Motor Transport Dispatcher Lead

UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies seeks a Motor Transport Dispatcher Lead in Bremerton to coordinate tactical and non-tactical vehicle fleets, ensuring mission readiness and compliance with DOT/Navy safety standards.

You will supervise dispatchers, track mileage and maintenance, and manage GSA assets (65 vehicles) for SWFPAC and MCSFBN operations, including hazardous material handling when required.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent (GED) with 1 year of vehicle management experience, preferably in 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily vehicle tasking and scheduling to support security patrols, convoy operations, and logistics transport for strategic assets.
• Supervise a team of dispatchers and drivers; ensure all vehicles are mission-ready and operators are licensed.
• Oversee the Automated Dispatching System or logs to track mileage, fuel, and maintenance intervals.
• Serve as the central contact for vehicle breakdowns, accidents, or emergency transport requests.
• Enforce DOT and Navy safety standards, especially for hazardous material transport.
• Manage 65 GSA vehicles (Vans, pickups, SUVs, buses) for mission requirements.
• Maintain electronic logs of assignments, check-outs, and repairs; verify licenses.
• Coordinate repairs and maintenance with SWFPAC and coordinate contractor logistics.

Skills

Leadership

DOT standards

HAZMAT handling

MS Office

Driver’s license

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Automated Dispatching System

Vehicle maintenance logs

Job description

Overview

Motor Transport Dispatcher Lead (SWFPAC 2026-25319): Bowhead seeks a Motor Transport Dispatcher Lead to serve as the primary 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily vehicle tasking and scheduling to support security patrols, convoy operations, and logistics transport for strategic assets.
• Supervise a team of dispatchers and drivers; ensure all vehicles are mission-ready and operators are properly licensed.
• 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.
• Manage GSA vehicle assets assigned to MCSFBN (65 Total vehicles, composed of Vans, Pickup trucks, SUVs and Buses) to ensure availability in meeting mission requirements.
• Manage and track the GSA vehicle fleet availability, maintain an electronic log of assignments/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 vehicle condition 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 authorize turn-in the vehicle to BOSC Maintenance Shop for estimates and/or further repairs.
• Coordinate repairs with the Facility designated by the SWFPAC Security Transportation Manager, 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.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities.
• Monitor/provide effective performance feedback through employee recognition, coaching, and disciplinary action.
• Ensures flow of communication from upper management to employees and vice versa.

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 with an acceptable driving record.

This is a SCA position and the targeted hourly rate is $27.85 hourly.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged period amounts of time.
• Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically.
• High noise levels are common as is the potential exposure to heat/cold, noise, dusts, mist, and/or fumes.

Security Requirements:

Must be able to maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC's Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status EOE/D/V. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and subject to other state and federal requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity posters here.

UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, 401(k) retirement plans, paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees, 401(k) retirement plans for part-time employees, state or contract required paid time off programs.

ID 2026-25319

Category Logistics & Transportation

Location : Location US-WA-Bremerton

SCA Hourly Rate USD $27.85/Hr.

Min USD $27.85/Hr.

Max USD $27.85/Hr.

Minimum Clearance Required Secret

Travel Requirement N/A