How to Get Your Heavy Equipment Operator License: A Comprehensive Guide
August 6, 2020
Discover how to become a Heavy Equipment Operator, get your Heavy Machinery License, and meet the requirements for obtaining the Operator License.
Next Certificate Program Start: 03/31/2025 | Next Associate Degree Program Start: 03/17/2025
Next Certificate Program Start: 03/31/2025 | Next Associate Degree Program Start: 03/17/2025
Next Certificate Program Start: 03/31/2025 | Next Associate Degree Program Start: 03/17/2025
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Are you ready to become an excavator operator? The first step is to find an accredited heavy equipment school—like Heavy Equipment Colleges of America (HEC)—and
How to Operate a Backhoe
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A backhoe loader is a multi-purpose piece of construction equipment, most commonly used for excavations, that is known as a “backhoe” among contractors. The digging
Safety Training in Construction
July 24, 2020
Construction workers face a number of risks every day, so it’s essential for workers to receive proper safety training. Discover the most common safety risks
Must-Have Heavy Equipment For Construction
July 21, 2020
Heavy equipment, sometimes referred to as heavy machinery or heavy-duty vehicles, are used to execute construction tasks. As you evaluate the different types of construction
True Cost of a “Free” Apprenticeship – By David Steenstra, Ph.D.
June 15, 2020
As a professor and former Dean of Business at Ferris State University, I’m often questioned about the cost of a post-secondary education and how that
COVID-19 and the Heavy Equipment Industry
June 9, 2020
As we are aware, COVID-19 has affected businesses – small and large as well as affecting whole industries. Specifically, it has caused manufacturers to temporarily
How to Operate a Bulldozer
May 29, 2020
Are you interested in learning how to become a bulldozer operator? Heavy Equipment Colleges of America offers a wide range of heavy equipment training programs
Top FIVE Heavy Equipment Construction Site Safety Tips
May 27, 2020
Learn the Safety Ropes at HEC At Heavy Equipment Colleges of America (HEC), you can learn the essentials of heavy equipment operation, including lattice boom
Forklift Safety Tips: A Comprehensive Guide
May 19, 2020
Modified Date: January 27, 2025 Driving a forklift takes special training and certification to build the skills and knowledge to keep things running smoothly. As
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