Apprentices complete a required number of hours
in on-the-job training and related instruction.
in on-the-job training and related instruction.
Universal Equipment Operator
USDOL
National (OA)
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Work Process Content
On the Job Training
Anonymous
6K
OJT hours
Backhoe Wheel and Track
6
1K
Backhoe Wheel and Track
6
1K
- Perform preventive maintenance, proper oils and greases, and minor adjustments.
- Assist in changing teeth and adjusting brakes and clutches.
- Operate using the controls, their importance in proper operation, and movement of machine for safety of other employees, digging underground utilities, working the proper distance from overhead power lines, and other equipment working near machine.
- Apply technical knowledge and assist during major overhauls while working with the operator, heavy duty repairperson, and welder.
- Sustainable Energy systems/equipment, including, but not limited to, solar and electric.
- Effective use of automated technology to include, but not limited to, calculation and coordinate Geometry APPs; digital tape measure and compass; computer assisted field instruments and APPs; Total Station; computer assisted 3D modeling; electrically powered equipment; Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), and comparable systems; drones; robotic remote-control equipment and autonomous systems; digital and software applications; industry-related equipment, tools, and resources; and related hardware.
Dragline and Other Bucket-Type Equipment
7
1K
Dragline and Other Bucket-Type Equipment
7
1K
- Identify name and use of various draglines and attachments.
- Perform preventive maintenance, using proper oils and greases, and make minor adjustments.
- Assist in changing teeth and cables as well as adjusting frictions, brakes, and clutches.
- Operate equipment using the controls, their importance in proper operation, and movement of machine for safety of other employees, digging underground utilities, working proper distance from overhead power lines, and other equipment working near machine.
- Apply technical knowledge and assist during major overhauls while working with the operator, heavy duty repairperson, & welder.
- Sustainable Energy systems/equipment, including, but not limited to, solar and electric.
- Effective use of automated technology to include, but not limited to, calculation and coordinate Geometry APPs; digital tape measure and compass; computer assisted field instruments and APPs; Total Station; computer assisted 3D modeling; electrically powered equipment; Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), and comparable systems; drones; robotic remote-control equipment and autonomous systems; digital and software applications; industry-related equipment, tools, and resources; and related hardware.
Crawler and Wheel-Type Cranes, Derricks, Piledrivers, and Bridge and Gantry Cranes
12
1K
Crawler and Wheel-Type Cranes, Derricks, Piledrivers, and Bridge and Gantry Cranes
12
1K
- Identify name and uses of various cranes and derricks.
- Perform preventive maintenance, using proper oils and greases, and make minor adjustments.
- Assist in adjusting frictions, brakes, and clutches.
- Operate using the controls, their importance in proper operation, and movement of the machine for the safety of other employees, working proper distance from overhead power lines, and other equipment working near the machine.
- Apply technical knowledge and assist during major overhauls while working with the operator, heavy duty repairperson and welder.
- Calculate the proper loads that the machine and cables will safely handle.
- Acquire knowledge in operating a live boom and regular operations.
- Give and receive proper hand signals.
- Identify name and uses of pile driving equipment.
- Sustainable Energy systems/equipment, including, but not limited to, solar and electric.
- Assist in the programming of LMIs and computer-aided accessories for safe and proper set-up and crane operation.
- Effective use of automated technology to include, but not limited to, calculation and coordinate Geometry APPs; digital tape measure and compass; computer assisted field instruments and APPs; Total Station; computer assisted 3D modeling; electrically powered equipment; Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), and comparable systems; drones; robotic remote-control equipment and autonomous systems; digital and software applications; industry-related equipment, tools, and resources; and related hardware.
Skip and Air Tugger Hoists, Elevators, etc.
3
200
Skip and Air Tugger Hoists, Elevators, etc.
3
200
- Assist in making proper adjustments on engine-driven hoists and learn to make repairs and adjustments on air tuggers and air compressors.
- Sustainable Energy systems/equipment, including, but not limited to, solar and electric.
- Effective use of automated technology to include, but not limited to, calculation and coordinate Geometry APPs; digital tape measure and compass; computer assisted field instruments and APPs; Total Station; computer assisted 3D modeling; electrically powered equipment; Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), and comparable systems; drones; robotic remote-control equipment and autonomous systems; digital and software applications; industry-related equipment, tools, and resources; and related hardware.
Cableways
3
200
Cableways
3
200
- Operate cableways and make adjustments.
- Sustainable Energy systems/equipment, including, but not limited to, solar and electric.
- Effective use of automated technology to include, but not limited to, calculation and coordinate Geometry APPs; digital tape measure and compass; computer assisted field instruments and APPs; Total Station; computer assisted 3D modeling; electrically powered equipment; Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), and comparable systems; drones; robotic remote-control equipment and autonomous systems; digital and software applications; industry-related equipment, tools, and resources; and related hardware.
Motor Crane Driver
3
350
Motor Crane Driver
3
350
- Drive a truck crane and place it for most convenient operation of the crane. Study the Federal CDL laws and obtain a CDL license.
- Sustainable Energy systems/equipment, including, but not limited to, solar and electric.
- Effective use of automated technology to include, but not limited to, calculation and coordinate Geometry APPs; digital tape measure and compass; computer assisted field instruments and APPs; Total Station; computer assisted 3D modeling; electrically powered equipment; Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), and comparable systems; drones; robotic remote-control equipment and autonomous systems; digital and software applications; industry-related equipment, tools, and resources; and related hardware.
Tracked Equipment
3
250
Tracked Equipment
3
250
- Operate dinkey and locomotive engines.
- Sustainable Energy systems/equipment, including, but not limited to, solar and electric.
- Effective use of automated technology to include, but not limited to, calculation and coordinate Geometry APPs; digital tape measure and compass; computer assisted field instruments and APPs; Total Station; computer assisted 3D modeling; electrically powered equipment; Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), and comparable systems; drones; robotic remote-control equipment and autonomous systems; digital and software applications; industry-related equipment, tools, and resources; and related hardware.
Use of Grade Instruments and Plans
3
500
Use of Grade Instruments and Plans
3
500
- Use instruments and read plans for making grades.
- Read and set grade stakes as well as read plans and instructions.
- Effective use of automated technology to include, but not limited to, calculation and coordinate Geometry APPs; digital tape measure and compass; computer assisted field instruments and APPs; Total Station; computer assisted 3D modeling; electrically powered equipment; Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), and comparable systems; drones; robotic remote-control equipment and autonomous systems; digital and software applications; industry-related equipment, tools, and resources; and related hardware.
Soil Solidification
3
250
Soil Solidification
3
250
- Use principles and methods of soil solidification and handle specialty equipment designed for same.
- Sustainable Energy systems/equipment, including, but not limited to, solar and electric.
- Effective use of automated technology to include, but not limited to, calculation and coordinate Geometry APPs; digital tape measure and compass; computer assisted field instruments and APPs; Total Station; computer assisted 3D modeling; electrically powered equipment; Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), and comparable systems; drones; robotic remote-control equipment and autonomous systems; digital and software applications; industry-related equipment, tools, and resources; and related hardware.
Miscellaneous Equipment
7
500
Miscellaneous Equipment
7
500
- Operate, service, and adjust all varieties of miscellaneous equipment.
- Operate and maintain pumping machines, such as pump crete machine, concrete pump, gunite machine, etc.
- Install, operate, and maintain well-point systems.
- Operate, service, and adjust all types of mechanical heaters.
- Operate, service, and adjust all types of electric generating plants.
- Operate, service, and adjust all types of air compressors and to use and operate all auxiliary equipment.
- Sustainable Energy systems/equipment, including, but not limited to, solar and electric.
Auxiliary Equipment
3
250
Auxiliary Equipment
3
250
- Assist in rigging and operating attachments used on universal equipment.
- Sustainable Energy systems/equipment, including, but not limited to, solar and electric.
- Effective use of automated technology to include, but not limited to, calculation and coordinate Geometry APPs; digital tape measure and compass; computer assisted field instruments and APPs; Total Station; computer assisted 3D modeling; electrically powered equipment; Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), and comparable systems; drones; robotic remote-control equipment and autonomous systems; digital and software applications; industry-related equipment, tools, and resources; and related hardware.
Maintenance, Cutting and Burning, Greases and Oils
5
500
Maintenance, Cutting and Burning, Greases and Oils
5
500
- Use various welders and welding equipment.
- Assist in making minor repairs and adjustments.
- Assist in welding and cutting.
- Gain knowledge and use appropriate greases and oils.
- Effective use of automated technology to include, but not limited to, calculation and coordinate Geometry APPs; digital tape measure and compass; computer assisted field instruments and APPs; Total Station; computer assisted 3D modeling; electrically powered equipment; Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), and comparable systems; drones; robotic remote-control equipment and autonomous systems; digital and software applications; industry-related equipment, tools, and resources; and related hardware.
Related Instruction Content
Training Provider(s):
IUOE Joint Apprenticeship Committee (JAC)
470
RI hours
Introduction
20
Introduction
20
Safety
4
Safety
4
CDL Preparation
8
CDL Preparation
8
HAZMAT
40
HAZMAT
40
Fuels and Lubricants
8
Fuels and Lubricants
8
Health
8
Health
8
Basic Equipment Skills
96
Basic Equipment Skills
96
Hvdraulics
20
Hvdraulics
20
Rigging
12
Rigging
12
HAZMAT Recertification 1
8
HAZMAT Recertification 1
8
Equipment Skills Il
100
Equipment Skills Il
100
Welding
10
Welding
10
Use of Grade Instruments and Plans
16
Use of Grade Instruments and Plans
16
HAZMAT Recertification 11
8
HAZMAT Recertification 11
8
Mechanical Systems
6
Mechanical Systems
6
Equipment Skills Ill
100
Equipment Skills Ill
100