Are you searching for nationally accredited heavy equipment operator training programs? If so, you have come to the right place. The operator training provided through Performance Training Solutions prepares you for a career in many industries, including earthmoving, construction and excavation. PTS heavy equipment school is very comprehensive, as it has been developed by industry professionals, and you’ll find the specialized training will allow you to pursue a career operating many different pieces of equipment. Contact us today to learn more and continue reading to find out how we can be of assistance to you in pursuing a career you love.
Types Of Equipment Used
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Course Options
1. Heavy Equipment Training I: Provides the necessary knowledge and skills required to obtain employment in the excavation field as an entry-level skid steer, wheel loader, compactor, backhoe or articulated off-road dump truck operator. This entry-level program also includes Introduction to Earthmoving, Soils, Heavy Equipment Safety, and Basic Operational techniques. The three-week training program provides ample seat time operating a skid steer loader, wheel loader, compactor, articulated off-road dump truck and backhoe to qualify you for a range of heavy equipment operator jobs.
Occupational Objective:
Heavy Equipment Operator
Prerequisites:
Not Applicable
Program Length:
3 weeks
Total Instruction Time:
120 Hours
Equipment for practical experience (lab equipment):
Backhoe, Skid Steer Loader, Wheel Loader, Articulated Off-Road Dump Truck and Compactor.
2. Heavy Equipment Training II: Provides the skills and knowledge needed to obtain a job working as an entry level skid steer, wheel loader, compactor, backhoe, articulated off-road dump truck, bulldozer, scraper, excavator or motor grader operator. Individuals must have completed Heavy Equipment Training I to take part in this level, which takes three weeks to complete and provides 120 hours of instructional time. This entry-level program also includes Grades, Site Work, Excavation Math, Interpreting Civil Drawings and Finishing and Grading. The three-week training program provides ample seat time operating a bulldozer, scraper, excavator and motor grader to qualify you for a range of heavy equipment operator jobs.
Occupational Objective:
Heavy Equipment Operator
Prerequisites:
Heavy Equipment Training I
Program Length:
3 weeks
Total Instruction Time:
120 Hours
Equipment for practical experience (lab equipment):
Bulldozer, Scraper, Excavator and Motor Grader.
Additional Topics Covered
Students, in addition to learning to operate the heavy equipment, will also learn various skills used in their jobs. Students will be trained in grade reading, soils and safety. Other topics covered include laser levels, site layout and heavy equipment maintenance. The goal is to ensure the student obtains all information needed to complete their duties and the skills required to obtain employment in various fields. This helps students secure a job upon graduation.
Accreditation
The NCCER is a non-profit educational foundation designed to develop standardized craft training that is industry-driven. The goal is to provide students with portable credentials while addressing the critical shortage in the construction industry workforce. The mission of this organization is to create a productive, safe and sustainable workforce for a variety of industries. All instructors at Performance Training Solutions are credentialed through the center and two are certified as NCCER Master Trainers.
From NCCER HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATIONS (HEO):
Heavy equipment operators (HEO) not only work on regular construction building jobs, but also on infrastructure projects (roads, bridges, and ports, otherwise called non-building construction), and in mining and timber operations. A trained and experienced equipment operator provides necessary skills for any project that requires moving and transporting heavy materials, or that demands any kind of earthmoving. PTS offers NCCER’s curriculum which will guide the trainee through modules covering each major piece of heavy equipment, as well as topics such as Civil Blueprint Reading, Soils, and Paving.
Specialized Training
Employers may also request customized training for employers needing specific skills taught to their workers. We work with employers to develop a program that meets their unique needs, based on the specific equipment to be used, and this training takes place at either a PTS facility or at a location of the employer’s choosing. Students will receive training in the classroom, in a lab and in the field, and the program will be designed to meet all OSHA, MSHA and PTS assessments to ensure consistency in evaluating the performance of students.
Financial Assistance
Students wishing to take part in the training may be eligible for financial assistance. Performance Training Solutions offers scholarships to students along with financing options, as the goal is to make it easy and affordable for all who wish to receive this type of training. Furthermore, state and federal grants may be used to pay for the training. Programs which a student may be able to make use of include the Trade Adjustment Act (TAA), Tribal Education (BIA), WIOA Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Vocation Rehabilitation and Veteran’s Benefits (VA), Department of Workforce Development, and Displaced Workers, Displaced Farmers. Click here to learn more about financial aid.
Students should turn to Performance Training Solutions to obtain heavy equipment operator training. Our company has earned a reputation for excellence, thanks to its well-trained individuals who bring a wealth of experience to the classroom. We remain committed to the success of our students and the businesses we serve. Please contact us today so we can help you on the path to a fulfilling career, one you look forward to every day.
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