Transportation Industry
Transportation Industry Trends
The transportation sector is ripe with opportunities. Some of the best-paying skilled jobs in this industry don't require a bachelor's degree — and there are plenty of job openings.
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Aircraft Mechanic
Earnings potential up to $69
per hour
Jobs Available:
12,200+
If you’re fascinated by planes, here’s a job that will help you learn more about aircraft every day. Aircraft mechanics — also called aircraft
Auto Body Technician
Earnings potential up to $59
per hour
Jobs Available:
14,700+
These talented technicians are the magicians who diminish the memory of a fender bender and make a vehicle look better than it did before.
Auto Mechanic
Earnings potential up to $41
per hour
Jobs Available:
72,100+
More than 90% of American households own a vehicle, so it’s no surprise that the people who keep them running are in high demand.
Diesel Mechanic
Earnings potential up to $46
per hour
Jobs Available:
26,100+
Learn what a diesel mechanic or diesel technician does, how and where to get training, salary range and what it's like to do this job.
Truck Driver
Earnings potential up to $43
per hour
Jobs Available:
250,000+
If the open road inspires you and you don’t mind being alone, here’s a job to consider.
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Transportation Opportunities
375,100+
Transportation job openings each year
$56,000
Average annual salary for Transportation professionals
6%
Projected transportation job growth rate over the next 5 years
Industry News
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