Technical and practical knowledge of heavy equipment and how to use such machines is a vital part of the job for those who operate them at construction sites and elsewhere. The more certified workers an employer has on-site can drastically reduce the number of potentially fatal workplace mishaps. Education of proper equipment and techniques…(Read More)
https://youtu.be/u9ku6g4a5wo HEC student Larry Walden, is a graduate who completed level 1, 2, and crane. When asked about his time at Heavy Equipment Colleges, he replied with a smile, simply saying “it’s awesome”. At HEC, we have excellent training programs that can help students get through school and into the…(Read More)
Inspecting a Backhoe Pre-Shift Inspecting equipment before beginning work in any job setting is important to your own safety and the safety of others. This is especially true when working with heavy equipment machines. Heavy equipment machines are an example of the sort of item you need to inspect carefully each time before operating…(Read More)
In many ways, heavy equipment machines and their operators helped, and are continuing to help, build America. From roads to bridges to skyscrapers and interstates, the use of heavy equipment has played an integral role in development across the country. For those of you who are about to enter the workforce for the first…(Read More)
HEC 2017 Graduate, Willie Fisher, chose Heavy Equipment Colleges of America because he is passionate about construction and wanted to get certified! At HEC, we have excellent training programs that can help students get through school and into the workforce quickly! For more information, call us directly to speak with an admissions representative (888) 879…(Read More)
The next time you drive through the city or town in which you reside, take a minute to look at the buildings and roads around you. Did you ever stop to think about the process and the work that was required to bring these valuable staples of civilization infrastructure into being? Just in case you…(Read More)
2017 Level II graduate, William Stoltenberg, discusses why he decided to continue his education, even with over 16 years of experience in heavy equipment operations! Stoltenberg firmly believes that continuing his training will help him explore more career opportunities in project management, so that is why he decided to take the next steps in his…(Read More)
Whether you are a heavy equipment novice or an experienced operator looking to advance your career, completing a heavy equipment training program offers a number of important professional benefits. Here’s a look at five of the biggest: Professional Certification: Most heavy equipment operator schools offer education and training programs that qualify their graduates to…(Read More)
Are you looking to build your skills and join a booming industry? Whether you are a novice or an experienced regular in this industry, obtaining Heavy Equipment Training can provide you with outstanding benefits. These programs are the pathway to enhance your confidence, employability, mobility opportunities, and even your wages. Heavy Equipment Colleges of America…(Read More)
Watch this short clip, where 2017 graduate, Terrance Hamilton, discusses why he loves the program he selected here at HEC! With a variety of programs to choose from, students have endless possibilities that lead into several career outlooks including equipment operation, site management and preparation, and road construction! If you are looking for an adventure…(Read More)