As with all heavy equipment, an operator using an excavator must be aware of his surroundings at all times. He must also follow all safety precautions and protocols established for the site. This is essential for excavator safety and remaining…
Every day many people drive by construction sites assuming they know what equipment they see building the road or house. In reality, not many of those driving by have any idea what they are looking at; for instance, many people…
When deciding on a heavy equipment training school, it is essential that a prospective operator ensures that the school chosen will have the training that will result in success. This may require a prospective operator to make a huge choice…
Right now, nearly everywhere in the U.S., there are roads being built or repaired. No matter which highway is traveled there is the familiar row of orange barrels leading drivers on a new path or detour. These new projects are…
There are a lot of job opportunities listed on our job site this week. Below are short descriptions of each. If you're interested in one of these positions, feel free to visit our job site for more information and how…
Many skills that are learned in the military are the same skills that are needed in many non-military industries. This is especially true when it comes to the world of construction, engineering and heavy equipment. The discipline and drive instilled…
Once a worker has completed the Heavy Equipment Operator training, he will often head right out to his new career at an engineering or construction company. The new skills that have been taught will begin to become second nature with…
Many people think they have it all figured out when it comes to picking out their profession. But often, they have no idea what a worker in that field really does on a day-to-day basis. A quick review of what…
As we are so close to Christmas and New Year, many employers reduce their recruitment efforts preferring to wait until the new year when there are less distractions. That doesn't mean that all employers stop recruiting - many are still…
Short week this week for job listings, but that doesn't mean the jobs we do have - or the job (singular) - isn't important. Every job is important in the heavy equipment business. This week, we've got a job from…