Heavy Equipment Operator

Students in this program are trained to become entry-level construction heavy equipment operators. During training students have the opportunity to obtain the skills to operate several types of construction equipment including bulldozers, front-end loaders, backhoes, graders, scrapers, rollers and forklifts. Every student has the opportunity to gain proficiency in a variety of functions on various pieces of equipment. In addition, students are taught how to read and set grade stakes to assist in project engineering. Classroom-related education is incorporated into hands-on training, with a heavy emphasis on safety. Students are tested periodically throughout their training to ensure they have achieved the skill levels reflected on their Training Achievement Record, and are operating the equipment in a safe and effective manner.