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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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Rigger I

Job Ref: # EB-1875292737
Date Posted: 4/30/2024 8:00:00 AM
City, State: Windsor, CT
Category: Transportation
Salary: $21 - $22

Description

Join Our Team – Where Your Skills Are Valued and Your Career Growth Is Supported

Are you a skilled Rigger with excellent judgment and coordination? Ready to advance your career with a dynamic and growing company in the workplace solutions sector? We are seeking motivated individuals like you to join our team.

Position Overview:
As a key member of our operations team, you will be instrumental in the moving and installation of heavy equipment or machinery, both in our warehouse and at customer job sites. Your tasks will include interpreting layout plans, blueprints, and other drawings to effectively dismantle and assemble machinery using various tools. Additionally, you'll play a pivotal role in directing the hoisting and operation of heavy machinery.

Ideal Candidate:

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Valid CDL Class A/B License is preferred, with at least one year of commercial driving experience.
Proficiency in rigging and safely handling heavy equipment.
Experience with forklifts and various moving equipment is a plus.
What We Offer:

Competitive Pay: $21-$22/hour for candidates with limited experience; $24-$26/hour for those with more experience.
License Advancement: If you don’t have a CDL Class A license, we’ll cover the costs for you to obtain one.
Comprehensive Benefits: Including health, family, wellness, financial wellbeing, and retirement.
Career Development: Opportunities to collaborate with skilled teams across multiple states in an inclusive and diverse work environment.
Work-Life Balance: A company culture that supports personal and professional growth.
Discover More and Join Us:
Explore our innovative solutions and vibrant team culture on our website and social media.

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Diesel Service Technician

Job Ref: # EB-3390488449
Date Posted: 4/25/2024 3:00:00 PM
City, State: XX, VA
Category: Transportation
Salary: $22 - $32

Description

Position Details:
Title: Diesel Service Technician
Location: Various locations throughout the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast U.S.
Shift: Primarily Monday – Friday normal daytime hours; otherwise as needed/required for emergency service.
Compensation: $25-$32/hr. starting base rate based on skills and experience + O/T + monthly incentives + cumulative pay raises and incentives for progression through professional development skill grades & certifications. 1st Year W2 $60K-$75K+, then on up from there to $100K+!
Benefits: A comprehensive summary of benefits will be provided to all selected candidates.
Travel: None. Some work in the field for mobile service technicians in/around the service center location.

Position Description: As the heart of the company, the Diesel Service Technician safely performs service, routine and emergency maintenance, installation, and repair at the Service Center with world-class customer service. In this role you will be responsible for fixing trucks and commercial vehicles, systems, and equipment, and making repair recommendations to customers. You will work with other service technicians and associates to ensure all scheduled work is performed safely and to the customer's satisfaction. Key duties include:
• Service, repair, modify, diagnose, and reassemble, trucks, vehicles, and machinery for operation.
• Failure analysis, service, and repairs for customers.
• Troubleshoot and fix electrical and mechanical systems and equipment issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance – changing oil, checking batteries, lubrication, etc.
• Repair diesel trucks – engines, alignments, suspension, hydraulics, transmissions, operating systems.
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, etc. for proper, safe, & optimal operation.
• Ensure all maintenance is performed with utmost safety and care according to highest standards.

Requirements: The company is hiring transitioning active-duty military and veteran candidates for this opportunity. Candidates must have good, safe troubleshooting skills and experience performing maintenance and repair on military systems, whether vehicles, mechanized armor, missile systems, aircraft, ships, or support equipment.

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Automation Controls Engineer

Job Ref: # EB-1742985752
Date Posted: 4/18/2024 3:24:09 PM
City, State: Muskegon, MI
Category: Transportation
Salary: $100,000 - $120,000

Description

Position Details:
Title: Automation Controls Engineer
Location: Muskegon MI
Shift: Day
Compensation: 100-120k
Benefits: Unified Health Benefits start day 1. 401k with 5% matching and additional 3% end of year.

Position Description:
Responsible for providing Controls engineering support plant wide and controls.

Responsibilities:
• Provide support to the maintenance department in equipment trouble shooting to reduce / eliminate downtime.
• Review processes and procedures on an on-going basis for safety, quality and production efficiency
• Support the maintenance department.
• Troubleshoot PLC ladder logic and data handling functions in Control Logix processors.
• Responsible for keeping PLC documentation up to date and archiving the PLC programs.
• Support I/O devices connected to PLC’s.
• Applies knowledge of electronic and instrumentation principles to determine equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation.
• Insure that abnormalities when observed are acted upon to resolve root-causes.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement / Lean activities.
• Implementation of projects from the concept, prototype, and production phase.
• Supports existing automated equipment.
• Drives standards in programming and hardware while pushing for innovations and improvements.
• Analyzes, reviews and tests for accuracy and optimal implementation of developed solutions.

Requirements:
• Candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Mech, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Programming or Computer Engineering.
• Prior experience in controls programming required.
• Experience with Allen Bradley controls required.
• Experience with Siemens and Rockwell controls a plus.

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Body Shop Technician

Job Ref: # EB-8088157143
Date Posted: 4/12/2024 8:00:00 AM
City, State: Piedmont, SC
Category: Transportation
Salary: $25 - $34

Description

Body Shop Technician
Location: Piedmont SC (20 minutes from Greenville SC)
Compensation: $25-$34 based on experience
Benefits: Company paid medical. Optional accidental, life, dental and disability & 401k. Paid vacation, uniforms, and training.
Shift: Monday – Friday 8-5 with 4 day work week optional

Position Description:
Bodyshop technician will perform auto body and framework repairs to industrial type vehicles. Company specializes in emergency service vehicles as well as delivery trucks, field services vehicles and school buses.

Responsibilities:
• Prior to starting a job, thoroughly review each repair order to fully understand the scope of the work to be done. If further clarity is needed or a supplement is required, speak directly with estimator.
• Proforma an initial teardown of vehicle.
• Ensure you have the correct parts from the parts department to complete the job.
• Identify parts for cut-in and design.
• Follow company procedures in application of under-coating, corrosion protection, seam sealer, weld through primer and lubricants.
• Re-assemble pained vehicle and painted parts.

Requirements
• 3+ years in auto body repair
• Self-motivated and reliable
• Knowledge of how to operate shop tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Very detail oriented
• Able to work on a team

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Electrician

Job Ref: # EB-1471100376
Date Posted: 3/26/2024 2:28:41 PM
City, State: Muskegon, MI
Category: Transportation
Salary: $32 - $33

Description

Position Details:
Title: Electrician
Location: Muskegon MI
Shift: 1st Shift - M-F 2PM-10:18PM, and 2nd Shift - M-F 6AM-2:18PM
Compensation: $32.35 (2nd Shift has $.30 shift diff)
Benefits: Union benefits provided on day 60

Position Description:
Responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining all plant electrical equipment
Responsibilities:
• Adhere to TS16949 work instructions
• Adhere to ISO14001 work instructions and training
• Repair/rebuild electric motors (except rewinding stators and armatures)
• Trouble shoot/repair the Ajax Induction Furnaces, ACS Osborn Mold unit, Sand System, Hydraulic Systems, Shot-Blasting Equipment and all associated production equipment
• Repair of Electric Overhead cranes and Hoists (Electrical and Mechanical, except welding)
• Repair of Low voltage and voltage controls up to 480 volts
• Ability to read electrical schematics and diagrams
• Must be able to make conduit runs and layout electrical cabinets
• Experience with Allen Bradley Rockwell Software (RS Logix 5, RS Logix 500, and RS Linx), PLC-5 and SLC500 hardware
• Must have basic computer skills
• Must be able to obtain a forklift, articulating boom lift and scissor lift licenses from CWC safety department
• Provide own tools (personal hand tools)
Requirements:
• Candidate must have at a minimum a Journeyman Electrician Card or 6 years of experience in the electrical field in a manufacturing facility or military.
• Experience with low voltage & voltage controls up to 480 volts
• Understand PLC controls
• Should have knowledge of Electronic Instrumentation (E.G. Temperature Controllers, Chart Recorders, I/P and P/I Converters, Variable Frequency Drives, Etc.)

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Automotive Technician

Job Ref: # EB-1443533026
Date Posted: 3/21/2024 8:00:00 AM
City, State: Springfield, MA
Category: Transportation
Salary: $25 - $35

Description

Orion Talent, the nation’s largest military recruiting firm, is currently recruiting transitioning or former military professionals for an Automotive Technician position with a known and respected commodity in the automotive industry that has been servicing Western Massachusetts since 1980.

Position Details
Location: Springfield, MA
Compensation: $25-$35/hr + $6000 in Employee-Equity
Shift: M-F 8 AM – 5 PM
Benefits: PTO, medical insurance, paid holidays, employee access to car repair bays, uniform stipends, professional training reimbursement and incentives program, and much more!
Vaccine Requirement: No

Position Description
As an Automotive Technician, you will be expected to diagnose and repair automotive vehicle systems including ADAS, engine, steering, suspension, air conditioning, drivetrain, alignment, brakes, exhaust, and electrical. You will perform oil changes and lubrication work with a multipoint inspection. You will be expected to continuously learn new technical information in training sessions to stay abreast with rapidly changing technology. You will communicate with service adviser when additional repairs are needed on a vehicle, order parts using shop software (RO Writer), and inspect/test drive vehicles to ensure they are working properly.

Position Requirements
• 3+ Years of automotive maintenance experience in a professional or military setting.
• ASE Certification preferred.
• Familiarity with a variety of vehicle makes and models, or aptitude to learn/master them.
• Team orientated, flexible, and focused on maintaining a high level of customer service.

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Avionics Technician

Job Ref: # EB-2614964174
Date Posted: 3/20/2024 8:00:00 AM
City, State: Tullahoma, TN
Category: Transportation
Salary: $28 - $30

Description

Position Details:
• Title: Avionics Technician II
• Location: Tullahoma, TN (1.5 hrs from Nashville)
• Shift: Monday – Thursday (four 10 hr shifts - 6:30am-4pm – 30-minute lunch) Weekends if needed (OT available)
• Compensation: First 90 days between $28-$30/hr – After 90 days $30-$33/hr
• Benefits: comprehensive benefits (3% 401 contribution by company automatic)
• Travel: 10-15% (1x per quarter – never more than a week)

Position Description:
Avionics Technician ll is responsible for advanced – intermediate aircraft avionics installation, maintenance, updates, and modifications.

Responsibilities:
• Conducts avionics installation and maintenance on FAR Part 23,25,27,29 -certified normal, utility, acrobatic, and commuter category airplanes IAW applicable and current federal statues, industry guidelines, and manufacturers ’procedures.
• Preforms avionics installations and maintenance on aircraft flight data, navigation, and communication systems.
• Supports development of aircraft modifications IAW applicable and current federal statues, industry guidelines, and manufacturers ’procedures.
• Documents maintenance as required.
• Follows applicable OSHA standards and regulations for persona safety.
• Cleans operational hangar and flight line areas daily IAW XPS Foreign Object Debris/Damage program procedures.
• Support parts inventory system IAW company policies and procedures.

Requirements:
• 4 years military experience in avionics
• Preferred experience with Blackhawk aircraft
• Preferred experience with Garmin instrumentation or similar up to date technology.

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Mechanic

Job Ref: # EB-1987505211
Date Posted: 2/2/2024 9:51:33 AM
City, State: Pittsburgh, PA
Category: Transportation
Salary: $30 - $35

Description

Position Details:
Title: Mechanic
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Work Schedule / Travel: Monday – Friday 8am-4:30pm with possible OT
Compensation: ~$30-$35/hr
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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Chassis Mechanic

Job Ref: # EB-1135803704
Date Posted: 1/30/2024 8:00:00 AM
City, State: Memphis, TN
Category: Transportation
Salary: $24 - $30

Description

Position Details:
• Title: Chassis Mechanic
• Location: Memphis, TN
• Shift: Mon – Fri 8a-430p
• Compensation: $24-30/hr + $5000 sign-on bonus + Quarterly incentive bonus plan
• Benefits: Medical and dental, 401(k) w/6% match, company truck, PTO, paid holidays, and much more!
• Travel: Local travel to 2 repair sites in Memphis area

Position Description:
The Chassis Mechanic will perform mechanical repairs and inspections at railroad ramps. The employee will perform all types of chassis repairs including brakes and wheel end repairs, welding, cutting with a torch and repairing and replacing parts on the chassis using standard repair tools. Repairs will be performed to FMCSA standards and completed based on written estimates.
• Troubleshoot and repair all chassis defects
o Including ABS systems; air brake systems, wheels end, safety latches, and structural assemblies
• Some welding and fabrication of chassis
• Use of mobile app to log work orders and document repairs

Requirements:
• Experience in trailer/chassis mechanics, usage and customary repair methods preferred
• Candidates with a diesel or auto mechanic background will be strongly considered as well
• FMCSA and brake certifications required
• Knowledge in welding MIG and/or ARC welding, torch use is a plus, but not required
• Must have a valid drivers license and a good driving history and able to pass background check and pre-employment drug screening (including CBD).

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Auto Technician

Job Ref: # EB-4028642950
Date Posted: 6/13/2023 1:33:44 PM
City, State: Seattle, WA
Category: Transportation
Salary: $30 - $35

Description

Position Details:

Title: Auto Technician
Location: Seattle, WA
Shift: 2-10pm 40/hrs a week
Compensation: $34/hr + $3,000 sign on bonus paid ½ at 6 months and ½ at 9 months of employment
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
Travel: NA
Vaccine Requirement: No

Position Description:
The Automotive Technician performs car service, repair, preventive maintenance, in-fleeting service, and vehicle reconditioning service according to company policy and procedures. This position requires the exercise of reasonable judgement Ensure that all repairs and preventative maintenance are completed according to the manufacturers specifications and guidelines.

Requirements:
• Provide safe and reliable vehicles upon completion of repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Types of repairs will include brakes, onboard computer diagnostic and drivability, suspension and tires.
• Perform in-fleet servicing on new cars according to company procedures as required.
• Perform reconditioning repairs on sales vehicles and deletes according to company procedures as required.
• Perform vehicle servicing/repairing to maintain company standards.
• 4+ current and valid ASE certifications required or gained in first 6 mo
• Must pass background check/MVR and drug test
• Must have experience using repair shop testing and service equipment

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