Hedlesky's previous ARCA starts came behind the wheel of cars fielded by legendary team owner, Junie Donlavey.
He initially started spotting part time while continuing to race in ARCA, when the two series' schedules did not conflict with each other.
He was swapped with Kenseth's previous spotter Chris Osborne after the surprise retirement of Edwards and the promotion of Daniel Suarez to the 19 car in the Monster Energy Cup Series.
The duo of Osborne and Suarez had previously worked together in the Xfinity Series, winning the 2016 championship.
Hedlesky lost his job with JGR after Erik Jones and his spotter Rick Carelli moved over together from Furniture Row Racing to the No.