Mark Saggus, a Mobile Crane Instructor at HEC, knows the value of education as a means to better yourself. Whether you’re searching for your calling or want to switch paths, getting an education is a great place to start. Take it from Mark, who started off as a student himself learning about cranes but now teaches students how to operate
On March 30th, 2021, President Biden announced and outlined his 2 trillion dollar plan to revive the economy. According to Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW), the majority of this money—$1.5 trillion—will go directly towards infrastructure. The Biden-Harris infrastructure program would also create about 15 million jobs related to infrastructure. That means the job market for construction,
Bulldozers are primarily used for moving or removing heavy materials from an area. They are primarily found in construction sites, farms, and similar settings. Interestingly enough, bulldozers are technically classified as a tractor. What separates a typical farm tractor from a bulldozer is that a bulldozer has a large metal plate in the front for pushing or carrying materials. While
Interested in a forklift operator career? Here’s a guide on how forklift works, their parts, controls, and types.
Safety is essential to any heavy equipment operation. Training programs stress operation safety for a reason—heavy equipment can be seriously harmful or potentially deadly if operated incorrectly. If you’re new to a bulldozer machine, one of the most important things to learn is safety. This can help you operate a bulldozer correctly while keeping you, others, and the construction site
If you’re not sure how to get your crane operator license, Heavy Equipment Colleges of America (HEC) is here to help. As the leading crane operator school in California, Georgia, and Oklahoma, HEC knows what it takes to qualify for an accredited training program and obtain your license. Keep reading to learn more. About Crane Certification OSHA (Occupational Safety and
Before operating a forklift, a significant amount of training, practice, and inspecting should be performed. Forklifts are most commonly used in warehouses but are certainly not limited to warehouse use. The confines of a warehouse often make forklift operation dangerous, as you are likely to be moving heavy objects in tight spaces. Here is a complete guide on how to
Almost everything you see around you is created with the help of a backhoe. Construction of residential buildings, commercial buildings, pavement and roads, and bridges were all constructed with the help of a backhoe. This versatile machine can excavate, move materials, push soil or snow, break asphalt, and more. Because it is such a common machine in the construction industry,
Learn how HEC crane operator training can further your career path A Crane Operator Career in the Construction Industry Likes working outdoors. Good with your hands. Great with machines. Enjoys building things that last. If you check all the boxes, you might just excel as a crane operator. Instead of working in a cubicle, make the outdoors your workspace! As
Bill Keever, West Region President of the Heavy Equipment Colleges of America, knows that decisions determine destiny. No matter where you are today, you can improve your life by making the right decisions—and one of the best decisions is to get educated on something. Check out this heavy equipment faculty spotlight below. From Army Member to HEC Region President “I
Whether you work on a construction site or a loading dock, cranes are a central part of your workplace. Knowing the different parts of the cranes you use, along with their functions, can help you optimize operations and reduce risks. Check out our guide below to learn about the key parts of a crane and what purpose they serve. Table
Table of Contents If you are looking for an exciting, hands-on career with options, growth, and good pay, then the heavy equipment industry could be for you. Read on to find out why you should choose a heavy equipment career. About the Heavy Equipment Industry Heavy equipment is the backbone of any construction site and any building project. It is
Take a quick look at goals, interests, and skills to see if Heavy Equipment or Crane Operation is right for you. This easy quiz will guide you through the process.
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