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Transportation + Logistics

Connecting the Country from Coast to Coast

Transportation + Logistics

For the wanderers. The adventure seekers. The movers, shakers and dreamers. Tap into the rich and inspiring history of travel and trade that unites America, and live out that legacy with a career in the transportation and logistics industry. With technological advancements and the drivers behind the wheel, moving products has never been more efficient. Everyone loves their overnight and two-day shipping. Become part of the industry that keeps people and their products moving, keeping us connected when we feel far apart. It’s all about supply and demand, and there are more job postings in this sector than any another. Browse the most in-demand career paths and learn how you can earn a logistics certification at one of Upstate South Carolina’s technical colleges.

  • Total Jobs

    25K

    (2024)

  • Projected Upstate Job Growth

    +2.6%

    (Next 5 Years)

  • Change in Jobs

    +9.1%

    (2019-2024)

  • 1,100

    Upstate Employers

  • 1 in 27

    Employed in this Sector in the Upstate

  • Commercial Truck Driver
  • Certified Logistics Technician
  • Automotive/Diesel Technician + Mechanic

Commercial Truck Driver

Delivering joy daily: commercial truck drivers keep communities going with product delivery.

High-End Earners (Top 10%) in the Upstate: $68,292

Certified Logistics Technician

Take control of the front line. Certified logistics technicians oversee supply chain and scheduling.

High-End Earners (Top 10%) in the Upstate: $110,805

Automotive/Diesel Technician + Mechanic

Turn your passion for cars and trucks into a lucrative career. Ignite your future with a training certificate.

High-End Earners (Top 10%) in the Upstate: $69,649

The Road to Success

Connect with employers and companies eager to hire motivated and inspired individuals.

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