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The Transportation industry is a category of companies that provide services to move people or goods, as well as transportation infrastructure. The Transportation industry consists of several industries including air freight and logistics, airlines, marine, road and rail, and transportation infrastructure. These industries are further broken down into the sub-industries air freight and logistics, airlines, marine, railroads, trucking, airport services, highways and rail tracks, and marine ports and services. In 2020, the Transportation industry was estimated at $1.7 trillion. Major companies include UPS, FedEx, XPO Logistics, and J.B. Hunt Transport Services.

What are common job types in the Transportation industry?

CDL Driver - CDL Drivers transport finished goods and raw materials over land to and from manufacturing plants or retail and distribution centers. They inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance.

Forklift Operator - Forklift Operators are responsible for operating and managing industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks, into railroad cars or trucks or storage facilities.

Industrial Multi-Skilled Technician - Industrial Multi-Skilled Technicians assist other maintenance technicians in the repair and maintenance of equipment.

Manufacturing Maintenance Technician - Manufacturing Maintenance Technicians are skilled mechanics that install, repair and maintain industrial machinery. They usually work in manufacturing plants or small factories where they ensure the smooth running of in-house production equipment.

Distribution Center Manager - Distribution Center Managers manage daily activities of a centralized distribution center. They monitor inventory levels to manage expenses, minimize loss, and maximize revenue.

Electro-Mechanical Technician - Electro-Mechanical Technicians install, repair, upgrade, and test electronic and computer-controlled mechanical systems.

Electronic Test Technician - Electronic Test Technicians perform routine calibration tests of meters, performs routine electrical tests of material, and assists in testing more complex electric instruments and equipment; tests electric meters, control and protective relays, instruments, transformers, and other equipment.

What are the highest paying Transportation jobs?

Distribution Center Managers and CDL Drivers are one of the highest paying jobs in the Transportation industry. Distribution Center Managers earn on average about $70K per year, while CDL Drivers earn $60K per year, on average.

What Transportation jobs are in demand?

CDL Drivers and Forklift Operators are in high demand in the Transportation industry, due to high growth in the industry over the past several years and due to the revitalization of the supply chain after the events of 2020.

Why should one start a career in the Transportation industry?

Employment of Transportation industry occupations is projected to grow 4 percent from 2018 to 2028. The Transportation industry is an essential industry, offering job security and stability. In addition, a career in the Transportation industry offers many entry-level opportunities, and one can advance fairly quickly within the industry.


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Mechanic


Job Ref: # EB-6818500563
Date Posted: 7/17/2024 8:00:00 AM
City, State: Woodinville, WA
Category: Transportation
Salary: $25 - $32

Description

Position Details:
Title: Marine Service Technician Mechanic (Level I)
Location: Woodinville, WA
Shift: 7:30am – 4:30pm, Monday - Friday
Compensation: $25-32/hr + Overtime (Average 15-20% overtime, yearly)
Benefits: Health and dental insurance for employee, 10 paid holidays, 2 weeks of vacation, 401k matching up to 3%, training provided, temporary and permanent visa support
Travel: Up to 30% overnight travel
Vaccine Requirement: No
Valid and current passport: Needed
Position Description:
The Marine Service Technician Mechanic (Level I1) performs routine mechanical maintenance, repair, troubleshooting and assembly to include hydraulic systems and components. The Marine Service Technician will work in a dynamic work environment, learn new skills such as machining and applying marine grade paint schemes. In this position, expect to build and repair hydraulic units. The company will provide initial and continuous on-site and classroom training. Must provide own basic tools and must be able to travel nationally and internationally; a current up to date passport is required. This position averages 15-20% overtime yearly and must be willing to work any additional overtime hours.
Requirements:
• 1+ years of mechanical experience; automotive or marine(preferred) industrial mechanical experience with engines.
• Experience in completing service reports for shop and field service.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must have current, up to date passport.
• Ability to work aboard vessels and in confined locations.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Ability to work unsupervised at off-site locations.
• Willing to learn new skills, to include: marine grade painting, grinding; waterjet repair; hydraulic unit building and repair.
• Willing to traveling to off-site national and international service locations.
• Computer proficiency (MS Office-Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Must be US citizen.



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Mechanic


Job Ref: # EB-1574102832
Date Posted: 7/15/2024 2:52:00 PM
City, State: Zelienople, PA
Category: Transportation
Salary: $27 - $30

Description

Position Details:
Title: Mechanic
Location: Zelienople, PA
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am-4:30pm with possible OT
Compensation: ~$27/hr - $30/hr +$2,000 hiring bonus
Position Description: The Mechanic is a highly skilled professional responsible for overseeing and performing advanced maintenance, repair and diagnostic tasks. Their expertise extends beyond repairs and maintenance and often involves complex troubleshooting and problem-solving. Some other specific responsibilities include:
• Utilize advanced diagnostic computer equipment/software in the analysis, diagnosis and repair to identify and troubleshoot complex issues. Analyze symptoms, conduct tests, and interpret diagnostic codes to determine the root cause of problems.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to others to ensure work is performed efficiently and accurately.
• Develop strategies to address challenges and ensure efficient and effective repairs.
• Adhere to safety regulations and ensure that all repairs and maintenance activities are performed in compliance with industry standards and manufacturer specifications.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, services, and diagnostic findings. Prepare reports, including cost estimates, parts needed, and repair timelines. Communicate findings and recommendations to customers and management.
• Responsible for maintaining and calibrating tools, equipment, and diagnostic devices to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Position Requirements: Top candidates will have a strong mechanical background in diagnosing parts and equipment to determine the level of repair needed. This site will conduct some repairs but will also send off for further repair if necessary so you will be asked to make this diagnosis for each part. These are light and heavy-duty vehicle parts so a strong knowledge and hands-on experience around that type of equipment is a must. Transmissions, drivetrain, and steering gears are some of the primary parts you will need experience with.



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Maintenance Mechanic


Job Ref: # EB-2550473450
Date Posted: 6/24/2024 2:40:03 PM
City, State: High Point, NC
Category: Transportation
Salary: $22 - $38

Description

Position Details:
Title: Maintenance Mechanic
Location: High Point, NC
Shift: Openings 2nd and 3rd shifts! (1st, 6a-2p / 2nd 3:30p-12a / 3rd 9p-5:30a) M-F schedule & two Saturdays per month.
Compensation: $21.94-$33.06 for non-journeypersons and $25.66-$38.37 for journeypersons – depending on qualifications and experience! There is also a shift premium for second and third-shift employees at 7.5%! 45-hr weeks, OT after 8 hours!
Benefits: Comprehensive package to include 401k with company match (75% of employee contribution up to 8%), retirement pension, full coverage benefit options, paid vacation (up to 5 weeks), short and long-term disability, holidays, employee assistance program, health and wellness program, gym discounts, tuition assistance, onsite medical center with discounts on services and medication.
Travel: There is no outside travel associated with this position.

Position Description:
As a Maintenance Mechanic, you will perform work involving the skills of two or more maintenance or craft occupations to keep machines, mechanical equipment, or the structure of an establishment in repair. Duties may involve pipe fitting; insulating; welding; machining; carpentry; repairing electrical or mechanical equipment; installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment; and repairing buildings, floors, or stairs.
• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production.
• Analyze test results, machine error messages, and information obtained from operators to diagnose equipment problems.
• Clean, lubricate, and adjust parts, equipment, and machinery.
• Disassemble machinery and equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
• Repair or replace defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools and reassemble equipment.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.
• Inspect drives, motors, and belts, check fluid levels, replace filters, and perform other maintenance actions, following checklists.
• Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.
• Examine parts for defects such as breakage and excessive wear.
• Observe and test the operation of machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using voltmeters and other testing devices.
• Operate newly repaired machinery and equipment to verify the adequacy of repairs.
• Reassemble equipment after completion of inspections, testing, or repairs.
• Repair and maintain the operating conditions of industrial production and processing machinery and equipment.
• Repair and replace broken or malfunctioning components of machinery and equipment.
• Study blueprints and manufacturers' manuals to determine the correct installation and operation of machinery.
• Assemble, install and/or repair wiring, electrical and electronic components, pipe systems and plumbing, machinery, and equipment.
• Inspect used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements, using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Perform all duties to the prescribed standard.

Requirements:
The ideal candidate for this role will have previous work-related skills, knowledge, and experience as well as formalized training in their respective field and a willingness to work cross-functionally with multiple skilled trades personnel, production personnel, and management. You should have a strong knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. You must have the ability to perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed as well as determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it. The ability to read precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models is a must in these roles. You must also have the physical ability to perform the required duties of the job.



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Robotics Technician


Job Ref: # EB-1611163898
Date Posted: 6/24/2024 2:34:41 PM
City, State: High Point, NC
Category: Transportation
Salary: $22 - $38

Description

Position Details:
Title: Robotics Technician
Location: High Point, NC
Shift: Openings on all shifts! (1st, 6a-2p / 2nd 3:30p-12a / 3rd 9p-5:30a) M-F schedule & two Saturdays per month. 45-hr weeks, OT after 8 hours!
Compensation: $21.94-$33.06 for non-journeypersons and $25.66-$38.37 for journeypersons – depending on qualifications and experience! There is also a shift premium for second and third-shift employees at 7.5%!
Benefits: Comprehensive package to include 401k with company match (75% of employee contribution up to 8%), retirement pension, full coverage benefit options, paid vacation (up to 5 weeks), short and long-term disability, holidays, employee assistance program, health and wellness program, gym discounts, tuition assistance, onsite medical center with discounts on services and medication.
Travel: There is no outside travel associated with this position.

Position Description:
As a Robotics Technician, you will operate, test, and maintain unmanned, automated, servo-mechanical, or electromechanical equipment. You may assist engineers in testing and designing robotics equipment.
• Align, fit, and assemble parts, using hand tools, power tools, fixtures, templates, and microscopes.
• Analyze and record test results and prepare written testing documentation.
• Install electrical and electronic parts and hardware in housings or assemblies, using soldering equipment and hand tools.
• Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and technical orders to determine methods and sequences of assembly.
• Repair, rework, and calibrate hydraulic and pneumatic assemblies and systems to meet operational specifications and tolerances.
• Test performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, and bridges.
• Verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
• Develop, test, and program new robots and PLCs.
• Operate metalworking machines to fabricate housings, jigs, fittings, and fixtures.
• Train others to install, use, and maintain robots.
• Perform all duties to the prescribed standard.

Requirements:
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of electrical theory, PLC troubleshooting, and automation software suites (PLC 5, SLC 500, ControlLogix PLC’s Devicenet, Ethernet). They will have an associate degree in automation/robotics/electronics or equivalent experience. Skills in process application for Fanuc robots, networking, and troubleshooting with hydraulic, pneumatic, and adhesive applications AND strong communication and people skills.



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Mobile Fleet Technician


Job Ref: # EB-4961963467
Date Posted: 6/21/2024 2:10:15 PM
City, State: Phoenix, AZ
Category: Transportation
Salary: $25 - $42

Description

Position Details:
Title: Mobile Fleet Technician
Location: Phoenix, AZ area.
Shift: Monday – Friday 2pm-12am. May get dispatched on the weekends for emergency service.
Compensation: $25-$42/hr. starting base rate based on skills and experience + bonus based on branch performance and company profitability + cumulative pay raises and incentives for progression through professional development skill grades & certifications. Annual W2 $60K-$95K+!
Benefits: A comprehensive summary of benefits will be provided to all selected candidates.
Travel: Service area is within a 200-mile radius from the shop, paid for all travel. You will have company mobile service truck outfitted with all the latest tools and equipment for mobile field service repair work.

Position Description: As the heart of the company, the mobile fleet technicians safely perform service, routine and emergency maintenance, installation, and repair in the field with world-class customer service. In this role you will be responsible for fixing equipment and systems and making repair recommendations to customers trucks, vehicles, and equipment. You will work with other service technicians and associates to ensure all scheduled work is performed safely and to the customer's satisfaction. Key responsibilities include:
• Service, repair, modify, diagnose, and reassemble vehicles, machinery, & equipment for operation.
• Failure analysis, service, and repairs for customers. 80% of business is oil changes in the field.
• Troubleshoot electrical, air conditioning, and emissions systems issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance – changing oil, checking batteries, lubrication, etc.
• Repair diesel trucks – engines, alignments, suspension, hydraulics, transmissions, electrical systems.
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, etc. for proper, safe, & optimal operation.

Requirements: Good, safe troubleshooting skills and experience on heavy vehicular systems & equipment.
• 2+ years of experience servicing tractor/heavy equipment/medium-to-heavy-duty diesel trucks.
• Working knowledge of emissions control, air/brake systems, and DC electrical systems preferred.
• Experience with heavy-duty engines, chassis, drivelines, hubs, wheel seals, & air conditioning systems.
• Outstanding teamwork, drive, and willingness to learn with excellent customer service.
• Some basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Basic hand tool for work as a maintenance professional. Company offers a Tool Insurance program.



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Maintenance Technician


Job Ref: # EB-8725235418
Date Posted: 5/31/2024 8:00:00 AM
City, State: Sheboygan, WI
Category: Transportation
Salary: $28 - $40

Description

Position Details:
• Title: Maintenance Technician
• Location: Sheboygan, WI
• Shift/Schedule: Opportunities exist on the following shifts:
o 2nd shift (3p – 11p Mon-Fri)
o 3rd shift (11p – 7a Mon-Fri)
o Weekend Nights (7p – 7a Fri – Sun) ** 36 hrs per week, but paid for 40
• Compensation: Target base salary ~$27/hr - $34/hr + $2/hr shift premium; candidates with Journeyman certifications can earn up to $40/hr + shift premium
o Bonuses/Additional Compensation: Relocation assistance available
Benefits: Company offers an industry-standard, comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical (Blue Cross Blue Shield) / Dental (Delta Dental) / Vision (NVA) insurance; Life / AD&D Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts; Short- and Long-Term Disability; Vacation/; 11 annual holidays; Tuition Reimbursement for professional certifications / degrees; 401K with employer match (up to 3%); vehicle discount purchase program (Ford, GM, Chrysler, Hyundai, Jaguar, Land Rover and Nissan); employee referral program; etc

Position Description: As a Maintenance Technician, you will work with the engineering team to implement new ideas and equipment installations while communicating between other departments and shifts daily. The Maintenance Technician will ensure that maintenance projects are completed meeting code and standard requirements, and you will be required to perform a wide range of repair tasks around the facility. Some other specific responsibilities include:

• Read and use mechanical prints and troubleshoot mechanical issues on equipment such as conveyors, bearings, belts, and framework using tools such as welders, torches, plasma torches, and other fabricating tools.
• Read and use electrical prints and troubleshoot electrical issues using tools such as multi-meters, mega-meter, etc.
• Perform troubleshooting on different voltages 480 VAC, 240 VAC, 120 VAC, and low voltage 24VDC working with different electrical components and panel building.
• Troubleshoot and read prints with pneumatics and hydraulics using basic tools to work on different circuits. Perform pipe fitting and routing lines working with motors, cylinders, valves, sensors, etc.
• Use a laptop to review PLC code on different platforms such as Allen Bradley (RS Logic 5, 500, 5000, and Studio) and Siemen Step 7. Understand ladder logic and make basic changes if necessary.
• Troubleshoot robots and controllers for multiple types of ABB robots. Review robot code and movements. Preparing backups and making changes in the program. Modify positions and update calibrations. Component repair and/or changing.
• Upload, download, and make changes to multiple vision systems including Cognex, Sherlock, Keyence, ABB and Sick.
• Maintain the systems and able to adjust programs as needed on laser engraving systems such as Keyence and Mecco Lasers.
In order to be successful in this role, you should have good hands-on troubleshooting and repair experience with electrical, electronic and/or mechanical elements of industrial equipment, including conveyors, motors, hydraulics, PLCs, pumps, controls, etc.



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