Transport Systems Technologies
Onet-SOC Code Occupational Title Interest Code Occupational Description Ap? Educational Attainment Cluster Minimum Education and
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17-3021.00 Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technicians IRC Operate, install, calibrate, and maintain integrated computer/communications systems consoles, simulators, and other data acquisition, test, and measurement instruments and equipment to launch, track, position, and evaluate air and space vehicles. May record and interpret test data. Y HS/SC Associate degree Aerospace product and parts manufacturing; engineering and management services; industrial machinery, electronic and electric equipment companies; fabricated metal producers $34,773 $50,540 Y * * * * * *
17-2011.00 Aerospace Engineers IRC Perform a variety of engineering work in designing, constructing, and testing aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft. May conduct basic and applied research to evaluate adaptability of materials and equipment to aircraft design and manufacture. May recommend improvements in testing equipment and techniques.   C Bachelor's degree   Aerospace product and parts manufacturing; government agencies; technical consulting services $53,962 $76,264 Y * * * * * *
53-2021.00 Air Traffic Controllers CRE Control air traffic on and within vicinity of airport and movement of air traffic between altitude sectors and control centers according to established procedures and policies. Authorize, regulate, and control commercial airline flights according to regulations to expedite and ensure flight safety. SC/C Long-term on-the-job training L Airports $62,129 $103,100 Y 440 510 1.49 10 10 20
53-1011.00 Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors * Direct ground crew in the loading, unloading, securing, and staging of aircraft cargo or baggage. Determine the quantity and orientation of cargo and compute aircraft center of gravity. May accompany aircraft as member of flight crew and monitor and handle cargo in flight, and assist and brief passengers on safety and emergency procedures.   HS/SC Work experience in a related occupation   Airports $26,219 $49,845   80 100 2.26 0 0 0
49-3011.00 Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians RI/RC Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul aircraft engines and assemblies, such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Y HS/SC Postsecondary vocational Major airlines, airports and flying services; government agencies $30,152 $45,131 Y 4,520 5,590 2.15 110 110 220
51-2011.00 Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers R Assemble, fit, fasten, and install parts of airplanes, space vehicles, or missiles, such as tails, wings, fuselage, bulkheads, stabilizers, landing gear, rigging and control equipment, or heating and ventilating systems. Y HS/SC Long-term on-the-job training   Airplane manufacturers; defense contractors; government * * Y * * * * * *
53-2022.00 Airfield Operations Specialists * Ensure the safe takeoff and landing of commercial and military aircraft. Duties include coordination between air-traffic control and maintenance personnel; dispatching; using airfield landing and navigational aids; implementing airfield safety procedures; monitoring and maintaining flight records; and applying knowledge of weather information. Y SC/C Long-term on-the-job training Airports $25,070 $39,906 80 100 2.26 0 0 0
53-2011.00 Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers REI/REC Pilot and navigate the flight of multi-engine aircraft in regularly scheduled service for the transport of passengers and cargo. Requires Federal Air Transport rating and certification in specific aircraft type used.   C Bachelor's degree L Airline companies; airports * * Y * * * * * *
53-3011.00 Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians SRE Drive ambulance or assist ambulance driver in transporting sick, injured, or convalescent persons. Assist in lifting patients. Y HS/SC Moderate-term on-the-job training L Hospitals; residential and rehabilitation care facilities $17,941 $25,836 440 550 2.26 10 10 20
49-3021.00 Automotive Body and Related Repairers RC Repair and refinish automotive vehicle bodies and straighten vehicle frames. Y HS/SC Long-term on-the-job training   Auto repair shops; new and used car dealers and service stations; self-employed $24,247 $47,042 Y 5,070 5,680 1.14 60 100 160
49-3022.00 Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers RC Replace or repair broken windshields and window glass in motor vehicles. Y HS/SC Long-term on-the-job training Auto repair shops; auto glass repair services; self-employed $21,889 $35,114 Y 540 620 1.39 10 10 20
49-3023.00 Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics RC Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul automotive vehicles. Y HS/SC Postsecondary vocational L Automotive dealers and service stations; auto repair shops; commercial sports; automobile services $21,588 $43,150 Y 24,220 28,840 1.76 460 640 1,100
49-2091.00 Avionics Technicians RCI Install, inspect, test, adjust, or repair avionics equipment, such as radar, radio, navigation, and missile control systems in aircraft or space vehicles. Y HS/SC Postsecondary vocational Airplane manufacturers $35,937 $48,229 Y 450 460 0.22 0 10 10
49-3091.00 Bicycle Repairers RC Repair and service bicycles.   HS Moderate-term on-the-job training   Bicycle dealers and repair shops; self-employed $16,052 $24,824   150 200 2.92 0 10 10
53-6011.00 Bridge and Lock Tenders RC Operate and tend bridges, canal locks, and lighthouses to permit marine passage on inland waterways, near shores, and at danger points in waterway passages. May supervise such operations. Includes drawbridge operators, lock tenders and operators, and slip bridge operators. HS/SC Short-term on-the-job training Drawbridges; canal locks $12,351 $22,704 80 80 0 0 0 0
49-3031.00 Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists RC Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul trucks, buses, and all types of diesel engines. Y HS/SC Postsecondary vocational L Trucking and warehousing companies; education services; wholesale companies selling motor vehicles, parts and machinery; auto dealers, rentals and repair shops; heavy construction contractors; government agencies  $26,633 $40,159 Y 7,650 9,450 2.14 180 200 380
53-3022.00 Bus Drivers, School RS Transport students or special clients, such as the elderly or persons with disabilities. Ensure adherence to safety rules and assist passengers in boarding or exiting. HS/SC Short-term on-the-job training L School systems $17,863 $23,751 Y 14,400 17,640 2.05 320 310 630
53-3021.00 Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity RSC Drive bus or motor coach, including regular route operations, charters, and private carriage. May assist passengers with baggage and collect fares or tickets.   HS/SC Moderate-term on-the-job training L Local suburban intercity and rural bus transportation companies; local government; charter services $16,256 $29,665 Y 3,580 4,470 2.25 90 80 170
53-5021.00 Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels ERC/REC Command or supervise operations of ships and water vessels, such as tugboats and ferryboats, that travel into and out of harbors, estuaries, straits, and sounds and on rivers, lakes, bays, and oceans. Required to hold license issued by U.S. Coast Guard. Y HS Work experience in a related occupation L Cruiselines and shipping companies; tug and ferry boat operations $18,333 $42,888 Y 300 330 0.96 0 10 10
53-7061.00 Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment RC Wash or otherwise clean vehicles, machinery, and other equipment. Use such materials as water, cleaning agents, brushes, cloths, and hoses.   HS Short-term on-the-job training   Auto repair & maintenance businesses; automobile dealerships; auto rental companies; animal processing plants $12,555 $21,497   9,140 9,830 0.73 70 320 390
53-2012.00 Commercial Pilots REI/REC Pilot and navigate the flight of small fixed or rotary winged aircraft, primarily for the transport of cargo and passengers. Requires Commercial Rating. C Postsecondary vocational L Airlines $29,242 $68,453 Y 840 980 1.55 10 20 30
53-7011.00 Conveyor Operators and Tenders RC Control or tend conveyors or conveyor systems that move materials or products to and from stockpiles, processing stations, departments, or vehicles. May control speed and routing of materials or products.   HS Short-term on-the-job training   Airline companies; wholesale trades; food and furniture manufacturers; textile, rubber and lumber products manufacturers $16,671 $30,898   1,140 1,250 0.93 10 30 40
53-7021.00 Crane and Tower Operators RC Operate mechanical boom and cable or tower and cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products in many directions. Y HS Long-term on-the-job training Highway and heavy construction companies; shipping companies $26,964 $43,149 Y 970 1,130 1.54 20 20 40
53-7031.00 Dredge Operators RC Operate dredge to remove sand, gravel, or other materials from lakes, rivers, or streams; and to excavate and maintain navigable channels in waterways. Y HS Moderate-term on-the-job training   Dredging services $27,300 $37,503   50 60 1.84 0 0 0
53-3031.00 Driver/Sales Workers ERS Drive truck or other vehicle over established routes or within an established territory and sell /pick up / deliver goods such as newspapers, food products (including restaurant take-out items), or laundry. May also take orders and collect payments. HS/SC Short-term on-the-job training L Trucking & warehousing companies; wholesale companies; eating and drinking places; airlines, food and retail stores; building materials, garden supplies and furniture stores $12,508 $28,045 Y 17,730 21,440 1.92 370 290 660
49-2093.00 Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment RC Install, adjust, or maintain mobile electronics communication equipment, including sound, sonar, security, navigation, and surveillance systems on trains, watercraft, or other mobile equipment. Y HS/SC Postsecondary vocational   Automobile dealerships and manufacturers; auto repair & maintenance businesses; freight trucking companies $24,184 $41,327   320 360 1.18 10 10 20
49-2096.00 Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles RC Install, diagnose, or repair communications, sound, security, or navigation equipment in motor vehicles. Y HS/SC Postsecondary vocational Automobile dealerships and manufacturers; auto repair & maintenance businesses; freight trucking companies $19,377 $28,265 Y 450 540 1.84 10 10 20
53-7032.00 Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators RC Operate or tend machinery equipped with scoops, shovels, or buckets, to excavate and load loose materials. Y HS Moderate-term on-the-job training   Highway and heavy construction companies; special trade contractors; stone companies $23,403 $32,364 Y 2,500 3,050 2.01 50 70 120
53-1021.00 First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Helpers, Laborers, and Material Movers ECR Supervise and coordinate the activities of helpers, laborers, or material movers. HS/SC Work experience in a related occupation Airports, railroads, shipping and exporting businesses $25,773 $44,299 Y 6,960 7,750 1.08 80 160 240
53-1031.00 First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Transportation and Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators ERC Directly supervise and coordinate activities of transportation and material-moving machine and vehicle operators and helpers.   HS/SC Work experience in a related occupation   Trucking and freight companies; construction  $30,436 $52,837 Y 8,660 10,400 1.85 170 200 370
39-6031.00 Flight Attendants ESA Provide personal services to ensure the safety and comfort of airline passengers during flight. Greet passengers, verify tickets, explain use of safety equipment, and serve food or beverages. HS/SC/C Long-term on-the-job training Airline companies * * Y * * * * * *
53-7041.00 Hoist and Winch Operators RC Operate or tend hoists or winches to lift and pull loads using power-operated cable equipment.   HS Moderate-term on-the-job training   Heavy construction contractors; shipping and freight companies * *   150 130 -1.42 0 10 10
53-7051.00 Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators RC Operate industrial trucks or tractors equipped to move materials around a warehouse, storage yard, factory, construction site, or similar location. HS Short-term on-the-job training Warehouses; building material & supplies companies; courier businesses; trucking companies $19,316 $30,516 Y 24,120 26,250 0.85 210 460 670
53-7062.00 Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand RC Manually move freight, stock, or other materials or perform other unskilled general labor.   HS/SC Short-term on-the-job training   Temporary services; warehouses; grocery wholesalers; furniture manufacturers; government $15,037 $25,017 Y 76,860 87,370 1.29 1,050 2,510 3,560
53-4011.00 Locomotive Engineers RC Drive electric, diesel-electric, steam, or gas-turbine-electric locomotives to transport passengers or freight. Interpret train orders, electronic or manual signals, and railroad rules and regulations. HS/SC Moderate-term on-the-job training L Railroad companies $29,506 $42,085 * * * * * *
53-7063.00 Machine Feeders and Offbearers RC Feed materials into or remove materials from machines or equipment that is automatic or tended by other workers.   HS Short-term on-the-job training   Manufacturing $16,227 $25,311   6,420 5,170 -2.14 0 180 180
53-7199.99 Material Moving Workers, All Other * All material moving workers not listed separately. HS/SC Moderate-term on-the-job training $19,922 $40,102 260 250 -0.39 0 10 10
49-3042.00 Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines R Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, such as cranes, bulldozers, graders, and conveyors, used in construction, logging, and surface mining. Y HS/SC Postsecondary vocational Y Wholesale companies; equipment rental companies; highway and heavy construction contractors; lumber products manufacturers; government agencies $27,469 $39,822   3,090 3,610 1.57 50 70 120
53-3099.99 Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other * All motor vehicle operators not listed separately. HS Short-term on-the-job training L $19,161 $28,947 5,700 6,360 1.10 50 80 130
49-3051.00 Motorboat Mechanics RI Repairs and adjusts electrical and mechanical equipment of gasoline or diesel powered inboard or inboard-outboard boat engines. Y HS/SC Long-term on-the-job training L Motorboat manufacturers, dealerships and repair companies; self-employed $26,839 $40,816   670 780 1.53 10 20 30
53-5022.00 Motorboat Operators RE Operate small motor-driven boats to carry passengers and freight between ships, or ship to shore. May patrol harbors and beach areas. May assist in navigational activities. HS Moderate-term on-the-job training L Shipping companies; water taxi, shore and harbor patrol services $35,524 $49,293 * * * * * *
49-3052.00 Motorcycle Mechanics R Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul motorcycles, scooters, mopeds, dirt bikes, or similar motorized vehicles. Y HS/SC Long-term on-the-job training L Motorcycle manufacturers, dealerships and repair companies; self-employed $19,696 $35,697   580 680 1.60 10 10 20
51-9122.00 Painters, Transportation Equipment RC Operate or tend painting machines to paint surfaces of transportation equipment, such as automobiles, buses, trucks, trains, boats, and airplanes. Y HS Long-term on-the-job training Auto repair shops; automobile dealerships; motor vehicle body & trailer manufacturers $23,208 $46,168 1,410 1,590 1.21 20 40 60
49-3043.00 Rail Car Repairers RC Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul railroad rolling stock, mine cars, or mass transit rail cars. Y HS/SC Long-term on-the-job training   Railroad companies; mining operations $23,444 $36,928   * * * * * *
53-4099.99 Rail Transportation Workers, All Other * All rail transportation workers not listed separately. HS/SC Moderate-term on-the-job training $26,181 $39,142 * * * * * *
53-4013.00 Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers RC Drive switching or other locomotive or dinkey engines within railroad yard, industrial plant, quarry, construction project, or similar location.   HS/SC Moderate-term on-the-job training   Railroad companies * *   * * * * * *
53-4021.00 Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators RC Operate railroad track switches. Couple or uncouple rolling stock to make up or break up trains. Signal engineers by hand or flagging. May inspect couplings, air hoses, journal boxes, and hand brakes. HS/SC Moderate-term on-the-job training Railroad companies $36,967 $42,895 * * * * * *
53-4031.00 Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters REC Conductors coordinate activities of train crew on passenger or freight train. Coordinate activities of switch-engine crew within yard of railroad, industrial plant, or similar location. Yardmasters coordinate activities of workers engaged in railroad traffic operations, such as the makeup or breakup of trains, yard switching, and review train schedules and switching orders.   HS/SC Moderate-term on-the-job training   Railroad companies $21,848 $42,648   * * * * * *
47-4061.00 Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators R Lay, repair, and maintain track for standard or narrow-gauge railroad equipment used in regular railroad service or in plant yards, quarries, sand and gravel pits, and mines. Includes ballast cleaning machine operators and road bed tamping machine operators. HS/SC Moderate-term on-the-job training Railroad companies $25,528 $38,207 110 90 -1.99 0 0 0
49-3092.00 Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians R Diagnose, inspect, adjust, repair, or overhaul recreational vehicles including travel trailers. May specialize in maintaining gas, electrical, hydraulic, plumbing, or chassis/towing systems as well as repairing generators, appliances, and interior components. Y HS Long-term on-the-job training   RV manufacturers, dealers and repair shops $25,678 $37,996   250 300 1.84 10 10 20
53-5011.00 Sailors and Marine Oilers RC Stand watch to look for obstructions in path of vessel, measure water depth, turn wheel on bridge, or use emergency equipment as directed by captain, mate, or pilot. Break out, rig, overhaul, and store cargo-handling gear, stationary rigging, and running gear. Perform a variety of maintenance tasks to preserve the painted surface of the ship and to maintain line and ship equipment. Must hold government-issued certification and tankerman certification when working aboard liquid-carrying vessels. Y HS/SC Short-term on-the-job training L Cruiselines and shipping companies; tug and ferry boat operations $27,007 $37,037 Y 50 50 0.00 0 0 0
53-5031.00 Ship Engineers REC Supervise and coordinate activities of crew engaged in operating and maintaining engines, boilers, deck machinery, and electrical, sanitary, and refrigeration equipment aboard ship.   HS/SC Postsecondary vocational L Cruiselines and shipping companies $31,141 $39,157   80 80 0.00 0 0 0
49-9097.00 Signal and Track Switch Repairers RC Install, inspect, test, maintain, or repair electric gate crossings, signals, signal equipment, track switches, section lines, or intercommunications systems within a railroad system. Y HS/SC Moderate-term on-the-job training Railroad companies $34,820 $51,327 * * * * * *
53-7121.00 Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders R Load and unload chemicals and bulk solids, such as coal, sand, and grain into or from tank cars, trucks, or ships using material moving equipment. May perform a variety of other tasks relating to shipment of products. May gauge or sample shipping tanks and test them for leaks. Y HS Moderate-term on-the-job training   Trucking, freight and shipping companies $22,936 $33,808   280 280 0.00 0 10 10
53-3041.00 Taxi Drivers and Chauffeurs RE Drive automobiles, vans, or limousines to transport passengers or cargo. HS/SC Short-term on-the-job training L Taxi and limousine services; self-employed $14,637 $20,863 Y 3,660 4,560 2.22 90 30 120
51-9197.00 Tire Builders RC Operate machines to build tires from rubber components.   HS/SC Moderate-term on-the-job training   Motor vehicle and parts manufacturers $27,826 $51,251   * * * * * *
49-3093.00 Tire Repairers and Changers R Repair and replace tires. HS Short-term on-the-job training Automotive parts stores; auto repair & maintenance businesses; automotive dealerships; service stations $16,571 $23,504 Y 3,860 4,210 0.87 40 160 200
53-6041.00 Traffic Technicians RIC Conduct field studies to determine traffic volume, speed, effectiveness of signals, adequacy of lighting, and other factors influencing traffic conditions, under direction of traffic engineer.   HS/SC Short-term on-the-job training   Government; engineering services $24,129 $36,871   110 130 1.68 0 0 0
39-6032.00 Transportation Attendants, Except Flight Attendants and Baggage Porters ES Provide services to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers aboard ships, buses, trains, or within the station or terminal. Perform duties, such as greeting passengers, explaining the use of safety equipment, serving meals or beverages, or answering questions related to travel. HS/SC/C Short-term on-the-job training Cruiselines; travel companies * * * * * * * *
53-6051.00 Transportation Inspectors RIC/ECR/ ECS/CRE/RC/CR Inspect equipment or goods in connection with the safe transport of cargo or people. Includes rail transport inspectors, such as freight inspectors, car inspectors, rail inspectors, and other nonprecision inspectors of other types of transportation vehicles. Y HS/SC Work experience in a related occupation L Airlines; railroads; trucking, freight and shipping companies $37,924 $63,367 Y 400 480 1.84 10 10 20
53-6099.99 Transportation Workers, All Other * All transportation workers not listed separately. HS/SC Short-term on-the-job training $18,157 $29,265 670 800 1.79 10 20 30
11-3071.00 Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers EC/ECR Plan, direct, or coordinate transportation, storage, or distribution activities in accordance with governmental policies and regulations.   HS/SC/C Work experience in a related occupation   Trucking and warehousing, transport services; wholesale companies selling machinery  or equipment, groceries, apparel, paper products; government agencies; chemical, rubber products; furniture companies * * Y 2,320 2,720 1.60 40 50 90
53-3032.00 Truck Drivers, Heavy and Tractor-Trailer R/RC Drive a tractor-trailer combination or a truck with a capacity of at least 26,000 GVW, to transport and deliver goods, livestock, or materials in liquid, loose, or packaged form. Requires commercial drivers' license. Y HS/SC Moderate-term on-the-job training L Trucking & warehousing services; wholesale & retail companies; food stores; lumber products; building & garden supplies $23,719 $40,356 Y 58,200 73,970 2.43 1,580 950 2,530
53-3033.00 Truck Drivers, Light or Delivery Services RC Drive a truck or van with a capacity of under 26,000 GVW, primarily to deliver or pick up merchandise or to deliver packages within a specified area. May load and unload truck.   HS/SC Short-term on-the-job training L Trucking & warehousing services; airline companies; wholesale companies; furniture, building materials & garden supplies; eating & drinking places; retail stores $17,908 $32,187 Y 28,830 35,870 2.21 700 270 970