Heavy Equipment Operator
(Pre-Employment)
Class 08
Duration: 22 Week Program
This exciting field is in great demand across the country. Get professional hands on training on a choice of Excavator, Grader, Loader, Tandem Dump Truck and Tractor-Loader-Backhoe. It is an extensive training program in equipment operation safety, equipment maintenance, regulations and emergency procedures and planning strategies. Right now, employers are in high demand for these skilled trades persons. This highly demanding field offers competitive wages in industries such as construction, mining, oil fields, quarrying and sand pits just name a few. Jump on now, for a hands-on training experience in the latest model equipment.
Prerequisites:
Class 03 MRD Drivers medical
Drivers Abstract
Level III or equivalent, or mature student.
Valid Class 05 Driver's License (2 years experience required if selecting Tandem - Class 03)
Equipment (Choice of 3):
Excavator, Front End Loader, Grader, Tandem Dump Truck, and Tractor-Loader-Backhoe
The following MUST accompany any new application:
A completed MRD Medical, a current drivers abstract, a copy of your grade 12 transcript or diploma showing that you have met the graduation credentials. Students who do not possess a grade 12 diploma may provide proof of high school equivalency in the form of an Adult Basic Education Certificate, students may enter as a mature student and successfully complete a Canadian Adult Achievement Test ( CAAT TEST) or WRAT.
Heavy Equipment Operator Daily Schedule Template
(Monday - Thursday)
Classroom Hours
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Operating Hours
Morning Shift: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Practical Component - Operating Heavy Equipment
Day Shift: 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm Practical Component - Operating Heavy Equipment
Friday Schedule (Changes from week to week)
Schedules are emailed directly to students each week
Shift time: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
(Classroom sessions or practical operating sessions)
Calendar and upcoming start dates: