Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy equipment operators run construction machines such as bulldozers, graders, and loaders to dig, move, and grade earth.

Pathway

Suggested courses

These are good places to start. The counseling office can help you build your plan.

Mechanics, Transportation, and Logistics

  • Small Engines

    Grades 9 to 12. One quarter (2 blocks). 0.5 credit. Available in 2027-2028, 2029-2030 and 2031-2032.

  • Large Power Equipment

    Grades 11 and 12. One quarter (2 blocks). 0.5 credit. Available in 2026-2027, 2028-2029 and 2030-2031.

  • CDL

    Grade 12. One quarter (2 blocks). 0.5 credit.

Work-Based Learning