Olds College Equipment Training

Gain industry-standard heavy equipment training with expert instruction, safety certification, and hands-on skills for success.

Since launching the program in 2007, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology has become a leader in heavy equipment training across Western Canada. We continue to evolve to meet industry demands, providing high-quality training that exceeds expectations.

At Olds College, we put our clients’ needs first, delivering expert-led instruction with a focus on trust, dependability and sustainable development. Whether on campus or on site, our training programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed for success.

Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate Heavy Equipment Operator - Individual Piece Training

Choose Olds College for:

Small student-to-instructor ratio
Comprehensive on-campus training
Flexible on-site training options
Certified, experienced instructors
Access to up-to-date equipment
Industry-driven curriculum

Experience hands-on learning designed for real-world success.

Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate

Our on-campus Heavy Equipment Operator program is constructed to ensure entry-level operators attain a professional standard in a 12-week program, followed by a two-week practicum. 

Our program has a graduation requirement practicum of 80 hours where students will further develop their skills in an industry-related work site position where they apply new skills from their education and training.

Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate

Individual Equipment Choices

If you want to learn safe, efficient operating skills led by industry professionals, this is your opportunity! You will receive industry-standard safety training that will expose you to the skills and tasks needed by multiple industry sectors.

Heavy Equipment Operator - Individual Piece Training

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  Skid Steer

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  Loader

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  Dozer

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  Grader

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  Rubber Tire Hoe

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  Excavator

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  Rock Truck

• Testimonial

  "The Heavy Equipment Operating program at Olds College helped me kickstart my career and got me to where I am today. The instructors were helpful and supportive. They were generous with their time and attention, which allowed me to learn and grow throughout my time in the program. The time in the classroom and the hands-on experience on the equipment prepared me for a long-term career in this field. Many of the skills and tricks that were passed on are still used in my current position as an operator on a daily basis. I highly recommend the program to anyone who is interested in starting a career in Heavy Equipment Operating."

  Skylar Lennox, Class of Winter 2021 Intake

Our Industry Partners:

Our Indigenous partners:

We work closely our industry partners and Indigenous partners in many ways:

Industry advisory group helps update curriculum to support industry changes.

Industry guest speakers and field trips to connect our students to employers.

Industry loaned equipment keeps the tuition costs affordable for our students while providing the employer early access to a pool of qualified new operators. In addition, this affords the company a gift-in-kind tax deduction. 

 

For more information regarding industry partnering opportunities, please contact coned@oldscollege.ca.