There are two options for heavy equipment operator training in Prince Edward Island. You can contact your local International Union of Operating Engineers for an apprenticeship or take the heavy equipment training course at the Jvi Provincial Transportation & Safety Academy.
Before you select a training location, 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.
Heavy equipment union in Prince Edward Island
Another great option would be to receive training from an apprenticeship setup by an operators union. Here you will earn quality training as well as build a network of relationships to support you throughout your career. Give your local branch a call and ask them for more information on apprenticeship opportunities.
IUOE Local 942
326 Patterson Drive
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island C1A8K4
(902) 566-3255
Heavy equipment operator schools in Prince Edward Island
Jvi Provincial Transportation & Safety Academy
103 Neptune Cres
Summerside, PE, Canada
http://www.jvidrivertraining.com/heavyop.html
Below is a list of things you will learn and do in the 8 week training program:
- JVI students will receive specialized training in a wide variety of areas relating to heavy equipment, including:
- Safe operation of heavy equipment.
- Daily pre-op inspections.
- Basic operations of diesel engines.
- Loading, unloading and security of equipment on flatbed trailer.
- Safety precautions in and around the equipment.
- Basic fundamentals of hydraulics and hydraulic attachments.
- Basic maintenance of equipment.
- Occupational Health and Safety Regulations.
- Importance of knowing about and operating equipment safely.
- Emergency first aid.
- Demonstrate how to get an original grade.
- How to read a grade stake.
- Importance of offsets.
- Importance of sub-grading.
- Difference between standard and metric readings.
- How to check a grade with a laser.