Construction Equipment Technology

Construction Equipment Technology introduces students to a wide variety of skills necessary for the operation of equipment in the construction services industry. During the school year students work on community projects using heavy equipment and learn basic masonry as well as surveying.

Students will learn to:

Operate heavy machinery
Maneuver a trailer
Maintain equipment
Survey
Load securement/transport
Install masonry/concrete

POTENTIAL CAREERS
Heavy Equipment Operator
Surveying
Landscaping
Masonry/Concrete Installer

CDL Truck Driver

Operators Union

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS
OSHA 10 Hour Safety Card
Forklift Operations Training
National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) - CORE, Masonry, and Heavy Equipment Operations

CAREER TECHNICAL STUDENT ORGANIZATION
Skills USA

COLLEGE CREDIT OPTIONS

While attending Vantage Career Center, Vantage students have the opportunity to participate in college credit plus courses. Contact Student Services for more information.

CAREER ADVANCED PLACEMENT

Career Pathways

A Career Pathway is a collective look at education, training, wage, and outlook information for related occupations. The Vantage Construction Equipment Technology program can be part of the Career Pathways listed below. Whether a student is interested in going to college, getting a certificate, or working right after high school, career pathways can be customized for any ambition or plan.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Diesel Driver