Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

This career is eligible for Red Seal endorsement. When all levels of your trades training are complete, you can write an Interprovincial Red Seal exam. A successful result demonstrates you have met the national standard for your trade in Canada will allow you to practice your trade outside of B.C. in provinces and territories covered by the Red Seal certification.

Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To work as a heavy-duty equipment mechanic in B.C., you will need a SkilledTradesBC certification demonstrating that you have completed the necessary technical training and work experience part of your apprenticeship program. 

Heavy-duty equipment mechanics

This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills in the field maintenance and repair of heavy equipment, and in the general maintenance and overhaul of such equipment. These programs include courses in inspection, maintenance, and repair of tracks, wheels, brakes, operating controls, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, electrical circuitry, engines and in techniques of welding and brazing.

Heavy equipment maintenance technology/technician

Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Apprenticeships

Heavy Mechanical Foundation Certificates

Heavy Duty Equipment Technician (HDET): Apprenticeship

Heavy Duty Equipment Technician: Apprenticeship

Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Apprenticeship

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Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Apprenticeships

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