Transport jobs

There is a wide variety of work that may be done in the transportation industry, from flying airplanes to working as a yardmaster. Those who are interested in working in the transportation industry may choose from a wide variety of positions, including those in which they are responsible for trip planning, the movement of materials, or the transportation of either people or commodities.

Consider the following when you research potential careers in the areas of transportation and material moving: job titles, career alternatives, in-demand employment, and compensation information.

Jobs in the Transportation Industry

Transportation vocations include employment in sectors that move people and freight through aircraft, train, bus, boat, transit system, and other means of private and public transportation. Examples of these industries include air travel, rail travel, bus travel, boat travel, and transit systems. Jobs in the transportation industry may also entail providing transportation for sightseeing and scenic tours.

In addition to jobs directly related to transporting people and things, the transportation and material movement business also includes support roles. As an illustration, travel and tour firms that book transportation and logistics employees who manage transportation are both examples of businesses that fall within the umbrella of the transportation sector. Also included in this category are those who provide mechanical assistance, such as employees in maintenance and repair, automobile mechanics, and automotive service technicians.

Are you just starting out in the process of looking for work in the transportation industry? It is beneficial to get acquainted with the many job titles and vocations that are associated with the transportation industry. You may also use this list to persuade your employer to adjust your job title so that it better reflects the duties you are responsible for.

Wages and salaries in the transportation industry

In May 2019, the median annual salary for jobs related to transportation and material movement was $32,440, which is lower than the median annual wage for all occupations, which was $39,810 in May 2019.

1 The highest end of the compensation range for air traffic controllers was $122,990 per year, which was the median wage for the position.

2 Airline pilots had the second highest median annual compensation, coming in at $121,430. This made them the second best paid profession overall.

3. Railroad personnel, on the other hand, had a median pay of $65,020, making them the third highest earners in the BLS list of transportation occupations. This is approximately half the median wage of air traffic controllers and airline pilots.

4 The hand laborer and materials mover position had the lowest median annual compensation, coming in at $28,710.5 dollars.

Education Requirements for Work in the Transportation Industry

Jobs in the transportation industry do not normally need for a significant amount of extra education. After completing on-the-job training or a certification program, high school graduates have access to a wide variety of employment opportunities.

The only exceptions to this rule are airline pilots and those who oversee air traffic. Although airline pilots are required to have a bachelor's degree, air traffic controllers are only required to have an associate degree.

Common Job Titles in the Transportation Industry

In the transportation business, "driver," "mover," and "logistics people" are three of the most prevalent job titles, and they are also among the most in-demand. The Occupational Outlook Handbook, which may be found on the website of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, has further details on each job title.

Truck Driver

Goods are moved from one location to another with the help of truck drivers. Products are often transported from a production site to a retail or distribution location by these individuals. They are required to have understanding of mechanics in addition to the ability to control their vehicle.

In addition to this, they are need to be able to finish their drive within the allotted period of time. Truck drivers are required to spend a significant amount of time away from home and often spend their shifts driving alone. They need to be able to adapt well to the unpredictable schedule as well as the physical requirements of the work.

CDL Driver

Delivery Drivers

Delivery Helper

Truck Driver

The Supervisor of Truck Drivers

Driver for the Public Transportation System or Bus

Bus drivers might be employed by the public transportation system, a commercial company, or even a private customer (if they drive a city bus). They go along a predetermined path, picking up and letting off customers as they go and arriving at their destinations at the allotted times. Because bus drivers often engage in conversation with passengers, in contrast to truck drivers, they are required to possess excellent customer service abilities.

Bus Driver

Inspector for the Public Transportation System

Driver of Routes

Route Supervisor

Scheduler

Conductor of a Streetcar

Conductor of Subway System

Van Driver

Chauffeurs, Taxi Drivers, and Drivers All Together

People are transported to and from their locations by those who work in taxis and as chauffeurs. They are need to have excellent driving skills and an intimate familiarity with the region through which they will be traveling. In most cases, they are required to go through some kind of training, although educational prerequisites are unusually imposed. Jobs as a taxi driver or chauffeur demand excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Chauffeur de taxi

Chauffeur

Courier

Dispatcher

Driver

The position of Driver and Sales Representative

Driver / Sales Workers

Fleet Coordinator

Fleet Manager

Operator of the Shuttle Car

Taxi Driver

Transporter of Goods

Hand workers and material movers are responsible for moving items such as freight and merchandise. They might fetch items from lorries or unload them from vehicles. They could also pack or package the items, or they might clean the equipment used for shipment. Although a formal degree is not normally required, material movers often get some training and are expected to have both the physical endurance and strength necessary for the job.

Expeditor

Forklift Operator

Logistician

The Manager of Materials Control

Materials Handler

Supervisor of Material Handling Operations

Materials Planner

Package Handler

Packaging Engineer

The Scheduler of Production

Collectors of Garbage and of Materials to Be Recycled

Operations Regarding Distribution and Warehousing

The successful movement of the majority of freight is contingent on the efficient functioning of substantial distribution centers and warehouses. These bustling hubs need a combination of white-collar and blue-collar staff to guarantee that freight is handled in accordance with the timetables that have been set for its conveyance.

Manager of the Distribution Center

Director of Distributional Operations

The Manager of Distribution

Equipment Director

Estimating Manager

Estimator

The Analyst of Inventory Control

Clerk of the Inventory Control System

The Manager of Inventory Control

Supervisor of the Inventory Control System

The Manager of Operations

Security for Business Operations

Clerk in Charge of Shipping and Receiving

Supervisor of Shipping and Receiving Operations

Chief Executive Officer of Distribution

Chief Executive Officer of Inventory Control

Logistics of Travel, as well as Traffic and Transportation

Analysts of traffic and transportation logistics, along with other workers involved in the process, are responsible for coordinating every aspect of moving people or goods between their locations of origin and destination.

Supervisor of Imports and Exports

Manager of Imports and Exports

Import/Export Supervisor

The Analyst of Logistics

The Coordinator of Logistics

The Manager of Logistics

Authorized Specialist in Logistics

The Clerk of Traffic

The Director of Traffic

The Manager of Traffic

Analyst of Traffic and Rates

The Supervisor of Traffic

Analyst of Transportation Systems

Transportation Attendant

Brokerage of Transportation

The Director of Transportation

Inspector of Transportation Services

The Manager of Transportation

The Planner of Transportation

The Supervisor of Transportation

Travel Coordinator

Travel Manager

Worker in the Water Transportation Industry

Workers in the water transportation industry are responsible for a wide array of activities. They are responsible for the operation and/or maintenance of vessels that move passengers or freight across bodies of water. Within the general category of "water transportation worker," there are numerous particular job titles that may be found, such as merchant mariner, captain (or master), mate (or deck officer), pilot, sailor, ship engineer, marine oiler, and many more.

Although there are no educational requirements for entry-level oilers and sailors, particular credentials are often required for higher-level employment (such as engineers and officers).

Captain

Crew

Officer of the Deck

Deckhand

Inspector of Cargo Transport at Sea

Marine Oiler

Marine Operator

Merchant Mariners

Motorboat Operator

Pilot

Sailor

The operator of Water Transportation Systems

Workers in the Air Transportation Industry

Agents that handle cargo and freight, pilots and flight engineers, aircraft mechanics and repair technicians, cargo and freight agents, reservation and transit ticket agents, and travel clerks are all employed by this sector. The following are some examples of job titles in the aviation industry:

Controllers of the Air Traffic

Aircraft Pilot

Crew Member in Charge of Airport Operations

Flight Attendant

Engineer of the Flight

The Instructor of Flight

Staff in Charge of Gate Operations

Helicopter Pilot

Employees of the Railroad and Transportation Companies

In 2019, there were around 77,700 people employed in the railroad industry in the United States. These jobs often demand a graduation from an accredited high school in addition to intensive training on the job. 6

Conductor

Engineer

Engineer in Charge of Locomotives

Repairer of Rail Vehicles

Engineer of the Rail Yard

Railroad Brake Operator

Conductor de Chemin de Fer

Employee of a Railroad Yard

Member of the Train Crew

Conductor of Trains

Yardmaster