Many jobs or roles in the crane, rigging, and specialized transport sector of the construction industry may be of interest to your welders, mechanics, and students who desire a change of scenery day to day. Even more important is the difference these individuals make as they are part of a team building America’s infrastructure, cities,…

Lift & Move recently launched a Workforce Ambassador program! This is a group of companies committed to raising industry awareness through community engagement.  What does this mean for the students and educators? Workforce Ambassadors are companies who are looking to provide classroom presentations, attend career fairs, host facility visits, and more!  To review a list…

Are you an educator working with a company or vice versa? We’d love to feature you and your school/company partnership in the bimonthly newsletter to over 5,000 workforce development professionals. The success stories are the best way to celebrate and encourage others to reach out to establish these necessary educator/industry partnerships. To submit a story…

The labor shortage has been discussed for years within the crane, rigging, and specialized transport sector and projections indicate the craft labor shortage to broaden in an NPR article “America Needs Carpenters and Plumbers, Gen Z Doesn’t seem interested” Iverson said, “Now especially, there’s an urgency to fill open posts, as the federal government funnels…

Two years after many U.S. businesses temporarily shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic, America’s blue-collar workforce feels they are more respected and appreciated, and even more in-demand than before the pandemic, according to a new survey from The Harris Poll, commissioned by Express Employment International. The white paper “Industries of Opportunity in Blue Collar America: Rising Wages,…

TikTok is the sixth most-used social platform behind Facebook, YouTube, WhatsApp, Instagram and WeChat. With more than 656 million downloads in 2021 – it’s earned a spot as the most downloaded app of 2021 – and is generally seen as a fun and entertaining app by students and teens.         “All my…

Next Application Deadline is December 31 and February 28 Do you need training? Do your students want to start obtaining skills needed to be hired? We can help pay for it. Scholarships for driver school, certifications, vocational/technical courses, and training are provided through the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Foundation (SC&RF) Scholarship program and are open…

Over half of crane, rigging and specialized transport companies employ a union labor force. Union apprenticeship programs are an excellent option for high school students seeking a career in the industry as they provide on the job experience, training, and mentorship programs – all while getting paid. Several unions with many specialties are required to…

American Cranes & Transport Magazine addressed 9 key areas of President Biden’s bill which is promising to transform the nation’s crumbling transportation infrastructure.  The plan includes roads, bridges, rail, aviation, ports, and waterways. The end result will be the ability to move goods faster, cheaper and cleaner. The “Rail Revolution” aims to reduce pollution and…

The infamous Myers-Briggs test provides insight into strengths and aligns to many career options, but what about the trades? Or more specifically, how do these interests align with careers in crane, rigging and specialized transportation? Here are a couple of career options aligned to personality types outlined by “Love to Know.” https://jobs.lovetoknow.com/Career_Choices_According_to_Myers-Briggs_Type ESTJ: The Practical…

The SC&RF (Specialized Carriers & Rigging Foundation) continues its scholarship program to address the skilled labor gap in our industry. In addition to tuition assistance, our program awards tuition for training courses with “Partners In Education.” Both In-person and online Training courses available include: –  Rigging (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced) –   Signal Person –  Crane Operator (Beginner) Scholarships…

The SC&RA (Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association) hosted a virtual competition in 2020 for companies in the industry. Known as the Job of the Year competition, it is the most prestigious award given in our industry. Recently, SC&RA launched a YouTube channel to showcase the contenders for this coveted prize. The video compilation serves as…

President Biden’s new infrastructure plan outlines repairs for bridges, roads and public transit. Biden noted earlier this month, “If we pass this plan, the economy will create 19 million jobs.” Should it pass, this $2.3 trillion dollar plan could ultimately lead to 19 million new jobs by 2030, 90% of which would not require a…

Personality tests and career exploration exercises often outline possible careers in the medical field, teaching, business and even design or art – but does your personality or similarly related tests indicate an aptitude for a career in crane, rigging or specialized transport? The following are common personality traits noted in the Holland Career Test for…

Next Application Deadline is April 30 You need training and we can help pay for it. Scholarships for vocational/technical courses and training are provided through the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Foundation (SC&RF) Scholarship program and are open to the public. Additionally, seats with reduced or free tuition are available with Partners in Education organizations and…

Approximately 51% of the crane, rigging and specialized transport companies have contracts with unions to employ their labor force. Union apprenticeship programs are an excellent option for high school students seeking a career in the industry as they provide on the job experience, training and mentorship programs – all while getting paid. Several unions with…

See what real women think about their role in the construction and transport industry. The SC&RF Video Blog features interviews highlighting what drives them and ultimately what their experiences have been in the industry. Hear from a female scholarship winner seeking her CDL to advance her career aspirations in rigging, the owner of a crane company,…

Throughout the month of March, women with a passion for the crane, rigging and specialized transport industry were acknowledged, celebrated and recognized for their long careers, hard work, dedication and many other contributions to the industry. Females make up less than 10.5% of the overall construction workforce. In a male-dominated industry, women are “cracking glass…

A recent article published by Tech Ed magazine, explains the differences between internships and apprenticeships, and offers great suggestions for how to find an internship in your area. Networking, using social media and job boards are traditional ways for high school and post-secondary students to land an internship. But if you are specifically interested in…

SC&RA member company Sims Crane shares a step by step review of the in-cab procedures for Florida DOT pre-trip inspections, presented by Sims University graduate Dawson Wiles. According to Bob Berry, former director of safety for Sims Crane & Equipment, “Thorough inspection, proper maintenance, and good communication always makes for a safe trip.” In a…

Mike Parnell, senior consultant and co-founder of Industrial Training International, explains the primary job tasks and responsibilities for a basic rigger/signalperson. Working as an assistant to a journey level or master rigger, basic rigger/signalpersons must have knowledge of the equipment, hitches, and tools needed to properly attach to a load. In addition, this role requires…

The August recipients of SC&RF’s Vocational/Technical Scholarships include several individuals with construction industry experience. It takes unique skills and certifications to work in crane, rigging, and specialized transportation. These individuals are applying for scholarships in order to continue on a career path in this specialty field. Andrew Brosnac, an apprentice oiler for SC&RA member company…

Associated Training Services (ATS), one of SC&RF’s Partners in Education, has been training truck drivers for nearly 60 years. Founder, Robert Klabacka, established the Diesel Truck Driver Training School in 1963 and opened ATS as an affiliate in 1996. New to the SC&RF Partners in Education Program offered by ATS is a Class A Commercial…

Industrial Training International (ITI), one of SC&RF’s Partners in Education, offers more than 1,200 hours of online course content. Its new Learning Hub aggregates free content from a variety of sources as well as custom ITI training. This includes 40+ videos and courses covering Fundamental topics and Level 1 Competency Areas—perfect for students or people…

Operators are the first job most people think of when exploring a career in the lifting and transportation equipment market. But often crane operators, transport and truck drivers, and industrial forklift operators first gained experience in more entry level positions. If you like the idea of operating big lifting equipment or hauling massive loads, these…

Bennett International Group is an award-winning logistics and transportation specialist. Each year, the company recognizes the accomplishments of the women who drive for Bennett’s business units. These women flourish in their own businesses as fleet owners, independent contractors, and /or owner/operators. The company recently profiled Denise Endicott, one of the 2020 recipients of the company’s…

Maxim Crane Works interviewed one of its crane operators, James Creek, to get insight into what a day in the life of a mobile or crawler crane operator is like. James started as a crane operator on a career path that ultimately took him to Vice President of the Power Division. Maxim Crane Works is…

Take advantage of special career recognition days to promote careers in crane, rigging, and specialized transportation. October is a big month for the industry, with Careers in Construction celebrated all month long, and the first Friday (Oct. 2) dedicated to Manufacturing Day. Lift & Move USA took the pledge to support #CICM, a Build Your…

Osiel Alonzo, received $4,500 towards a crane operator course at West Coast Crane. Scholarship applicants are often introduced to careers in crane, rigging, and specialized transportation after first working in related industries, such as manufacturing, logistics, or oil and gas. This is true for several of the recipients of the April and June 2020 SC&RF…

The crane, rigging, and specialized transportation industry relies on people with technical skills, but faces a shortage of qualified workers. In order to promote the career opportunities in this fast-paced, high-tech sector, Lift & Move USA connects students and educators with the people, equipment, and companies that work in crane, rigging, and specialized transportation operations.…

Summer Ignite program from UTI offers free technical training for High School Juniors. An article published by ForConstructionPros.com highlights the salary ranges for mechanics of mobile heavy equipment, such as cranes. (How Much Should Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics Make?) These technicians are responsible for making sure equipment complies with regulations and safety guidelines, conducting preventative…

Arielle Simms, who works as an excavator and dozer operator, will use her scholarship to take a crane operator course. The Specialized Carries & Rigging Foundation announces the recipients of its Vocational/Technical scholarships. These individuals were selected from applications submitted by February 28, 2020. Caiden Lee, Clearwater, Fla., was awarded a $2,500 Anderson Trucking Continuing Education…

Industrial Training International, an SC&RF Partner in Education scholarship contributor, is now offering an unlimited number of seats to its online courses. Students only need to apply to be accepted. Several courses are well-suited as an introduction to crane and rigging careers. Options include: Introduction to Rigging, Signaling for Mobile and Overhead Cranes, and Basic…

People Skills. Soft Skills. Emotional Intelligence. Whatever you call it, it’s important even for jobs requiring technical know-how. In fact, a recent podcast on The Contractors Best Friend attests that given the skilled labor shortage, employers might have better luck filling positions with people who have strong soft skills and teaching them the technical skills…

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View message in your web browser           Build a career in the crane, lifting and specialized transport industry NEWSLETTER, OCTOBER 2019 IN THE NEWS: New Canadian advisory committee on skilled trades Young Inventor Creates Crane Warning Device Debunking myths about trade schools Financial rewards of careers in construction Tracy Bennett, Director Tel: (816) 536 7903 tbennett@liftandmoveusa.com www.liftandmoveusa.com…

Dec. 18, 2019— Lift & Move USA, hosted by Liebherr USA in Houston, Texas, received one of the largest ever groups of students and educators on Nov. 7, 2019. Nearly 550 high school juniors, seniors, technical college students, teachers and administrators from 17 schools attended the event. An outpouring of support from the Houston community…

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March 11, 2019—Lift & Move USA, a career exploration and outreach event promoting crane, rigging, and transportation operations, announces dates and locations for four events in 2019. In May, the program will be hosted by companies in New York and Ontario, Canada, and in the fall two events will be held in Texas. The hands-on…

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November 16, 2018—Response from teachers following the Lift & Move USA event hosted by NessCampbell Crane + Rigging on Oct. 11 in Portland, Ore., was extremely positive. Lift & Move USA is an industry-led program to promote careers in the crane, rigging and specialized transportation sectors. It is organized by SC&RA, the SC&R Foundation, NCCCO…

Host Company NessCampbell Crane + Rigging 5730 NE 138th Ave Portland, OR 97230 Lift & Move USA offers ‘authentic’ careers advice Response from teachers and students following the Lift & Move USA event hosted by NessCampbell Crane & Rigging on October 11 in Portland, Oregon, was extremely positive. “My students really got a lot out…

Host Company SkillsUSA Annual Convention Louisville, KY     Careers event Lift & Move USA will exhibit at the TECHSPO trade show which takes place concurrently with the SkillsUSA Championships. The national competition includes competitive events showcasing thousands of the best career and technical education students in the nation. Lift & Move USA will feature…

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December 07, 2017 – Tracy Bennett to lead Lift & Move USA program Tracy Bennett is taking on the post of director of the Lift & Move USA careers program. She will replace Brett Melvin, who had led the program since its inception and is now looking to develop similar initiatives in other industries. Bennett…

Host Company Baton Rouge, LA 15324 Airline Highway Baton Rouge, LA 70817 Co-Host Deep South and Berard host 650 in Baton Rouge A ‘perfect day’ as Deep South and Berard host the latest Lift & Move USA careers event. The 653 students who attended the November 15th Lift & Move USA event hosted by Deep…

Host Company   Buchanan Hauling 2502 W. Epler Ave Indianapolis, IN 46217 Sponsors Lift & Move USA enjoys success at seventh event As Indiana gears up to spend over $1 billion on infrastructure improvements over the next 20 years, the demand for skilled workers who operate and maintain heavy equipment will be at an all-time…

Host Company Lifting Gear Hire Bridgeview, IL, LUNCH SPONSORS OFFICIAL CRANE PAD PROVIDER A/V PROVIDER Sponsors EVENT PARTNERS SIMULATOR PROVIDERS   Lifting Gear Hire hosts Lift & Move USA event “Buildings weren’t constructed by a guy behind a desk,” This sentiment was echoed throughout the Lifting Gear Hire Lift & Move USA event Wednesday at…

Host Company All Crane Rental Tampa, Florida Sponsors GOLD SPONSOR   LUNCH SPONSORS EXCLUSIVE OUTRIGGER PAD SPONSOR Sponsors SILVER SPONSORS LANYARD SPONSOR SIMULATOR PROVIDERS All host Feb 2017 event in Tampa The first Lift & Move USA event of 2017 was a great success for as many as 250 Tampa area high school and college…

  A worker shortage survey conducted last summer by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) found that 69 percent of the survey respondents said they were having a hard time filling hourly craft positions. More specifically, the survey found that 43 percent of the respondents were having a hard time finding heavy equipment operators, including crane operators. There…

01/18/2017 – 4:07am The first of four Lift & Move USA career events in 2017 will be held February 14 in Tampa, FL, hosted by ALL Crane, part of the ALL Family of Companies. The event will see as many as 450 young people from local schools and colleges converge on ALL Crane’s Tampa facility to learn first-hand…

To promote careers in the crane and rigging industries, Crane Inspection & Certification Bureau is sponsoring a one day Lift & Move USA conference in Tampa, FL on February 14, 2017. ORLANDO, FL JANUARY 31, 2017 Following the success of previous Lift & Move USA career events across the United States, a Lift & Move USA career…

Host Company BRAGG LONG BEACH, CA GOLD SPONSOR SILVER SPONSORS Sponsors LUNCH SPONSORS LANYARD SPONSORS Bragg hosts 675 students at fourth Lift & Move USA Around 675 Long Beach high school students attended another successful Lift & Move USA career event, hosted by Bragg Companies at its head office in the city. The students, from…

Host Company Buckner Companies Graham, North Carolina Sponsors GOLD SPONSORS SILVER SPONSOR LANYARD SPONSOR REFRESHMENTS SPONSOR Buckner Companies hosts third Lift & Move USA careers event On a rainy Tuesday morning in Graham, North Carolina, USA, close to 300 high school and vocational school students turned out for the third installment of Lift & Move…

by Elizabeth McPherson | March 10, 2016 CONSTRUCTION PANORAMA | AWARENESS AND RECRUITING The second ever Lift & Move USA event which was held last month in Houston connected over 650 high school and college students with industry representatives from the crane, rigging and specialized transport industries, inspiring them to pursue careers in those challenging and rewarding…

Conference Host  TNT Crane & Rigging Houston, Texas SILVER SPONSORS LUNCH SPONSOR Sponsors GOLD SPONSORS   LANYARD SPONSOR SIMULATOR PROVIDERS NOTE PAD 650 student attendance gives Lift & Move USA a major boost A remarkable 650 high school and college students and military veterans attended the second Lift & Move USA careers event, held 10…

First Event a Great Success! The first Lift & Move USA event – held 16-17 June, 2015 in Chicago – attracted more than 140 attendees including students, apprentices and veterans, all interested in learning more about careers in the crane, rigging and specialized transport industry. Planning work is now underway on future Lift & Move…