Motor Transport Dispatcher

UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead Government Services seeks a Motor Transport Dispatcher to coordinate tactical and non-tactical vehicle fleets supporting SWFPAC and MCSFBn, ensuring timely movement of personnel and mission-critical equipment across the base and to secure areas.

The role emphasizes safety, DOT/Navy compliance, fleet maintenance tracking, and coordination with contractors for repairs, with oversight of a 65-vehicle GSA fleet.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• 1-2 years in a lead or 'Chief Dispatcher' role, managing complex schedules and multi-vehicle convoys.
• Knowledgeable of the Defense Transportation System (DTS) and the Federal Management Regulation (FMR) regarding government vehicle use.
• Completion of the Motor Vehicle Dispatcher Course or equivalent military PME.
• Obtain a Government Motor Vehicle Operator's Card (OF-346).
• CDL with HAZMAT or Passenger endorsements preferred or required for Lead roles.
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to understand, speak, read, and write English.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of employees, Government Representatives, and outside contacts.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment; able to work solo or in a team.
• Valid driver's license in the state of employment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily vehicle tasking and scheduling to support security patrols, convoy operations, and logistics transport for strategic assets.
• Oversee the Automated Dispatching System or logs to track mileage, fuel, and maintenance intervals.
• Serve as central point of contact for vehicle breakdowns, accidents, or emergency transport requests within the command area.
• Enforce DOT and Navy safety standards for vehicle operations, especially for HAZMAT transport.
• Manage GSA vehicle assets (65 vehicles) to meet mission requirements and ensure availability.
• Maintain electronic logs of assignments/check-outs/check-ins and review Pre-Operation Check documents.
• Verify drivers’ licenses for personnel checking out vehicles.
• Ensure accurate vehicle condition reporting and turn-in documentation.
• Coordinate repairs with facility designated by SWFPAC Security Transportation Manager; arrange drop-offs and pickups.
• Maintain rolling two-month maintenance/repair schedule and electronic logs of repairs.
• Submit a Monthly Motor Transport Mileage Report.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Team leadership

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Motor Vehicle Dispatcher Course

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Motor Transport Dispatcher (SWFPAC 2026-25320):

Bowhead seeks a Motor Transport Dispatcher to a serve as the coordinator for the tactical and non-tactical vehicle fleets supporting SWFPAC and MCSFBn. This role is critical for moving personnel and mission-essential equipment (including A&E) across the base and to high-security areas.

Please note, this position is contingent upon contract award. No third party applications or submissions will be considered.

Responsibilities

Essential functions will include:

• Responsible for daily vehicle tasking and scheduling to support security patrols, convoy operations, and logistics transport for strategic assets.

• Oversee the Automated Dispatching System (or manual logs) to track vehicle mileage, fuel consumption, and maintenance intervals.

• Serve as the central point of contact for vehicle breakdowns, accidents, or emergency transport requests within the command area.

• Enforce Department of Transportation (DOT) and Navy safety standards for vehicle operations, especially for hazardous material (HAZMAT) transport.

• Responsible for GSA vehicle assets assigned to MCSFBN (65 Total vehicles,composed of Vans, Pickup trucks, SUVs and Buses) to ensure availability in meeting mission requirements.

• Track the GSA vehicle fleet availability, maintain an electronic log ofassignments/check-outs/check-ins, and review Pre-Operation Check documents at check-out for maintenance and repair actions.

• Verify that MCSFBN personnel checking out the vehicles hold valid driver's licenses.

• Observe operators to ensure accurate turn in and issue documentation of vehiclecondition is accurately reported.

• Inspect vehicles upon check-in for damage (or when vehicle damage is reported); contact the SWFPAC Security Transportation Manager (Government TA) to authorizeturn-in the vehicle to BOSC Maintenance Shop for estimates and/or further repairs.

• Coordinate repairs with the Facility designated by the SWFPAC Security TransportationManager, arrange for vehicle drop-off and pick-up by (Contractor) personnel, and maintain an electronic log of repairs performed on vehicles.

• Maintain rolling two-month maintenance and repair schedule/report showing maintenance and repair actions.

• Track the GSA vehicle fleet mileage at check out, check in, and maintain an electronic log.

• Submit a Monthly Motor Transport Mileage Report.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent (GED)Minimum 1 year of experience in vehicle management, scheduling for utilization, preventative and corrective maintenance to ensure utilization requirements preferably within a military environment (Navy NEC 3531 or USMC MOS 3531 equivalent).

• 1-2 years in a lead or "Chief Dispatcher" role, managing complex schedules and multi-vehicle convoys.

• Knowledgeable of the Defense Transportation System (DTS) and the Federal Management Regulation (FMR) regarding government vehicle use.

• Completion of the Motor Vehicle Dispatcher Course or equivalent military PME.

• Obtain a Government Motor Vehicle Operator's Card (OF-346) for a variety of vehicle classes (M-Series trucks, SUVs, passenger vans).

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with HAZMAT or Passenger endorsements is often highly preferred or required for Lead roles.

• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.

• Ability to understand, speak, read, and write the English language.

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, Government Representative, and outside contacts.

• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.

• Valid driver's license in the state of employment