Maricopa District Office
Automotive

Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics

 

Jobs in transportation, distribution, and logistics are responsible for managing the movement of goods, information, and people. It includes air, rail, water, and truck transportation, warehousing and storage, and vehicle repair.

As the global economy continues to grow, American imports will also grow, and employment in transportation, distribution, and logistics will increase. Technology is also transforming the industry, as systems are being developed that allow for better tracking of product information to streamline the distribution process. Examples of jobs in this area include truck drivers, auto mechanics, cargo and freight agents, and airline employees. Greater Phoenix has a large transportation, distribution, and logistics sector. This is due to the region’s large population, location near western markets, and presence of major industry employers, such as Knight and Swift Transportation and Sky Harbor International Airport.


The Maricopa Community Colleges offers a variety of programs to train professionals in the transportation, distribution, and logistics fields to meet the growing needs of the Greater Phoenix region. Degree and certificate programs are available through the Maricopa system in areas such as automotive technology (air conditioning, engine performance, drive trains, brakes, and electrical systems), logistics technician, tractor-trailer driving, and flight technology. For more information and a list of available programs, please click here.