Mini Excavator Operator Course
Gain mastery in operating mini excavators on construction sites. Learn machine controls, inspections, trenching techniques, utility safety measures, traffic management, and emergency response to ensure precise digging, protection of underground utilities, and confident work on residential projects. This training equips you for safe, productive operations in tight spaces.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Mini Excavator Operator Training provides hands-on skills to operate 2-3 tonne machines safely on compact residential sites. Cover pre-start checks, controls, safe mounting, trenching, slab preparation, spoil handling, and edge protection. Gain expertise in utility detection, 811 protocols, OSHA excavation standards, spotter coordination, emergency procedures, and daily logs for compliant and efficient digging.
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Develop skills
- Safe utility digging: use potholing, spotters, and 811 guidelines on actual sites.
- Precise mini excavator handling: operate tracks, boom, arm, and bucket with professional accuracy.
- Trenching and slab readiness: excavate, bench, and level small areas to required standards without lasers.
- Site preparation and traffic management: set up access paths, spoil areas, and barriers for confined lots.
- Emergency handling: manage utility hits, overturn risks, and incident reporting per OSHA requirements.
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