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Unlock Your Future With Our Heavy Equipment Operator Programs

Certified Heavy Equipment Operator Training in Lethbridge

Gateway Safety Services Ltd. provides practical and certified heavy equipment operator training in Lethbridge. Our program is designed to help individuals build essential skills to operate machinery used in the construction and industrial sectors safely. With a hands-on approach and instruction from experienced professionals, we prepare you to work confidently and responsibly in various field environments.


Contact us today to learn more about our training programs.

Individual Heavy Equipment Operator Programs

Excavator

Training Duration: 115 Machine Hours / 200 Total Hours

Length: 5 Weeks

Note: Rubber tire option is available.

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Grader

Training Duration: 50 Machine Hours / 100 Total Hours

Length: 3 Weeks

Dozer

Training Duration: 50 Machine Hours / 100 Total Hours

Length: 3 Weeks

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Backhoe

Training Duration: 50 Machine Hours / 100 Total Hours

Length: 3 Weeks

Advanced Skid Steer

Training Duration: 24 Machine Hours / 40 Total Hours

Length: 1 Week

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Loader

Training Duration: 50 Machine Hours / 100 Total Hours

Length: 3 Weeks

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Rock Truck

Training Duration: 50 Machine Hours / 100 Total Hours

Length: 3 Weeks

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Advanced Variable Reach Forklift/Mini Excavator

Training Duration: 24 Machine Hours / 40 Total Hours

Length: 1 Week

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Hands-on Learning with Industry Equipment

Our students receive hands-on training with real heavy equipment, including excavators, bulldozers, loaders, graders, and more. This type of training ensures participants gain direct operational experience in a safe and structured environment. Our instructors guide each learner step by step, ensuring safety protocols are followed and equipment is used correctly.

 

Training covers:

  • Track hoe

  • Rubber tire hoe

  • Backhoe

  • Grader

  • Loader

  • Skid steer

  • Rock truck

Package Training Programs

(Custom Packages Are Also Available)

Construction Operator Program

Machines Included: Excavator (100 hours), Loader (25 Hours), Rock Truck (25 Hours)

Total Training Duration: 150 Machine Hours / 220 Total Hours

Length: 6 Weeks

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Municipality Operator Program

Machines Included: Excavator (100 hours), Loader (25 Hours), Grader (40 Hours), Backhoe (25 Hours)

Total Training Duration: 190 Machine Hours / 290 Total Hours

Length: 8 Weeks

Note: Rubber tire option is available for the excavator.

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Heavy Equipment Operator Program

Machines Included: Excavator (100 hours), Loader (25 Hours), Grader (50 Hours), Dozer (40 Hours), Rock Truck (25 Hours), Backhoe (25 Hours)

Total Training Duration: 265 Machine Hours / 370 Total Hours

Length: 12 Weeks

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Certification That Helps You Get Hired

After successful completion of the training, each participant receives an industry-recognized certificate. Employers value this certification and can support your job search and improve your employment prospects. Whether starting a new career or building on experience, our program helps you meet job site expectations.

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Start Your Training Today!

Get certified and build the skills that employers are looking for.

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