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…

The Specialized Carriers & Rigging Foundation is currently seeking members who would like to be involved in committee work to advance workforce development, industry research and assist with awarding scholarships. Since 1986, the SC&RF has invested more than $1.5 million into industry specific research studies, scholarships, and workforce development initiatives. This investment is possible because…

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 is pleased to announce two winners from the October scholarship round. Clint Worthington, an employee of an SC&RA member company, will receive 50 percent tuition for the CICB Crane Operator course as part of the SC&RF’s Partner In Education program. Additionally, he will receive a $1,600 financial assistance award toward the remaining 50…

If your employees or their children are pursuing a 4-year degree or master’s degree and intend to work in the industry, encourage them to apply for the SC&RF Scholarship. The deadline to apply is January 18, 2022. Awards may be up to $3,000 towards tuition, fees, and books. Past recipients have been publicized in the…

Bonnie Forster, of Rigging Gear Sales, received the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Foundation Officer’s Award last Friday at the SC&RA Annual Conference Closing Night Awards and Recognition Dinner. The award was presented to Forster for her excellence in service, commitment, and dedication to the advancement of the mission of the SC&RF. Foundation Vice President, Jennifer…

The Specialized Carriers & Rigging Foundation (SC&RF) is conducting an Industry Workforce Survey to determine the state of industry and is requesting all SC&RA member companies’ participation. The SC&RF Research Committee specifically requests responses from crane or rigging companies and allied companies/supporting services to ensure there are enough data points to accurately report. This survey…