The 4 Types of Most Common Forklifts
For anyone looking to start their career in heavy equipment operation, being able to properly use and operate a forklift is a critical skill. Forklifts are versatile and can be…
The Evolution of Lattice Boom Crane Usage
Before the invention of cranes, the act of building required lifting objects manually. As societies developed and advanced, so did the mechanical means to build the civilizations these societies lived…
HEC Locations
For those looking for a job outside the norms of a 9 to 5, switching careers, or veterans transitioning to civilian life, HEC has provided training that specializes in preparing…
Lattice Boom Crawler Crane – Parts & Functions
About Cranes Overview Construction teams use cranes on practically every job site. These heavy-duty machines can lift up to 18 metric tons and reach as high as 230 feet—depending on…
Why You Should Choose a Career in Heavy Equipment Operation
Are you wondering whether a career in heavy equipment operation is the next best step for you? HEC's accelerated training programs teach students how to operate heavy equipment with safety…
Tips to Find Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs
Looking for a job in the heavy equipment or construction industry? Many of the men and women who’ve helped build and maintain the public infrastructure we enjoy today were in…
Tower Crane Operator Handbook
Tower cranes are key to building higher and lifting heavy materials. While it’s true that all cranes serve a similar purpose, tower cranes excel in these categories. You can often…
Upwardly mobile: becoming a crane operator has never been such a rewarding career option
Latest figures on crane operator salaries show a national annual wage of $64,000 while the top 10% in New Jersey earn $117,000/year; the most lucrative states to work in are…
Backhoe: Parts and Functions
When construction crews need to accomplish landscaping tasks such as clearing trees, creating small ponds, or moving topsoil, they use a backhoe loader. These versatile machines are great assets to…
OSHA 2021 Guidelines For Construction Industry
America’s roads, bridges, and buildings will always need to be maintained and repaired, which means the construction industry is rife with opportunities. Thinking about entering the construction industry? With the…