In addition to general heavy equipment training, you can also earn specialized training on a particular piece of equipment. Specialized training is required to operate a crane or tower as well as to operate pile driver equipment. This equipment requires more safety and operation training as well as certification from National Commission For The Certification Of Crane Operators – NCCCO.
Although not required, earning specialized training on a particular piece of equipment helps tell a potential employer you’re qualified and have passed some formal training. This could give you an advantage against other applicants for the same position. Some of the following equipment offer specialized training: excavator, backhoe, bulldozer, bobcat, grader, and wheel loader.