Transit Dispatcher I: Schedule Master & Radio Controller

Mass Transit Mag; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass Transit Mag is seeking a Dispatcher who reports to the Operations Control Manager. The role focuses on maintaining scheduled and unscheduled service, evaluating emergencies, and supervising bus operators in coordination with transportation supervisors.

The dispatcher will also assign work within the labor agreement and may serve as Radio Controller as required. The position requires developing daily dispatch plans and ensuring high service reliability, with attention to safety and

Qualifications

• Experience in bus dispatching or operations coordination.
• Ability to interpret and apply labor agreement terms.
• Strong communication and coordination with field supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Develops a daily dispatch plan based on equipment and operator availability.
• Maintains scheduled and unscheduled service with focus on efficiency and minimal overtime.
• Interprets labor agreement for extra board scheduling and work assignments.
• Provides radio contact for bus transportation supervisors and dispatches as needed.
• Verifies timing, vehicle/operator supplies, schedules, and licenses.

Skills

Dispatch planning

Labor agreement knowledge

Radio coordination

Customer service

Scheduling

Job description

Mass Transit Mag is seeking a Dispatcher who reports to the Operations Control Manager. The role focuses on maintaining scheduled and unscheduled service, evaluating emergencies, and supervising bus operators in coordination with transportation supervisors.

The dispatcher will also assign work within the labor agreement and may serve as Radio Controller as required. The position requires developing daily dispatch plans and ensuring high service reliability, with attention to safety and