OCC System Controller

Skywest; St. George (VT); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Performance rewards and profit sharing

Health care (medical, dental, and vis​

Job summary

SkyWest in Utah is hiring OCC System Controllers to help run day-to-day operations of our regional airline. You will be trained to maintain schedule integrity, manage flights, crews and aircraft, and ensure safety and on-time performance.

The role requires weekend and shift work, strong communication and teamwork. FAA dispatcher cert or pilot license preferred; aviation experience helpful. Training starts in November 2026 at SkyWest Corporate Office in St. George, Utah.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to work weekends, holidays and shift work
• Strong 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Weather/aviation data reading

Education

FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate

FAA Pilot's License

Tools

Dispatch software

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.

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 andspam 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.