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What exactly are heavy equipment operators?
Heavy equipment operators are people who operate large equipment, such as: cranes, bulldozers, bucket loaders and pile drivers. A high school diploma or equivalent is required to be a heavy equipment operator.
is there a heavy equipment operators school in the modesto area?
You can contact the National Association of Heavy Equipment Training chools to determine where to closest heavy equipment operator school is to your home.
How heavy are heavy equipment operators?
The term 'heavy equipment operator' refers to a person who operates heavy machinery. Therefore the weight of each individual will vary depending on the person.
What are the criteria for NY heavy equipment operators?
Some places might require that you have prior experience in heavy equipment operations. Most places will hire the right person and train them.
What type of training do heavy equipment operators need?
Heavy equipment operators need to have training in the operation of and maintenance of the equipment to be operated. They also need to have knowledge of safety procedures and any laws or regulations for the equipment.
Is there a special school I have to attend to become a heavy equipment operator?
Heavy equipment operators typically do need training in addition to a commercial drivers' license to perform their jobs. The National Association of Heavy Equipment Training Schools performs accreditation of various vocational schools that provide this training. They maintain a list of schools nationwide where you can learn to operate heavy equipment.
Are there any heavy equipment operators classes in Price Utah?
See related links for information about National Association of Heavy Equipment Training Schools. Complete the information form and you will receive information about training options near you.
Is there a heavy equipment operators school in or close to Spokane Washington?
Spokane community college offers a heavy equipment course. Contact Ric Villalobos at 509-533-7356 or 1800-248-5644 ext. 7356.
Qualifications of a heavy equipment operator?
Varies by company. Some companies, you may start off as a labourer, and work your way up to equipment operator. Some offer on-the-job training. Some companies may, in addition, require their equipment operators to transport their equipment to and from job sites, and might require the equipment operators to possess a Class A CDL.
Do you need certification for heavy equipment operator jobs?
Most heavy equipment operators receive their training through an apprenticeship program or on the job training. They don't start out working with heavy equipment right away, and will be trained the longer he works. Have your son ask some local construction contractors and ask if certification is needed.
If I get a license as a crane operator, what other heavy equipment could I operate?
Crane operators often operate excavation equipment and piledrivers. Full training and licensing in heavy equipment operation will also allow you to operate all forms of heavy machinery, and teach others to do so. This is a stable career path, even in the down economy.
How much do heavy equipment operators make in Tennessee?
My husband has been a heavy equipment operator for over 30 yrs. He makes 16.50 an hr. with time & a half for overtime. It really depends on who you work for, my husband has been working for one particular company, now, for only 3 years. If it was not for overtime, we would not be able to pay our bills.
