Mini Excavator Operator Course
Gain mastery in operating mini excavators on construction sites. Master machine controls, safety inspections, trenching techniques, utility protection, traffic management, and emergency procedures to dig precisely, safeguard underground lines, and perform confidently on residential jobs. This training ensures you work safely and meet industry standards every time.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Mini Excavator Operator Training equips you with hands-on skills to operate 2-3 tonne machines safely and productively on compact home sites. Cover pre-start checks, machine controls, safe mounting, then advance to digging trenches, preparing slabs, handling spoil, and ensuring edge safety. Gain expertise in locating utilities, following 811 protocols, OSHA excavation standards, coordinating with spotters, managing emergencies, and keeping daily records for compliant, efficient work.
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Develop skills
- Safe utility digging: use potholing, spotters, and 811 guidelines on actual sites.
- Precise mini excavator handling: control tracks, boom, arm, and bucket for job readiness.
- Trenching and slab preparation: dig, bench, and level small areas to exact specs without lasers.
- Site preparation and traffic management: set up access, spoil areas, and barriers for confined spaces.
- Emergency handling: manage utility hits, overturn risks, and near-misses per OSHA requirements.
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