There are multiple options for heavy equipment operator training in British Columbia. The different types of training available are:
- Apprenticeships
- On the job training
- University training
- Training from heavy equipment operator schools
Before you select a training option, it is a good idea to note any existing experience you currently have. If this is a new career for you, you will probably want to look for a program with an in-depth training program. However, if you have a construction or mechanics background you will probably want to find a program that specializes in operating the heavy machines. Answering these questions will help you determine the best school and training program for you.
Below is a post-secondary institution that offers heavy equipment operator training
Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate – Vancouver Island University
This program is the only one of its kind offered at a publicly-funded post-secondary institution in B.C. Training can be customized to meet individual needs, as well as those of employers and industry. Training is available on excavators, backhoe/loaders, front-end loaders, graders, bulldozers, and gravel trucks. Class 1 and 3 driver training is also available. Learn more
Heavy equipment training by an International Union of Operating Engineers in British Columbia
Another great option would be to receive training from a operators union. Here you will earn quality training as well as build a network of relationships to support you throughout your career.
Local 963
707 Durward Avenue
Vancouver, British Columbia V5V2Y9
Office Phone: (604) 876-6287
http://www.iuoe963.ca
Local 882
4333 Ledger Ave Rm 304
Burnaby, British Columbia V5G3T3
Office Phone: (604) 294-5266
http://www.iuoe882.ca
Local 115
4333 Ledger Ave
Burnaby, British Columbia V5G3T3
Office Phone: (604) 291-8831
http://www.iuoe115.com/
Local 959
PO Box 4766
Williams Lake, British Columbia V2G2V8
Office Phone: (250) 398-3357
Heavy equipment apprenticeships and public training options in British Columbia
Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship Program Schedules
TradesTrainingBC.ca
Heavy Equipment Operator & Professional Truck Driver Programs
Thompson Rivers University
Interior Heavy Equipment Operator School
Winfield, British Columbia
Heavy West Contracting | Heavy Equipment Contracting and Professional Training
We specialize in recruiting and training heavy equipment operators and building work in the Greater Vancouver Region.
Dozer training course- 4 weeks, 150 machine hours, with steady onsite instruction carrying grades and managing material making every blade full count. Course fee is $15,000.
Excavator training course – 4 weeks, 150 machine hours, with steady onsite instruction on moving earth to survey
brand new 20 ton excavators. Course fee is $15,000.
Heavy West Contracting
222-801 Klahanie Dr.
Port Moody, BC, V3H 5K4
604-379-0785
http://heavywestcontracting.com/