Do you hear it? It’s the wind whipping over and around your cab. It’s the tires thrumming as you make your way around the country’s freeways. It’s roar of the diesel engine, the brakes, and the sound of money in the bank. It’s trucking–and it sounds an awful lot like freedom. Being a truck driver [...]
Trucking continues to be a profession in which newly minted drivers have excellent prospects of being hired. Despite the fact trucking offers a competitive salary and independent working conditions for drivers, most trucking companies are having a hard time filling the quota of drivers they need. Older drivers are reaching retirement age and leaving the [...]
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the need for heavy vehicle operators like construction equipment operators will increase by 12% over the next decade. This represents solid career options for those who are interested in this field. Some areas of the country have a greater demand for these heavy vehicle professionals. The Hampton Roads, [...]
Skilled heavy vehicle mechanics and those who know how to maintain diesel engines could find themselves in many diverse fields: transportation (buses, diesel engines), farming, railroad, mining, agriculture, and forestry, to name a few. In our region, this also could include working for military installations, maritime, trucking, and construction firms. If you’ve got an interest [...]
“Accelerated education” is a program that is flexible enough to include all age groups. An Associate in Occupational Science with a concentration in Automotive Technology Service Management (AOS) degree traditionally takes over 2 years to complete. With accelerated education program and a choice of scheduling options, you could earn your AOS degree in just 21 [...]
Automobiles have evolved and advanced considerably over the past 30 years. While knowing how to wield a wrench is still a vital skill for mechanics, much more is needed to keep today’s modern machines operational. With advancements happening at a rapidly increasing rate, 21st century mechanics are entering a career field where the ability to [...]
When searching for a career path, a good thing to ask yourself is whether a prospective career serves a need. Meaning, is it something that everyone requires or would you be doing something more niche, catering to human wants rather than needs? By this measurement, HVAC is an incredible career to choose. Unless you live [...]
If you’ve been considering the HVAC field as a career, you’ve probably been weighing whether to enroll in a formal vocational program or to seek an apprenticeship and get on-the-job training. There are advantages to both paths, so let’s look at them and you can decide. HVAC as a Career The heating, ventilation, air conditioning [...]
Welding is an excellent career choice for individuals who enjoy working with their hands and aren’t afraid of heat and sparks. This job depends on a high level of skills, knowledge, and good eye-hand coordination. Welding is a part of everything from aircraft frames, buildings, trains to bridges. The stability and strength of structures made [...]
Are you interested in pursuing a career in welding? If so, then you have some exciting days ahead of you. Welding is a great career choice for those individuals who enjoy working with their hands and get a sense of accomplishment out of building and repairing things. The United States isn’t just one of the [...]
According to projections from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the need for qualified tractor-trailer truck drivers will rise by 6% over the next ten years. While this demand is a nationwide phenomenon, some areas of the country require a higher concentration of drivers to facilitate the delivery of goods and services. Virginia is a major [...]
Is it time to make a big change in your life? Maybe you’re just graduating high school and looking at different options or maybe you’ve been working retail for the last ten years and you’re ready for something new, something big. Whatever the case, one great career move that is easy to do and can [...]
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