What Machines Are Used in Construction: Are They All Heavy Vehicle?

Diesel/Heavy Vehicle Mechanic By Advanced Technology Institute|October 14, 2019 |0
What Machines Are Used in Construction: Are They All Heavy Vehicle?

Urbanization is the process of moving rural populations more closely together. There are still amazing opportunities for growth in urban areas around the world. Heavy construction vehicles are a vital part of this growth. Big machines allow construction firms to create the urban neighborhoods of tomorrow. What are some of the most common heavy vehicle

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Are Heavy Vehicles Difficult to Work On: What Training Will I Need?

Diesel/Heavy Vehicle Mechanic By Advanced Technology Institute|October 14, 2019 |0
Are Heavy Vehicles Difficult to Work On: What Training Will I Need?

Heavy vehicles are critical to many industrial activities, including large-scale commerce, farming, construction, mining, forestry, landscaping, transportation, as well as land clearing. A heavy vehicle is defined as a vehicle that has a gross vehicle mass (weight when fully loaded) exceeding 4.5 tons. These vehicles use diesel and need special maintenance provided by heavy vehicle

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What Does a Heavy Vehicle Technician Do in their Job?

Diesel/Heavy Vehicle Mechanic By Advanced Technology Institute|October 2, 2019 |0
What Does a Heavy Vehicle Technician Do in their Job?

Heavy vehicles are very important in the large scale commercial, agriculture and industry, and they require heavy vehicle professionals to keep them running properly. Heavy vehicles like bulldozers, trucks and trains require special maintenance in order to promote safety and optimal performance. Heavy vehicle mechanics and technicians are responsible for the upkeep of the engines

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What is Heavy Vehicle Repair Like in Hampton Roads, VA?

Diesel/Heavy Vehicle Mechanic By Advanced Technology Institute|September 30, 2019 |0
What is Heavy Vehicle Repair Like in Hampton Roads, VA?

Heavy vehicle repair is a vocation that requires mechanics who can diagnose, maintain, and make repairs to equipment used in agriculture, construction, transportation, manufacturing, shipbuilding and repair, and road building. Technicians also need skills in tuning up and testing vehicles, in addition to replacing or repairing faulty parts. What a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Does It’s

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Heavy Vehicle Education: Why Should I Earn a Degree in this Field?

Diesel/Heavy Vehicle Mechanic By Advanced Technology Institute|August 28, 2019 |0
Heavy Vehicle Education: Why Should I Earn a Degree in this Field?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for skilled heavy vehicle and mobile equipment service technicians will add an additional 14,900 job positions between 2016 and 2026. These rewarding careers are also highly competitive. For those seeking a career in the heavy vehicle field, education is a key element in achieving the desired

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Heavy Vehicle Mechanic: A New Career Path for Me?

Diesel/Heavy Vehicle Mechanic By Advanced Technology Institute|July 22, 2019 |0
Heavy Vehicle Mechanic: A New Career Path for Me?

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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Heavy Vehicle Jobs in Hampton Roads: What Education Will I Need?

Diesel/Heavy Vehicle Mechanic By Advanced Technology Institute|June 17, 2019 |0
Heavy Vehicle Jobs in Hampton Roads: What Education Will I Need?

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,

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Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Classes and Training in Virginia Beach, VA

Diesel/Heavy Vehicle Mechanic By Advanced Technology Institute|June 12, 2019 |0
Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Classes and Training in Virginia Beach, VA

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

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Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Training in Norfolk, VA: What Do I Need to Know?

Diesel/Heavy Vehicle Mechanic By Advanced Technology Institute|May 8, 2019 |0
Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Training in Norfolk, VA: What Do I Need to Know?

The numbers don’t lie. In 2016, which is the last year information is available, the country’s roads were full of heavy vehicles. In fact, there were more than 8.7 million single-unit trucks, 2.7 million tractor-trailers, and nearly 1 million buses, according to data compiled by the U.S. Department of Transportation. And these vehicles did a

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