Careers in This Field
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics is one of the broadest pathways available — spanning diesel mechanics, supply chain management, aviation, fleet operations, and warehousing. Below is a look at where this pathway leads, organized by the education level each role typically requires.
Why This Field in Kenosha County
Few regions are better positioned for logistics careers than Kenosha County. Uline — one of North America’s largest distributors of shipping and industrial supplies — is headquartered in neighboring Pleasant Prairie, making it one of the region’s most significant employers. The county’s location between Chicago and Milwaukee, combined with its interstate access and warehouse infrastructure, has made it a hub for distribution and supply chain operations.
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics at KTEC
Courses at KTEC
Every KTEC student builds a foundation in our dedicated technology labs before advancing into specialized coursework. For Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics students, that foundation — safety, systems thinking, and technical problem-solving — maps directly onto what diesel technicians, fleet professionals, and logistics specialists do every day.
KTEC Core Courses
Tech 1
Introduction to technology systems, tools, and problem-solving in a hands-on lab environment.
Tech 2
Advanced application of technology concepts, with increasing focus on precision and project work.
Tech 3
Specialized technology applications with deeper emphasis on pathway-relevant skills and independent projects.
Digital Art
Design fundamentals and digital production skills applied across logistics documentation, planning, and communication.
Industrial Safety
Workplace safety standards, hazard identification, and safe equipment operation practices.
Gateway Technical College Courses
Diesel technology is one of the most in-demand skilled trades in the region — and KTEC students can begin earning Gateway college credit in it before graduation. Through our partnership with Gateway Technical College, Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics students take the same diesel coursework delivered in Gateway’s full Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology program.
Certifications & Credentials
KTEC Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics students graduate with safety and technical certifications that translate directly to employer expectations in diesel, fleet, and distribution environments.
Pathway-Specific Certifications
Certifications Available to All KTEC Students
Work-Based Learning & CTSOs
KTEC students don’t have to wait for graduation to start building a career. Paid work experience with local employers and hands-on trade competitions give them a real head start while they’re still in high school.
Post-Secondary Options
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics graduates leave KTEC with diesel coursework, safety certifications, and work experience that set them apart — whether they’re going straight into the workforce or continuing their technical education.
1
Enter the Workforce
Enter diesel, fleet, or distribution roles with Gateway college credit, EPA and Bendix certifications, and real employer experience already behind you. Major regional employers like Uline are active in the Kenosha-area workforce pipeline.
2
Continue at Gateway
Continue Gateway’s Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology or Transportation/Logistics programs with KTEC credits already applied toward your program.
3
Transfer to a 4-Year College
KTEC coursework and Gateway credits transfer toward supply chain management, industrial engineering, and logistics programs at Wisconsin universities.










