Milton Collier and TranZcenter Training Programs are recognized by the DVA Employment and Training

July 22, 2012 - PRLog -- Milton Collier and TranZcenter Training Programs are recognized by the DVA Employment and Training Services.

The skills and experience needed by workers in transportation differ by occupation. Some jobs may be entered directly from high school, while others require extensive specialized training. Most positions involve extensive customer service contact requiring strong interpersonal and communication skills. Most skills for many other air transportation occupations can be learned on the job or through company-sponsored training.

The transportation industry is global in nature and its growth has been spurred by the increased adoption of new technologies that allow time-specific delivery and electronic tracking of cargo.

Employment in transportation and material moving occupations is projected to grow by 1.1 million between 2004 and 2014. Two-fifths of new jobs should be for truck drivers and driver/sales workers. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2006-07 Career Guide to Industries)

Transportation and material moving occupations, which include laborers and hand freight, stock and material movers, are projected to increase by more than 248,000 new jobs between 2004 and 2014. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2006-07 Career Guide to Industries)

The transportation industry is currently seeking to develop a pipeline of younger workers to help industry employers meet their workforce needs. Specifically, employers are looking to help high school, technical school and community college graduates successfully enter the transportation industry. In addition, industry employers are recruiting future workers through untapped labor pools, which include dislocated workers, transitioning military personnel, veterans and individuals with disabilities.