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

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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.

  • National Center for Construction Education and Research Core, Level One, Level Two Heavy Equipment
  • OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety
  • Ohio State Apprenticeship Council - Recognized, Pre-Apprenticeship Program Certificate

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