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Heavy Equipment Operator

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Be In Demand!

With the ever-increasing influx of new residents to Central Texas, more consumer pressure is being placed on our existing transportation system and network. This is leading to greater demand for new and improved roadways. However, skilled labor to work on roadway projects is not keeping up with demand. ACC is filling that demand with our Heavy Equipment Operator program which will teach you the needed skills to become part of this in-demand industry.

About the Program

The Heavy Equipment Operator program consists of two (2) course sections. You will learn the necessary skills to be a successful heavy equipment operator.

  • CSNE-1021 Job Site Layout and Development
  • CSNE-1041 Earth Moving Equipment Operation (Prerequisite: CSNE-1021)

Knowledge & Skills Training

Topics include general principles of job site layout and development used by heavy equipment operators in the construction industry and instruction in the operation of track and rubber tire earth moving equipment including preventive maintenance and minor repair. The program will also include Operation of Earth Moving Equipment such as Back Hoe/ Loaders and Skid Steer.

  • OSHA 10
  • Site Layout Principals
  • Equipment Maintenance and Operation
  • Hand and Power tool operation

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2021 Spring Semester

CNSE-1021

Job Site Layout and Development

CNSE-1041

Earth Moving Equipment Operation

2021 Summer Semester

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Program
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Tuition

$3,952 $1,976
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Cost Includes Books & Fees

Time Commitment

3 Weeks
40 Hours / Week

Career
Information

Median Salary

$48,974
New workers start around $33,665. Normal pay is $48,974 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to $69,297.

Annual Job Openings

135
Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.

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Monica Moore
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512-223-7658

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Program Information: http://continue.austincc.edu/operator
Program Coordinator: Monica Moore @ 512-223-7658 | monica.moore@austincc.edu

Be In Demand!

With the ever-increasing influx of new residents to Central Texas, more consumer pressure is being placed on our existing transportation system and network. This is leading to greater demand for new and improved roadways. However, skilled labor to work on roadway projects is not keeping up with demand. ACC is filling that demand with our Heavy Equipment Operator program which will teach you the needed skills to become part of this in-demand industry.

About the Program

The Heavy Equipment Operator program consists of two (2) course sections. You will learn the necessary skills to be a successful heavy equipment operator.

  • CSNE-1021 Job Site Layout and Development
  • CSNE-1041 Earth Moving Equipment Operation (Prerequisite: CSNE-1021)

Knowledge & Skills Training

Topics include general principles of job site layout and development used by heavy equipment operators in the construction industry and instruction in the operation of track and rubber tire earth moving equipment including preventive maintenance and minor repair. The program will also include Operation of Earth Moving Equipment such as Back Hoe/ Loaders and Skid Steer.

  • OSHA 10
  • Site Layout Principals
  • Equipment Maintenance and Operation
  • Hand and Power tool operation

Heavy Equipment Operator Program Information

Tuition

$3,952 $1,976
Save 50% Thru Dec 31, 2021!

Books & Fees Not Included

Time Commitment

3 Weeks
40 Hours / Week

Hourly Wage

$48,974 / Hour Average

Job Market

135% Increase

Heavy Equipment Operator Course Listing

2021 Spring Semester

CNSE-1021 Job Site Layout and Development

CNSE-1041 Earth Moving Equipment Operation

2021 Summer Semester

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