Find Transportation Jobs
You can make your job search more effective by researching the job market.
Which jobs are in demand?
Occupations in Demand (OID)
Start your job search by considering careers that rank high for short-term employment demand. Look at the star rating on Hot Jobs in Transportation Careers or visit the Occupations in Demand data tool to search for specific career titles. Look for careers with 3 or more stars.
Job Vacancy Data
Twice a year the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) conducts a survey to find job vacancies for occupations. You can see the number of vacancies, the percent of jobs that are part-time, education and experience requirements and the median wage being offered.
Where are the transportation jobs?
You can research specific industries in transportation. You'll be able to see how many people are employed, find common careers and learn which employers are hiring now.
- Research wages for recent graduates on the Graduate Employment Outcomes tool. Use the Data Tool to find additional search options, including the ability to see wages by location, award type, institution or institution type, and program category.
Utilize the resources below to help with your job search.
- CareerOneStop Job Search
Search for jobs by keyword or use the "Transportation" occupation category. You can search for jobs anywhere in the United States. - Campus Job Boards
Students and alumni of Minnesota State colleges and universities can get help finding a job at their campus career service center. Many colleges offer job boards that will connect you to employers interested in hiring Minnesota State graduates.
Top Employers
The following transportation employers posted the highest number of classified ads in hot transportation jobs during 2018. Select the link to see their company job board.
- Dart Transit
- U.S. Xpress
- Roehl Transport, Inc.
- Koch Trucking
- Marten Transport
- C.R. England, Inc
- A.D. Transport
Source: Gartner TalentNeuron, Minnesota 2018.
Business Search
Use the Business Finder to find local businesses that may be hiring. Learn more about researching employers.
Joining a professional community can help you understand what employers are looking for. You can network with other professionals and gain expertise in your industry.
Learn more about careers in transportation at the Minnesota State Transportation Center of Excellence.
Get Help
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