The labor shortage in construction (and equipment operation) is well documented and unfortunately, continuing. One of the foremost pains in most managers’ necks seems to be attracting and keeping good ...

Education and accommodation are key obstacles to engaging more women in the construction trades, according to a group of female equipment operators. A panel of six operators made their observations ...

Construction heavy equipment maker Caterpillar just wrapped up its first women's operator challenge and celebration in North Carolina. Supporting an increase in women working in the construction ...

Kenzi Tackette was one of 18 women who competed in three skills tests at the Caterpillar Celebrating Women in Construction event. She was second overall and won the compact track loader (CTL) skill ...