Heavy Equipment Operations Technician Program

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 5% from 2020 to 2030.

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. Students can earn a certificate at the completion of the following Occupational Completion Points (OCPs):

OCP	COURSE	HOURS
OCP A	Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician	150 Hours
OCP B	Tractor Operator	150 Hours
OCP C	Off-road Equipment Operator 1	300 Hours
		Total Hours: 600

Location & Course’s Schedule:

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

LOCATION	COURSE'S SCHEDULE
Miami Lakes Educational Center & Technical College	Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:40 p.m.

Contact Information at the Location:

Additional information can be provided by student services:

LOCATION	COUNSELOR / REGISTRAR	PHONE NUMBER
Miami Lakes Educational Center & Technical College (305) 557-1100	Danielle Taylor Jackie Benjamin Vanessa Torres Elizabeth Forero	Ext. 2230 Ext. 2215 Ext. 2250 Ext. 2216

 

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.