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Behind every piece of equipment on a job site, there are mechanics that have kept it running. It's one of the jobs you might not immediately think of when you think construction, but after you look around a jobsite you'll realize just how many pieces of machinery are there, and each and every one of those needs scheduled maintenance, as needed repairs, and sometimes complete rebuilds. That's what folks like the @heavyequipmentech are up to every day. And the average heavy equipment technician, according to the BLS earns roughly $60,000 per year, but as you get more experienced start including overtime hours or promotions into more managerial roles you can start getting into the six-figure range. It's just one more of the hundreds of different opportunities available in the construction industry that don't require a college degree, and allow you to earn good money while doing it. #skilledtrades #mechanic #heavyequipment #construction #crewcollab

How do your employee's wages compare to other industries? Did you know- over 80% of workers in the crane, rigging and specialized transport industry get paid more than a job in another industry? 2021 BLS Data for Skilled trades: Construction equipment operators $26.87/hr, Electricians $30.44/hr, Welders $23.21/hr, or Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers $24.20/hr. Download the full report - State of the Workforce in the Crane, Rigging and Specialized Transport Industry at https://lnkd.in/d6yqv3hp

I came across this post and remembered one time once when my former boss pursued me on a case were we allowed a fabricator to use electricity at our institution when he was being paid at the end of the day. It was such a heated matter such that in order to save face and reputation, I had to plead with the fabricator to carry out the works from his workshop. That issue really is no different from what is being asked here. In my case, in the means of lowering overheads for the fabricator, the agreement structure did not include consumables such as welding rods and cutting discs. And because we provided our own site to work from, electricity was not covered either. We bought everything and he needed to bring was his welding machine. Huge beating that was in trying to be innovative.. So, what really should be covered in the payment you give to a tradesman? The answer really is, that it depends.. It's not even a matter of humanitarian grounds but what was penned down in the agreement. Because, at the bottom of it all paper has no Emotions. Understanding that you are calling for services of a person that will do what you cannot do due to lack of time or really not being able to do it yourself is very crucial. You have to know that, you will be charged for labor and that it may include everything required to get it done ranging from; 🔸 Transport to materials, tools/equipment and get them to site., 🔸 The electricity bill or Genset rental and fuel to do the job, 🔸 Meals during his stay on the job, 🔸 Accommodation, if his from outside town, 🔸 Transport to and from site depending on locality of the job, 🔸 And, even phone calls to communicate and coordinate with you while you are not present, 🔸 Number of hands men he will need for the job 🔸 Overtime hours on the job if time is constraint, and so on, So, when in need of services from a tradesman, ensure that before you enter into that agreement you; ✅ Understand what is/or not being covered in that labour charge. ✅ Know where his coming from, and the advantage of engaging him against getting a tradesman within your locality. ✅ Know the source of materials for the project and the part you will play in bringing them to site. ✅ Disclose the time you need the job to get done, and so forth; Doing so will give you a stronger and informed position to negotiate from. And once agreed, draft and seal the agreement by attaching the terms for payment, a reasonable time frame and a clause stating what items you will not pay for should he fail to meet the set time frame. I know definitely, not all the factors have been covered but at least you get the idea.. ... Someone has to pay for the energy spent in getting the job done for you. #contracts #projects #Tradesmen

Busted: Skilled trades like electricians, welders, plumbers and more require extensive training and knowledge. These jobs demand problem-solving skills, physical dexterity, and the ability to work safely and efficiently. Let's bust these myths and recognize the significant role of blue-collar workers in enhancing the workplace #HR #BlueCollarIndustry #WorkplaceMythsBusted

Though I greatly respect vessel operating companies and their owners, there’s a couple of things in our Offshore World that need to be addressed. First off, there’s safety. Everybody now has departments called QHSE, SHEQ or any variant of those capitals put into a random order. One can have personnel visit vessels to make sure the crew is wearing helmets and vests, but at the same time, anchors are being handled while crew sleeps on board, in 24h contracts. It was never normal, until companies from a certain country decided to offer work boats to projects at a lower price. This was feasible by cutting the ‘need’ for accomodation on shore. As a result, all other operators had to follow. 12 Hours of rest is plain impossible when hydraulics are running, anchors, buoys, chains and shackles are banging on deck, winches and bowthrusters are used, etc.. Nobody on board gets proper sleep, even for 3 hours. Then there’s companies who enter a tender where their vessels are let out for 13 hours a day. Crew signs the doctored rest hours lists every Month as to not get in trouble, yet gets paid only for 12 hours. And finally, there’s salaries. Though most officers hardly have a low salary, most of those are stuck at a level that was normal five years ago. The worst thing is what those who work the hardest receive: Even European deckhands are offered between 150,- and 170,- Euro’s per day. In my eyes, that’s plain evil. If you, as an employer, don’t want to take the risk of hiring crew directly, it’s understandable that you work with crewing agencies. That costs a lot, but it can never be so that the hard working professionals on deck get salaries close to minimum hourly wage. As for those agencies, there are a lot of shady constructions. I have colleagues that are contacted by Dutch agencies, but when it comes to contracts, they’ll get a call from another (local to them) crewing office, telling them they ‘represent’ the Dutch agency. Contracts therefor have terms and conditions that would never be allowed by IMO. Plenty to think about here and lots of room for improvement. All these issues are influencing atmosphere, motivation and safety on board and make no mistake: Those three things are completely entwined! What do you think?

#Millwrights are essential to many industries, ensuring that machinery and equipment operate efficiently. This article discusses different types of #MillwrightJobs, factors affecting salaries, and tips for pursuing this #CareerPath.

Do you know how wages in crane, rigging and specialized transportation compare to other industries? Well paid? Underpaid? From the 2023 State of the Workforce Research Report, Page 6: For all occupations: For those with Less than a high school degree compensation is an average of $15.65/hr and for a high school degree it's $20.23/hr. But when you look at the Skilled trades: Construction equipment operators are making an average of $26.87/hr, electricians are $30.44/hr, welders are $23.21/hr, or heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers $24.20/hr. Are your dispatchers, drivers and field staff making more? Our data indicates they are! But the data is from 2021 - published in the 2023 State of the Workforce - you can read more by downloading a free copy of the report. We need your participation - Provide data for the 2024 report - here.https://https://lnkd.in/gJMYqJE2 Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SC&RA) NCCCO Foundation Zack Parnell

Most small businesses have a "Safety Group" for their worker's compensation - what does that mean? All electrician firms go into the group with other electricians. All restaurants go into the "safety group" with other restaurants. Usually they start with a 25% up front discount, then receive a back-end dividend based on the performance of the group. We have a painter client, hiring his 1st employee and his up front discount is $1,136.63...pretty good discount! Is your business in a "Safety Group"?

𝘾𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙚 𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙨 Crane operators are professionals who operate cranes to lift, move and place heavy loads. Cranes are used in a variety of industries, including construction, manufacturing, transportation and warehousing. They must have proper training and certification to perform their jobs safely and efficiently. Typical training for crane operators includes theoretical and practical classes on crane operation, safety techniques and applicable regulations. Key skills and aptitudes that crane operators must have include: ➡️ 𝙀𝙭𝙘𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙨𝙠𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙨: Crane operators must be able to communicate effectively with other workers, such as supervisors, signalmen, and other crane operators. ➡️ 𝘾𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙨𝙠𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙨: Crane operators must be able to quickly assess situations and make safe and efficient decisions. ➡️ 𝙈𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙨𝙠𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙨: Crane operators must be able to perform basic calculations, such as measuring loads and determining the reach of the crane. ➡️𝙋𝙝𝙮𝙨𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙨𝙠𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙨: Crane operators must be able to lift heavy objects and work at height. They can work in a variety of environments, including construction sites, factories, ports and warehouses. Crane operators typically work full-time, but may also work overtime or night shifts. Salary varies based on location, experience and training. In general, crane operators earn a good salary, with an average annual salary of around $50,000. They play an important role in many industries. Their work is essential for the safe and efficient movement of heavy loads.