Heavy Equipment Operation Technician

A field that is diverse and on the cutting-edge.

Introduction:

Get started as a heavy equipment operator. This 600 hours heavy equipment operation program will prepare the student with simulators as well as hands-on-training using the high-quality equipment. Training includes basic equipment maintenance and safety. Graduates will be prepared to enter the workforce as entry-level operators.

Career Opportunities:

• Skid Steer Loader
• Backhoe Loader
• Bulldozer
• CB-24 Double Roller (for Blue Top Road Work)
• Motor Grader-120M
• Water Truck
• Dump Truck
• Wheel Loader

Employment Outlook:

Overall employment of construction equipment operators is projected to grow 12% from 2016 to 2026.

Salary:

The average wage for this career in Florida is $20.44 hourly or $42,520 annually.

Completion Requirements:

The entire program is 600 hours. Certain Adult Education Centers do not offer all components of the program.  Full completion of the program may be completed at a Technical College. Students can earn a certificate at the completion of the following Occupational Completion Points (OCPs):

Location & Course’s Schedule:

Heavy Equipment Operation Technician is available at the following school (s):

Contact Information at the Location:

Additional information can be provided by student services:

Source

• Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Construction Equipment Operators, on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/construction-and-extraction/construction-equipment-operators.htm.