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Transportation & Logistics
Move people and materials.
8 careers$54,163 median payHigh AI risk
📋 What You'll Do
- •Operate vehicles and transportation equipment
- •Load, unload, and secure cargo
- •Plan and optimize delivery routes
- •Maintain vehicles and equipment
- •Track shipments and manage logistics
- •Ensure safety and regulatory compliance
🎓 Education & Training
Typical Path
High school diploma plus licensing/training
Time Investment
Weeks to months for licensing, ongoing training
Common Credentials
- • Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- • Hazmat endorsement
- • Forklift certification
👤 Who This Is For
Good fit if you:
- ✓Those who enjoy driving and travel
- ✓People seeking independence on the road
- ✓Individuals looking for quick career entry
- ✓Those comfortable with physical work
Not ideal if you:
- ✗Those who want to be home every night
- ✗People uncomfortable with long hours sitting
About Transportation & Logistics Careers
Transportation and logistics careers move people and goods across local streets and global supply chains. From truck drivers delivering products to logistics analysts optimizing routes, these professionals keep commerce flowing.
This essential field offers opportunities at every education level with growing demand for skilled workers.
Core Skills Needed
Vehicle operation and safetyNavigation and route planningPhysical stamina for loading/unloadingTime management and punctualityProblem-solving and adaptabilityDocumentation and record-keepingCustomer service
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| Career | Category | Median Pay | Training | AI Resilience | Find Jobs |
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Air Transportation Workers5 specializations | Transportation | $124,923 | 2-4yr | 🟡AI-Augmented | |
Rail Transportation Workers6 specializations | Transportation | $72,270 | 6-24mo | 🟠In Transition | |
Water Transportation Workers4 specializations | Transportation | $71,980 | 6-24mo | 🟡AI-Augmented | |
Transportation Supervisors6 specializations | Transportation | $60,495 | 6-24mo | 🔴High Disruption Risk | |
Motor Vehicle Operators9 specializations | Transportation | $47,831 | 6-24mo | 🟠In Transition | |
Other Transportation Workers10 specializations | Transportation | $46,998 | 6-24mo | 🟡AI-Augmented | |
Transportation Workers2 specializations | Transportation | $46,211 | 6-24mo | 🔴High Disruption Risk | |
Material Moving Workers15 specializations | Transportation | $37,831 | 6-24mo | 🟡AI-Augmented |
Air Transportation Workers5 specializations
Transportation2 to 4 years•🟡AI-Augmented
Rail Transportation Workers6 specializations
Transportation6 months to 2 years•🟠In Transition
Water Transportation Workers4 specializations
Transportation6 months to 2 years•🟡AI-Augmented
Transportation Supervisors6 specializations
Transportation6 months to 2 years•🔴High Disruption Risk
Motor Vehicle Operators9 specializations
Transportation6 months to 2 years•🟠In Transition
Other Transportation Workers10 specializations
Transportation6 months to 2 years•🟡AI-Augmented
Transportation Workers2 specializations
Transportation6 months to 2 years•🔴High Disruption Risk
Material Moving Workers15 specializations
Transportation6 months to 2 years•🟡AI-Augmented