It’s hard to imagine surviving Virginia’s hot, humid summers and chilly winters without a good HVAC system, as people did decades ago. Fortunately, most homes and businesses in this state come equipped with well-designed HVAC systems, so that Virginians can go about their business at home, school or work without giving too much thought to
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Maritime welding is a process that produces coalescence of material by heating them to its welding temperature, with or without application of pressure or use of filler metal. Maritime welding can be performed both offshore and/or at the docks during the shipbuilding processes. Modern welding techniques are employed in shipbuilding. Before, welding ships were being
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Welding skills open the door to a wide variety of careers, in industry, manufacturing, construction, heavy machinery, engineering, robotics, and many more. In the Hampton Roads area, one of the best jobs a welder can aspire to is in the maritime industry. Opportunities in Maritime Welding In our region, most welders will be working in
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The trucking industry, like many blue-collar industries, historically has been comprised of men. This is especially true when it comes to long-distance, multiple-day trucking jobs. But times, they are changing and trucking jobs for women are not only on the rise, but many women finding driving a truck to have unique and outstanding benefits for
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You see them on the freeways of America, in big cities and small towns. They make their living hauling the goods that build, feed, and entertain people from coast to coast. Some would say they’re the lifeblood of the country’s economy. They are professional truck drivers — and you can join their ranks. According to
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Some areas of the country have a great demand for heavy vehicle professionals. The Hampton Roads, Virginia area is one of those places. However, what are some typical jobs for heavy vehicle operators in the Hampton Roads area? What education and qualifications does someone need to land one of these jobs? How does a formal
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There’s much more to being a mechanic than working on cars or motorcycles. In fact, heavy vehicles with diesel engines require mechanics who specialize in them. That’s because diesel engine technology is quite different from gasoline engine technology. This means that businesses that rely on heavy vehicles need mechanics who specialize in diesel engine technology.
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Automotive mechanics help everyday commuters, businesses, and municipalities deliver goods, passengers, and services to their intended destinations. Keeping these vehicles in working order is vital to the economy and the continued comfort of our way of life. If you’re interested in becoming a mechanic, you might be wondering, what is it like to be an
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Mechanics. You’ll find them on Main Street and motorways and anywhere people rely on vehicles to go from here to there. They work on, repair, maintain, and rebuild engines inside cars, trucks, SUVs, and everything in between. They know their way around Ferraris and Fords, Chevrolets and Subarus, and anything with a gas-powered engine, whether
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Successful job applicants are those who have the skills employers need. As a certified HVAC technician, you could earn your place as a member of a growing group of professionals who have the skills 21st century employers need to fill their ranks. Obtaining an HVAC certification opens doors to a secure career in an industry
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Looking for a steady, near recession-proof industry? Look no further than Virginia’s HVAC industry. In a climate like ours where winters are chilly and summers are warm and muggy, it’s pretty much a given that work will be steady most of the year. People may put off HVAC repairs, maintenance, and installations, but eventually, homeowners
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Later this year, the USS Delaware will likely be launched. It is a marvel of modern engineering. It weighs 7,800 tons, is 377 feet in length, can travel 25 knots while submerged, will never need require refueling, and is the Navy’s latest “fast-attack” submarine. And it could not have been built without Hampton Roads welders.
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