EXCAVATOR OPERATOR, 50,000 POUNDS OR LESS – code 9347

Maximum
 training time: 18 weeks or 720 hours
Code 9347
Step
Process
Hours
1
Orientation and Observation
  • Safety procedures, 10 hours
  • Observation of machine in operation, 25 hours
  • Starting and manipulating controls for moving equipment and attachments, 25 hours
60
2
Care and Maintenance
  • Safety procedures, 10 hours
  • Routine fueling, lubricating and servicing, 35 hours
45
3
Safe operating procedures, 10 hours
  • Excavation for footings and removal of unsuitable materials, 250 hours
  • Loading materials, 100 hours
  • Trenching for pipe, etc., 165 hours
  • Placement of pipe, precast concrete structures, etc., 90 hours
615
Total
720