Transportation
Career Path
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Why The Transportation Path?
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Transportation Salaries
Has the transportation field caught your interest? Once you connect with a career coach, the two of you can narrow down to a few specific job paths.
These salaries are average estimates from the Texas Workforce Commission (2019). Generally, entry level salaries can vary based on experience, level of education you’ve completed, or personal skills.
Your career coach can share more info on salary ranges for your education and experience.
$46,000
Heavy Truck Driver
$50,000
Supervisor Material Mover
$52,000
Postal Service Mail Carrier
$56,000
Supervisor Transport & Material Moving
$75,000
Sales Rep (MFG & Wholesale)
$82,000
Transportation Inspector
$108,000
Transportation Manager
$108,000
Purchasing Manager
$108,000
Sales Manager
You Could Be A…
Heavy Truck Driver
Responsibilities
Safely drive a tractor-trailer combination or a heavy truck with a capacity of at least 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). May be required to unload truck.
4,000 Openings
In the Houston transportation path
Skills & Qualifications:
High school diploma/GED
Commercial Driver License (CDL)*
Through Houston Community College, San Jacinto College, or Lone Star College
HAZMAT Endorsement*
Through Houston Community College, San Jacinto College, or Texas School of Continuing Education & Recruitment
Knowledge of DOT regulations and familiarity with DOT log book
0.5-1 years of commercial driving or material moving experience
Hard Skills
- Hazmat
- Truck driving
- Commercial driving
- Materials transport
- Scheduling
Soft Skills
- Communication skills
- Customer service
- Teamwork/Collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Detail-oriented
How We Can Help You Find Your New Career
With your commitment and our know-how, we can give you a clear path forward to a rewarding career and a bright future.
Part 1 Of Your Journey
Get started by filling out a simple form. Then you’ll take a skills assessment and meet with a career coach who will map your journey.
Part 2 Of Your Journey
Once you select a career path, we’ll connect you with educational partners and resources to develop necessary skills.
Part 3 Of Your Journey
You’ll use your new skills and our network of employer partners to apply for the jobs best suited to you.
Take a look at our infographic to get an in-depth look at your journey to a new career.
Take The First Step
Towards A New Career
Start down a new career path today by filling out the form below. We’ll guide you from there.
Here's what will happen next.
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