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This group performs some or all of the following duties:

• Review schedule requisitions, passenger counts and cargo, running times, distances, personnel availability and other pertinent information to establish schedule parameters
• Design new or modify existing schedules using computer software or other methods
• Incorporate into route plan factors such as peak travel periods, holidays, special events and construction with emphasis on time and cost efficiency
• Assign personnel to equipment and routes and schedule work shifts
• Compile equipment and personnel records, including hours in service, distances, maintenance, repairs required and other data, to produce operating reports
• May prepare user guides and other public service information.

• Completion of secondary school is required.
• Several years of experience in an appropriate transportation sector are usually required.
• On-the-job training may be provided.

• Mobility between occupations in this group is limited due to the requirement of specific transportation sector experience.
• Progression to supervisory positions is possible with experience.

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