OCC System Controller

Skywest United Express; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Performance rewards

Health care

Travel privileges

Job summary

SkyWest is seeking OCC System Controllers to manage day-to-day operations and ensure on-time performance. You will be trained to oversee flight schedules, communicate with dispatch and crews, and implement contingency plans for irregular operations.

The role requires flexibility for weekends, holidays and shift work, with a focus on safety, regulatory compliance, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment at SkyWest offices in St. George, UT.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate or FAA Pilot’s License preferred, aviation experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement schedule integrity and daily operation of SkyWest flights to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Cancel and delay flights, reflow crews and aircraft to optimize efficiency and passenger convenience.
• Maintain awareness of weather, ATC and other factors impacting regional flights.
• Communicate changes with dispatchers, flight crew and station personnel.
• Develop contingency and recovery plans during irregular operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate

FAA Pilots License

Job description

About SkyWest

SkyWest is hiring OCC System Controllers and is looking for someone who loves to be challenged and has a drive to learn. You will be trained on how to run the day to day operations of the largest regional airline. You, along with the rest of the team, will be assisting millions of passengers to arrive at their destination safely and on-time.

About SkyWest

SkyWest employees enjoy a distinctive and unmatched culture of teamwork, respect, quality and professionalism, along with world-class benefits such as:

• 401(k) match
• Performance Rewards and Profit Sharing
• Health care (medical, dental, and vision)
• Discounted and standby travel privileges worldwide for you and your family with all four of our major partners (Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, United Airlines)

Primary Job Duties

• Responsible for schedule integrity and daily operation of SkyWest Airlines flights to ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and consideration of economic factors
• Cancels and delays flights, reflows crews and aircraft as necessary to achieve a high level of efficiency, economics, and passenger convenience
• Maintains a constant awareness of weather, air traffic control, and other factors impacting flights in their region of operation
• Communicates with the appropriate dispatcher regarding changes that affect the release of any flight
• Communicates with flight crew and station personnel regarding changes to aircraft assignment
• Develops contingency and recovery plans during irregular operations

Minimum Requirements

• Must be willing to work weekends, holidays and shift work with possible early morning, late night or graveyard shifts
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
• This is an hourly position with an annual equivalent pay of $56,638.40
• FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate, FAA Pilots License, or experience in an aviation related field preferred
• Airline experience preferred
• Must be able to read, interpret, and apply aviation weather to the operation
• Experience in a supervisory or training role preferred

Physical And Other Requirements

• Training for those selected for this position will begin in November 2026.
• Please monitor your email and spam folder for additional instructions.
• This is a Department of Transportation Safety Sensitive position.
• This is NOT a remote position. All shifts are worked at the SkyWest Corporate Office in St. George, Utah. You must be willing to relocate at your expense.