6800 Hoke Road, Englewood, OH 45315
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Program Information Sheet
Description
- Learn to operate power construction equipment, such as bulldozers, skid loaders, backhoes, excavators
- Experience learning in the outdoor land lab or on client projects
Work-Based Learning Opportunity - Advanced Placement or Pre-Apprenticeship
Program Instructor - Mr. Ron Kauffman
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Curriculum Plan Career Tech courses you will be taking along with college credits and certifications available.
Suggested Skills For Success
Certifications Opportunity to earn the following certifications in this program.
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National Center for Construction Education and Research Core, Level One, Level Two Heavy Equipment
- Ohio Department of Education (ODE) Approved Industry-Recognized Credential Opportunity.
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OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety
- Ohio Department of Education (ODE) Approved Industry-Recognized Credential Opportunity.
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Ohio State Apprenticeship Council - Recognized, Pre-Apprenticeship Program Certificate
- Ohio Department of Education (ODE) Approved Industry-Recognized Credential Opportunity.
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