ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Route Planner Jobs Near Me

Central Ohio Transit Authority

Planner II

Columbus, OH · On-site

$74K - $87K/yr

Initiate and manage route performance studies, apply service design standards to develop and implement service adjustments, and author substantive sections of service change proposals and planning ...

New

Central Ohio Transit Authority

Planner II

Columbus, OH

$74K - $87K/yr

Initiate and manage route performance studies, apply service design standards to develop and implement service adjustments, and author substantive sections of service change proposals and planning ...

New

J. Boren & Sons Trucking

Logistics Planner

Columbus, OH · On-site

Load Planner Reports To: Director, Fleet Operations Location: 1700 Georgesville, Rd. Columbus, OH ... Analyze freight routes and develop strategies for route optimization and cost reduction. * Ensure ...

Stantec

Environmental Planner / Siting Lead

Columbus, OH · On-site

$77K - $111K/yr

Demonstrated experience with routing and siting projects, NEPA documents, or similar environmental assessment, planning and documentation. * Capable and confident technical writer. * An understanding ...

Stantec

Environmental Planner / Siting Lead

Columbus, OH · On-site

$101K - $146K/yr

Demonstrated experience with routing and siting projects, NEPA documents, or similar environmental assessment, planning and documentation. * Capable and confident technical writer. * An understanding ...

Schwans

Class B Route Driver

Columbus, OH · On-site

$54K - $56K/yr

Complete local daily route as planned to meet service expectations * Unload products, place product in the back room, and collect proof of delivery * Use handheld technology to complete daily work

SCHWAN'S

Class B Route Driver

Columbus, OH · On-site

$54K - $56K/yr

Complete local daily route as planned to meet service expectations * Unload products, place product in the back room, and collect proof of delivery * Use handheld technology to complete daily work

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsRoute Planner JobsRoute Planner Jobs Near Me

Route Planner information

See salary details

$33K

$69.6K

$113K

How much do route planner jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for route planner in the United States is $69,591.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $81,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are popular job titles related to Route Planner jobs?

For Route Planner jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:

What job categories do people searching Route Planner jobs look for?

The top searched job categories for Route Planner jobs are:

What cities are hiring for Route Planner jobs?

Cities with the most Route Planner job openings:

What states have the most Route Planner jobs?

States with the most job openings for Route Planner jobs include:

What are the most commonly searched types of Route Planner jobs?

The most popular types of Route Planner jobs are:

Who are the top companies hiring for Route Planner jobs?

The top 10 employers for Route Planner jobs are:

Route Planner jobs near you
A map of the United States highlighting the number of Route Planner job openings by state according to ZipRecruiter. The image is accompanied by a detailed chart listing the number of Route Planner job openings in each state, with California having the most at 2 and Hawaii the least at 0.

Planner II

Central Ohio Transit Authority

Columbus, OH • On-site

$74K - $87K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Posted 2 days ago

New

Central Ohio Transit Authority rating

9.5

Company rating: 9.5 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

15th of 851 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

SALARY: $74,027.20 - $87,089.60
LOCATION: 33 N. High St. Columbus, OH 43215
BENEFITS:
  • Medical, Vision, Dental, Supplemental and Life Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Discounts
  • COTA Bus Pass
  • Wellness Initiatives
  • On-Site Chair Massage
  • On-Site Health Coach
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Student Loan Repayment Program
  • Public Pension through OPERS & Ohio Deferred Compensation

POSITION SUMMARY:
COTA's Planner II performs advanced professional transit planning work by independently leading route analyses, service design, technical studies, and interdepartmental coordination. This role serves as a subject matter expert in data analysis, GIS, and operational feasibility, and supports the development of system-wide planning initiatives, including corridor studies, Title VI analyses, and service standards.
Performs duties that advance COTA's Strategic Plan and reflect the organization's core values of safety, empowerment, accountability, teamwork, and service, and support the mission of Moving Every Life Forward.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
  • Lead complex data collection efforts and independently conduct advanced analyses of APC, farebox, on board, and demographic datasets; produce actionable monthly and annual reports with clear recommendations.
  • Initiate and manage route performance studies, apply service design standards to develop and implement service adjustments, and author substantive sections of service change proposals and planning documents.
  • Design and oversee surveys and field programs; analyze survey results, perform statistical summaries, and integrate demographic and equity data into Title VI analyses and service decisions.
  • Serve as primary point of contact for assigned routes: resolve operational questions, prepare customer responses and public materials, and represent Planning in stakeholder meetings and interagency coordination.
  • Coordinate and lead cross-department planning for temporary and event services, manage schedules and resource needs, and produce professional outreach and service change materials.
  • Conduct comparative research on transit practices, prepare peer reviews, and present findings to planning leadership to support policy and operational decisions.
  • Facilitates public meetings, stakeholder sessions, and interagency working groups, representing the Planning Division and communicating technical concepts clearly.
  • Performs advanced geospatial analyses including accessibility modeling, network analysis, service coverage assessments, and GIS scripting or automation (preferred).
  • Assists on special projects including initiatives such as Bus Stop Service Improvement Project, Bus Stop Inventory, GIS data management and special event planning; manages collection of data, preparation of text and graphics, and coordinates with Marketing, Customer Experience and Government Affairs departments to create external facing materials, Title VI analysis, and other miscellaneous initiatives;
  • Responsible for assigned sections in the Short-Range and Long-Range Transit plans including writing text and creation of maps and other graphics, and preparing information for and writing grants for project funding;
  • Performs other duties as assigned; and
  • Regular, predictable and punctual attendance required.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
  • Requires a Bachelor's degree in city and regional planning, transportation, geography, or a closely related field, and three-five (3-5) years' experience in transit, transportation planning, GIS, or data analysis. Master's degree in city and regional planning, urban planning, geography, business, or other related fields preferred. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience in planning, business or public administration will also be considered.

COTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on job needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

What Central Ohio Transit Authority employees say

Pay

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Apply