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What Should I Include in My Resume for Heavy Equipment Operator Job?

Now that you’ve decided on your new career in construction and heavy equipment, you may be wondering how to get a job in the industry. Writing a resume is one of the first steps you’ll want to take—even if you find a job posting through someone you know or at a job...

5 Tips for Staying Safe When You Operate Heavy Equipment

On any construction site, safety is everyone’s responsibility. Each worker, regardless of their position, must always remain diligent and maintain steadfast attention to detail in order to ensure that no unnecessary risks are taken. This is especially true if you...

What Is an Excavator?

At the end of the day, no matter how many fancy, advanced pieces of equipment get brought to a jobsite, the primary objective will always be to dig up earth in preparation for building. One of the most common pieces of equipment on a construction site—and, therefore,...

What Can a Mobile Crane Lift?

If you’re considering going into professional heavy equipment training, you might have looked into the Crane Operator & Rigger program at West Coast Training. You may think this category is more narrow than some of our other classes, but the truth is, there are...

Do You Need a Driver’s License to Operate Heavy Machinery?

A career operating heavy machinery such as cranes or dozers can be a challenging, rewarding, and lucrative one. However, the construction industry is very competitive, and potential employers will be looking for candidates who are highly qualified to get behind the...

4 More Machines You Can Operate With Heavy Equipment Training

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Do You Need a CDL to Operate Heavy Equipment?

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What Will I Learn In Excavator Training Near Me?

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