Workforce Development News
SC&RF Announces 2023 Workforce Ambassador Winners
The SC&RF Workforce Ambassador Program recognized four 2023 winners at the SC&RA Closing Night in the following categories: Industry – Small Company: Stefan Industries Industry – Medium Company: McNally Nimergood Co. Industry – Large Company: Ideal Crane Rental Inc. Allied/Supporting Services Category: CREWTEK The purpose of the Workforce Ambassador program…
Read MoreUnderstanding Terminology: What is a Rigger, Oiler, Signal Person?
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,…
Read MoreInvite a Workforce Ambassador to Your Next Career Fair
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…
Read MoreHighlight Your Industry Partnership in the SmartBrief Newsletter
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…
Read MoreLabor Shortage Continues Despite Competitive Wages
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…
Read MoreBlue-Collar Workers Have a Bright Future
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,…
Read MoreConnecting Your Students with Apprenticeships
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…
Read MoreOne Trillian Dollar Infrastructure Bill to Create Jobs
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…
Read MoreCareer Choices in Crane, Rigging and Transport (According to Myers-Briggs Type)
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…
Read MorePromote Careers in Crane, Rigging, and Specialized Transportation during October
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…
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