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Career Services Can Help

If you are looking to advance your career, get started in a new field, or just for a new job, you can benefit from career services. Career Services offers a variety of services and can be a great deal of help to students at different schools, including those who are undergoing specialized training.

What Can Career Services Do For Me?

Career Services offers a variety of services to help you during your job hunt. They host job fairs, post job openings, help with resumes and applications, and host employers who need to recruit students who are nearing graduation. Career services can even help you properly plan and choose a profession that best suits your interests and needs.

A counselor with career services can help you choose the right field of study. This is true if you have a career that you are interested in or if you don’t have any idea as to what you want to do with your life. They can use self-assessment processes to take a look at your values, interests, personality, and abilities. They will then go over your possibilities and help you – based on the assessment results – figure out suitable options for a career.

They can also help you with your resume and with writing cover letters so you can make a good first impression and get called for an interview. They can also help you prepare for an interview, so you can present yourself well and so you will know how to properly respond to the questions and show the interviewer your strengths and capabilities. Mock interviews can take you farther in the job application process.

Take Advantage Of This Help

You should take advantage of the services available from the career services team at your school. That way, you can find opportunities in your chosen field upon graduation.

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Soft Skills Training

If you are ready to head out into the construction industry because you have the proper training for operating heavy equipment and machinery, or you have the proper certifications for a specific job you may need to brush up on your soft skills. Without the proper soft skills training, you will not be able to land that job that you trained for. Soft skills involve content in three critical areas – interpersonal skills, logical skills, and communication skills.

Interpersonal skills involve collaboration and successful teamwork while logic skills involve your decision-making and critical thinking and communication skills pertaining to listing and speaking. You will need all these skills to have a successful job interview, and you will also need these skills to be able to handle daily tasks out in the field and to work well with others. After all, construction is a team effort.

When you go to a training school to learn how to be a professional driver, to become a crane operator or a signalperson or how to operate that heavy equipment, you will most likely have some soft skills training as well. Most schools take their role seriously and will work to ensure that you are prepared to enter the workforce and succeed in your career choice. Soft skills are needed to succeed on all levels.

How To Find Work

With soft skills training, you will learn the best approaches to finding work. This can include job hunt techniques, resume building, application completion, and basic communication skills that are necessary for a successful job interview. Soft skills training should include going over possible interview questions and knowing the best way to answer them. You want to be honest and straightforward when responding to interview questions, so this kind of training can help you prepare for those situations.

When you attend Associated Training Services, you will learn all the different aspects of your chosen field. Plus, you will sharpen up your soft skills. To learn more about ATS, call (800) 383-7364 today.

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Careers in the Skilled Trades

Workers are always needed to do jobs that fall into the skilled trades category. These jobs include plumbing, masonry, carpentry, masons, plasterers, painters, glaziers, and any of the building trades. With more construction projects underway with a demand for more residential and commercial buildings, there is an increase in jobs for those who are trained in skilled trades.

A skilled tradesman or tradeswoman must undergo hands-on training and have experience in their field, so they can ensure that they do the job properly and to specification. To be a skilled tradesperson, one usually goes to a trade skill or vocational skill to get the needed skills. These are jobs that once required an apprenticeship to get into the field.

Other skilled trades include riggers, heavy equipment operators, electricians, general maintenance and repair workers, CNC machine tool operators and programmers, machinists, and many other jobs.

The Outlook

Job growth in the skilled trades is higher than in the workforce in general and these jobs also have higher than average salaries. If you have graduated high school, or if you have served in the military and you are now looking for a career, a job in the skilled trades could offer you a rewarding career. There are dozens of options, so there is bound to be a job in a field that interests you.

Getting The Proper Training

Associated Training Services (ATS) offers hands-on training in the construction and heavy equipment industry. Since 1959 the school has trained many workers to take on jobs in the skilled trades. Training programs prepare students for jobs in these fields:

  • Crane operators
  • Riggers
  • Signalperson
  • Heavy equipment operators
  • Truck driver training
  • Directional drillers

ATS offers financial assistance and participates in the GI bill. ATS has two national third-party credentials through the National Center for Construction Education & Research and the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators. To learn more about the programs, call (800) 383-7364 today.

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Career Fairs and Finding Employment

Career fairs are a great place to find different job industries in the construction industry. According to Indeed.com, more than 117 career fairs nationwide include construction job openings. There are dozens of different kinds of job opportunities in the construction field. These openings include positions for heavy equipment operators, commercial truck drivers, and crane operators.

If you are a seasoned construction professional or if you are a recent graduate of a training program, you can find opportunities at career fairs. You can introduce yourself to managers in the industry, and you can let them know you are in the market for a career opportunity and your abilities.

Different Construction Opportunities at Career Fairs

There are dozens of opportunities in the construction field. These jobs could involve infrastructure construction and design, the housing industry, building, and remodeling commercial facilities, and projects in the hospitality industry. There are also job openings in the gas and oil industry, and for trucking companies that transport goods and materials across the country.

If you are looking for a career in the construction industry, or if you are attending a specialized training program where you are learning a specific job in the construction field, you can benefit greatly from attending job fairs. Before going to a job fair, have all your documents in place. That means take a well-manicured resume with a copy of your high school diploma, and any other certificates or credentials that you may have.

Getting Training

If you are interested in a career in the construction industry. Associated Training Services (ATS) offers hands-on training for those who are wanting to enter the construction industry. To learn more about ATS, call (800) 383-7364.

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Education and Career Services

ATS Career Services

The construction industry is growing. With more infrastructure projects expected to be underway within the next decade, there is expected to be a growing need for more people to fill the various roles. To get employment in one of these positions, you will need the proper training and certifications. You should enlist the help of a reputable training school. ATS offers career services, which will help you determine which program is the best for your specific needs and how to proceed and finance your education, so you can pursue your career goals.

Why Education At ATS?

ATS abides by its motto of quality, integrity, and pride. The family-operated training facility was established in 1959. The family remains dedicated to their motto and to every student that enters a program offered by ATS. ATS takes pride in offering quality training and education. All training and educational programs are led by highly-qualified and well-trained instructors or teachers. Because the quality of the training and education obtained by the students is directly related to the instructor quality, we strive to hire and train the most qualified educators in the field. We have a team of instructors who have experience in the industry pertaining to the subject matter, extensive knowledge of the subject matter, confidence in their skills, understanding, and excellent communication skills.

Offering Various Specialized Training Programs

We offer various training programs because we understand that various industries that work on construction projects require a spectrum of knowledge, skills, and equipment. Also, employer needs can vary significantly based on the kind of work that is done, the operational environment, and the regulations. With a dedicated, skilled, and knowledgeable team of educators and instructors who can implement and design mobile cranes, rigging and signaling, commercial vehicle training, and heavy equipment training, we can address the needs of the construction industry and ensure the students have the training and skills they need to be well-prepared to enter the workforce and perform their work duties safely.

Accredited and Certified

ATS is accredited and certified. Our school is an accredited sponsor through the National Center for Construction Education and Research, an approved test site and registered training provider of the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators, a certified training provider under the Workforce Development Act, approved as an eligible training school for veterans by the Federal Department of Veterans Affairs and is licensed and approved in five states by their educational approval boards. ATS is a longtime Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating.

To talk with a career services expert at ATS and to determine which program is best for your needs, call (800) 383-7364 today. One of our knowledgeable staff members will take the time to learn about you, your goals, and your expectations, so you can get on track to a successful career in the construction industry.

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Exciting New Job Opportunities!!

Have you ever considered a career in the construction industry? Becoming a CDL truck driver, heavy equipment operator or mobile crane operator can open up exciting new job opportunities. Here are some companies that have recently hired our graduates:

  • Amherst, WI hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers.
  • Murray, KY hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers.
  • Houston, TX hiring heavy equipment operators.
  • Oconto, WI hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers.
  • Malone, WI hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers.
  • Flint, MI hiring mobile crane operators and riggers.
  • Greenville, NC hiring mobile crane operators.
  • Green Bay, WI hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers.
  • Neenah, WI hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers.
  • Houston TX hiring heavy equipment operators.
  • La Porte, TX hiring mobile crane operators.
  • Thorton, CO hiring mobile crane operators.
  • Wautoma, WI hiring heavy equipment operators with Class-A CDL.
  • Piqua, OH hiring heavy equipment operators with Class-A CDL.
  • Merrimac, WI hiring heavy equipment operators with Class-A CDL.
  • Sun Prairie, WI hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers.
  • Whitewater, WI hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers.
  • Wyandanch, NY hiring mobile crane operators.

These are just a few of the job opportunities for truck drivers, mobile crane operators, and heavy equipment operators. Companies in these industries are always looking for new and experienced operators.

If you are thinking about a job in truck driving or becoming a heavy equipment operator, ATS heavy equipment school is a great place to start. We offer instructive classes as well as in-the-seat training for various machinery. You can also find more information about jobs in your area or across the U.S. through the Total Resources Network job board which is accessible to all students and graduates of Associated Training Services and Diesel Driving School. Please contact us for more information and begin your exciting new career as a heavy equipment operator, mobile crane operator, or commercial truck driver today!

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Job Leads, March 11, 2017

Are you an experienced truck driver? Are you looking for job leads? Are you interested in or have you ever considered a career as a truck driver? Becoming a truck driver or heavy equipment operator can open up exciting new job opportunities that span across the country. In fact, the following companies are looking for new and experienced truck drivers and crane operators who currently hold a Class A CDL license:

  • FENNIMORE, WI Hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers.
  • MADISON, WI Hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers.
  • SPARTANBURG, SC Hiring mobile crane operators.
  • GAITHERSBURG, MD Hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers.

There are more job opportunities than the ones listed above. Truck driving and heavy equipment job opportunities are all over the country. Companies in the transportation industry are always looking for new and experienced drivers to transport goods both on a local level and over the road/long distance. You can join a local fleet or even check into working for the federal government.

If you are thinking about a job in truck driving or becoming a heavy equipment operator, the ATS Heavy Equipment School is a great place to start. We offer instructive classes as well as in-the-seat training for various machinery. You can also find more information about jobs in your area or across the U.S. through the Total Resources Network job board—which is accessible to all students and graduates of the ATS Heavy Equipment School.

ATS Heavy Equipment School is nationally recognized by companies that specialize in earth moving, construction, and excavation. Please contact ATS Heavy Equipment School for more information and begin your exciting new career today!

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Heavy Equipment Job Leads, February 4, 2017

Are you an experienced truck driver or interested in truck driving? Employers in the following cities and locations are looking for drivers with a Class-A CDL driver’s license:

  • HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL – HIRING CLASS-A CDL TRUCK DRIVERS.
  • SHEBOYGAN, WI – HIRING HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS WITH CLASS-A CDL.
  • MORGAN, MN – HIRING CLASS-A CDL TRUCK DRIVERS.
  • ROCKLAND, ME – HIRING CLASS-A CDL TRUCK DRIVERS.
  • FALMOUTH, ME – HIRING CLASS-A CDL TRUCK DRIVERS.
  • BARRON, WI – HIRING CLASS-A CDL TRUCK DRIVERS.
  • CEDAR RAPIDS, IA – HIRING CLASS-A CDL TRUCK DRIVERS.
  • EL PASO, TX – HIRING CLASS-A CDL TRUCK DRIVERS.
  • OMAHA, NE – HIRING CLASS-A CDL TRUCK DRIVERS.
  • NORTH FREEDOM, WI – HIRING CLASS-A CDL TRUCK DRIVERS.
  • FENTON, MO – HIRING CLASS-A CDL TRUCK DRIVERS.
  • GREENVILLE, SC – HIRING CLASS-A CDL TRUCK DRIVERS.
  • COUNTRYSIDE, IL – HIRING CLASS-A CDL TRUCK DRIVERS.

There are plenty more job leads where these came from. Truck driving jobs exist all over the country. Local truck driving jobs and over-the-road jobs are growing by the dozen. Join a private fleet of truck drivers or work for a municipality. Even the federal government hires truck drivers on a regular basis.

Total Resources Network is a job board that is accessible to all students and graduates of the ATS Heavy Equipment School. For more information and where truck driving jobs are in your area, look at the Total Resources Network job board.

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Heavy Equipment Job Leads, January 14, 2017

Look at all the possible jobs you can have as a graduate of ATS! Check with our Employment Department for more details.

  • WILLMAR, MN — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • DURHAM, NC — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • CHATTANOOGA, TN — hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • CASSVILLE, WI — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • SAN ANTONIO, TX — hiring mobile crane operators and riggers
  • JEFFERSON, WI — hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • LODI, WI — hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • LONG BEACH, CA — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • JAMESTOWN, NY — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • YADKINVILLE, NC — hiring mobile crane operators and riggers
  • ROGERS, AR — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • BRIDGEWATER, NJ — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • MOOREHEAD, MN — hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • IRVING, TX — hiring heavy equipment operators.
  • POMPANO BEACH, FL — hiring mobile crane operators and riggers
  • GREEN BAY, WI — hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • DETROIT, MI — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • AMHERST, WI — hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • QUINCY, IL — hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • VANCOUVER, WA — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • ESCONDIDO, CA — hiring mobile crane operators and riggers
  • MEDFORD, WI — hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • HALLOCK, MN — hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • MADISON, WI — hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • OWENSVILLE, IN — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • HOUSTON, TX — hiring mobile crane operators and riggers
  • OMAHA, NE — hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • ISANTI, MN — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • IRON MOUNTAIN, MI — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • PERU, IN — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • MAIDEN ROCK, WI — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • WAKARUSA, IN — hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • NEILLSVILLE, WI — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • DES PLAINES, IL — hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • FREEPORT, NY — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • NEWBERRY, FL — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • BEAVER, OK — hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • MENOMONEE FALLS, WI — hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • THE WOODLANDS, TX — hiring mobile crane operators
  • RENVILLE, MN — hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • QUINCY, IL — hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • OLATHE, KS — hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • AUSTIN, TX — hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • TAMPA, FL — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • CHERRY HILL, NJ –hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • MENTOR, OH — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • WHITEWATER, WI –hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • GOOSE CREEK, SC — hiring mobile crane operators
  • COLCHESTER, IL — hiring mobile crane operators
  • NEENAH, WI –hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • PIEDMONT, SD — hiring mobile crane operators with Class-A CDL
  • ROCKFORD, IL — hiring heavy equipment operators with Class-A CDL
  • SPRINGFIELD, IL — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • FITCHBURG, WI –hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • SAINT PAUL, MN –hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • NAPLES, FL –hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • MARSHFIELD, WI –hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • AUSTIN, TX — hiring heavy equipment operators and mobile crane operators
  • GRAND PRAIRIE, TX — hiring mobile crane operators
  • DE PERE, WI — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • INDIANAPOLIS, IN –hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • TIOGA, ND — hiring heavy equipment operators
  • HUMBLE, TX — hiring mobile crane operators and riggers
  • MCFARLAND, WI — hiring heavy equipment operators

Every one of these openings is a testimony to the need for skilled professionals today. Get your training and get started on a career you can count on.

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Heavy Equipment Job Leads, December 3, 2016

How does a company decide which of the many applicants to hire? They look at things like training. When the company is familiar with a training school like ATS, that company has a good idea about the skills attained. That’s why ATS gets companies coming to our Employment Assistance department with job openings all over the country:

  • Hartford, WI. — Hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • Amherst, WI. — Hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • Chattanooga, TN. — Hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • Ukiah, CA. — Hiring mobile crane operators
  • St Louis, MO. — Hiring mobile crane operators
  • Green Bay, WI. — Hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • Amherst, WI. — Hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • Fitchburg, WI. — Hiring heavy equipment operators
  • De Forest, WI. — Hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • Bozeman, MT. — Hiring heavy equipment operators
  • Reeseville, WI. — Hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • North Canton, OH. — Hiring heavy equipment operators
  • Merrill, WI. — Hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • Virginia Beach, VA. — Hiring heavy equipment operators
  • Wilder, ID. — Hiring Class-A CDL truck drivers
  • Random Lake, WI. — Hiring heavy equipment operators
  • Cordova, TN. — Hiring heavy equipment operators
  • Frisco, CO. — Hiring heavy equipment operators
  • Kershaw, SC. — Hiring heavy equipment operators
  • Bayonne, NJ. — Hiring mobile crane operators

But there is more to landing a job than being qualified for the position. You have to have a resume that gets you an interview, and interview skills that get you hired. That’s why the “soft skills” of job hunting are part of the curriculum at ATS. You learn how to do the job AND how to get the job. What’s more, we offer lifetime employment assistance to our graduates because as life changes your job needs change, too.

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