Heavy Equipment (Backhoe, Excavator, Bulldozer, Grader, and Loader)

The Heavy Equipment program at Transport Training Centres of Canada (TTCC) provides students with a strong foundation in both the theoretical and practical aspects of operating heavy machinery used in construction and earthmoving industries. The program begins with one week of classroom-based training that introduces core concepts common to all types of heavy equipment. Topics include hydraulic systems, ground engagement tools, surveying and site plans, job site safety, generally accepted hand signals, equipment maintenance, pre-operating procedures, ground disturbance awareness, and environmental considerations related to earthmoving operations.

Following the foundational theory, students participate in extensive hands-on training designed to build real-world operating skills. Under the guidance of experienced industry instructors, participants practice operating equipment such as backhoes, excavators, bulldozers, graders, and loaders in simulated job-site environments at TTCC’s Oshawa training grounds. This practical training prepares students to handle the challenges of active work sites and helps them develop the confidence and operational ability sought by employers in Oshawa and surrounding communities, including Whitby, Ajax, and Pickering.

Dates subject to change.

What You’ll Learn

• Understand heavy equipment fundamentals including hydraulics, ground engagement tools, and maintenance.
• Read site plans and apply basic surveying concepts used on construction sites.
• Follow essential job-site safety procedures, hand signals, and ground disturbance practices.
• Operate heavy equipment such as backhoes, excavators, bulldozers, graders, and loaders in hands-on training.