There is a certain fascination with working as a crane operator. Everyone wants to reach the lofty heights of a highrise crane operator, and I do mean lofty heights. Some of those cranes "walk" their way up the building as…
Heavy equipment operators are often in high demand, especially when major construction projects are scheduled. Taking that first step to becoming a heavy equipment operator is always tough. You need to justify the time and expense required to undertake heavy…
One practice that has been around for a long time is that of relay truck driving. It's a practice that can be traced back to the stage coach days where stage coach drivers would handle a team for 8-10 hours.…
Associated Training Services is beginning a new column this week that we hope will become one of your favorites. We'll be highlighting job listings within the heavy equipment industry. There are a lot of them and we expect the list…
Skid steer loaders are often looked down upon by construction crews, yet they are one of the busiest and most versatile machines in use. In fact, many operators will brag that if a skid steer can't do it, then it…
Over the years the Occupational Safety and Health Authority (OSHA) have established guidelines and minimum requirements for workers engaged in different industries. In the construction industry, there are a range of occupations that have been looked at in order to…
Workplace safety is a big issue across the nation and there has been a lot of attention given to the construction industry in general. Building sites are dangerous places for those who are not fully aware of what is going…
A career as a heavy equipment operator can be very rewarding. For some, learning to operate basic equipment such as bulldozers, graders, and excavators is just the start of a journey that takes them through some of the more complex…
Transitioning from a heavy equipment training school to a full time job as a heavy equipment operator can seem daunting. It's true of every new career unless you have had some experience in that particular industry. Jobs are advertised in…
I am, perhaps, exaggerating a little when I compare modern heavy equipment technology with an Xbox - but only a little. The technology that is found in modern heavy equipment is certainly of Xbox quality with computer microchips controlling many…