{"ops":[{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Pilot Driver – Wide Load Escort | Full-Time"},{"insert":" "},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Latham Pool Products | Zephyrhills, FL | $19.29–$22.43/hr + Driver Incentive Bonus"},{"insert":"\n\n"},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"About Latham Pool Products"},{"insert":"\nLatham Pool Products is the leading swimming pool manufacturer in North America, Australia, and New Zealand. We're committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability — and to building a workplace where every team member can thrive and grow.\n\n"},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Position Summary"},{"insert":"\nAs a Pilot Driver, you'll escort wide-load, long-distance fiberglass swimming pool deliveries across state lines, ensuring every transport arrives safely and in compliance with DOT and state regulations. You'll work closely with CDL drivers via radio communication to monitor traffic, navigate obstacles, and keep every delivery on track.\n\n"},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Pay:"},{"insert":" $19.29–$22.43/hr based on experience "},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Bonus:"},{"insert":" Driver Incentive Bonus Program eligible "},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Location:"},{"insert":" Zephyrhills, FL (On-Site, daily facility check-in when not on overnight transport) "},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Job Type:"},{"insert":" Full-Time | Monday–Friday\n\n"},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Responsibilities"},{"insert":"\nSafely operate an assigned pilot/escort vehicle for wide-load pool deliveries"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Read and follow state permits to legally and safely escort CDL drivers to their destinations"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Communicate with CDL drivers via radio regarding traffic, road conditions, and obstacles"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Check weather and road reports before each departure; adjust driving to conditions"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Assist with securing loads prior to departure as needed"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Ensure full compliance with DOT regulations, state vehicle laws, and company policies — including proper use of lights, signs, flags, and fire extinguishers"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Report vehicle defects, accidents, inspection violations, near misses, injuries, or damage immediately to the Shipping Manager"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Maintain pilot vehicle cleanliness and upkeep (fuel, tire pressure, etc.)"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Complete all required training on time, including defensive driving certification"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Report to the Zephyrhills facility daily when not engaged in overnight transport"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Perform additional duties as assigned"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\n"},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Qualifications"},{"insert":"\nMust be 18 years of age or older"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Valid driver's license and all state-required certifications for pilot/escort drivers"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Minimum 1 year of pilot/escort or CDL driving experience "},{"attributes":{"italic":true},"insert":"(required)"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Must meet Latham Pool Products driving record criteria"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Ability to obtain and maintain required state certifications within 30 days of hire"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Must pass pre-employment drug screen and be subject to random drug testing"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Ability to travel overnight, sometimes multiple consecutive nights"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Ability to read, write, and communicate in English"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\n"},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Compensation & Benefits"},{"insert":"\n"},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Hourly rate:"},{"insert":" $19.29–$22.43 (based on experience and location)"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Driver Incentive Bonus Program"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Medical, dental, and vision insurance — eligible on day one"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"HSA and FSA plans available"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"401(k) with 50% company match up to 6%"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Paid Time Off — 3 to 5 weeks/year with weekly accruals starting day one"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"11 company-paid holidays — eligible on day one"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Life/AD&D insurance and short/long-term disability with buy-up options"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs"},{"attributes":{"list":"bullet"},"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\n"},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Job Type:"},{"insert":" Full-Time "},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Schedule:"},{"insert":" Monday–Friday | Overnight travel required "},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Industry:"},{"insert":" Manufacturing / Transportation & Logistics "},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Required Experience:"},{"insert":" 1 year pilot/escort or CDL driving "},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Required License:"},{"insert":" Valid state driver's license + pilot/escort certifications "},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Work Location:"},{"insert":" On-Site | Zephyrhills, FL\n"},{"attributes":{"italic":true},"insert":"Latham Pool Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status."},{"insert":"\n"}]}