Heavy Equipment Operator

Operator Certification

2-9 weeks.*
*Package or number of pieces of equipment being trained on dependant.

January 13, 2025

Whitefish River First Nation

Emphasizing safe work practices and safety procedures, participants will gain proficiency in operating different types of machinery, including a backhoe, Excavator, Bulldozer, Grader and Front End Loader.*
*Depending on the package selected

Bronze Package: 5 weeks – Backhoe, Excavator
Silver Package: 6 weeks – Backhoe, Excavator, Bulldozer
Gold Package: 8 weeks – Includes Silver + Grader
Platinum Package: 9 weeks- Includes Gold + Front end Loader

18 years of age or older, Proof of Grade 10 education or higher, Government issued ID.

• Private Contractor
• Road Construction and Paving
• Surface and Underground Mining
• Forestry, Quarries, and Agriculture
• Recycling and Landfills
• Restoration and Demolition
• Public Utilities and Energy Services
• Cities, Townships and Municipalities

Bronze: $10,315- 40 Classroom hrs/120 Hands on
Silver: $ 13,615- 40 Classroom hrs/150 Hands on
Gold: $16,915- 40 Classroom hrs/210 Hands on
Platinum: $19,815- 40 Classroom hrs/240 Hands on

Individual equipment courses are also available.