Career Details

Heavy Equipment Operator: Backhoe

Description

A backhoe operator masters all concepts and procedures involved in the operation of backhoes. This includes basic daily preventive maintenance, safety checking, and control of the machine. He/she identifies attachments and uses the backhoe to perform the appropriate work-related tasks.

Certifying Organization

National Center for Construction Education and Research

Details

If significant education or training is needed? No

If significant work experience is needed? No

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 5 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? No

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Yes

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

Certificates

Certificate name

Counter Balance Sitdown Rider Forklift Operator Safety Training

Certifying Organization

Occupational Safety and Health Consultants

Type

C - Specialty

Certificate name

Lift Director-Mobile Cranes

Certifying Organization

National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

Telescopic Boom Cranes - Fixed Cab

Certifying Organization

National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators

Type

C - Specialty

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