If you’re interested in a career in transportation, or in finding a new career in the field, the tides of the industry are on your side. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), jobs that fall under the category of “transportation and material moving” are projected to grow through the year 2024, adding hundreds of thousands of jobs.
Jobs in transportation can fall under many umbrellas. Check out the most thriving jobs in the field and see if one might be a good fit for you.
Aircraft Quality Control Inspector
Airfield Operations Specialist
Airfield Operations Supervisor
Airport Grounds Operations Worker
General Transportation Director
Over the Road Driver (OTR Driver)
Street Cleaning Equipment Operator
Transportation Facility Representative
Transportation Mobility Manager
According to BLS, the median annual wage for transportation occupations was $30,730 in 2016.
Education requirements differ for professions within the transportation field—many ask for no formal education or a high school diploma, while some require a post-secondary degree.
This is a varied fields with lots of opportunity nationwide—do some searching to find the perfect position for your career goals!
