards Drive your own insured passenger car or pickup (13 years or newer) Use the signs and equipment we provide Navigate with GPS and adjust for construction, weather, and road conditions Stay in real-time contact with the semi driver, other pilots, traffic control, and dispatch by phone Watch clearances, flag hazards, and help the load through tight spots, turns, and traffic Represent the company professionally on the road Must have Live in or within 45 minutes of Indianapolis, IN Valid driver's license and clean driving record Pass a background check Reliable, insured personal vehicle, model year 13 years or newer Vehicle in presentable, road-ready condition — it does not need to be fancy, but it cannot be a rust bucket or a breakdown waiting to happen Working smartphone Great communication skills and a great attitude Must enjoy being on the road Available all day on scheduled days (sunrise to sundown) Willing to start immediately after interview (2-3 days) Ready to work ASAP Preferred / plus Route, shuttle, freight, or escort experience Comfort with GPS and coordinating with a truck and dispatch Not required CDL Prior pilot-car experience (entry level accepted) Pay and terms Independent contractor. Own vehicle. We supply signs and escort equipment. Starts at $38/hr. Consistent work after a successful first-week trial. Opportunities to take on more runs and grow with us. How to apply Email resume and work experience to In the email include: Where you live (must be within 30 minutes of Indianapolis) Year/make/model of your vehicle and that it is insured Earliest start date Questions are welcome in the same email.
Pay:
$38.00 per hour Expected hours: 30.0 - 45.0 per week
Benefits:
Paid training Pet rider program Referral program Safety equipment provided