If becoming an excavator operator sounds like your next career milestone, securing your excavator ticket with Ascent Training Solutions is a smart choice.
Our advice if you’re starting out in the civil industry
If you’re just starting out, it’s crucial to have a few years of machine operations under your belt before jumping into an excavator seat. We generally recommend our Articulated Haul Truck, Roller, or Front End Loader courses as the best entry-level tickets to increase your chances of securing a job. Check out our next blog on civil machinery courses to increase employability.
What’s involved in an excavator operator course
Our comprehensive excavator course runs every day/every week and is designed to equip you with all the necessary skills to operate excavators safely and efficiently. During the course, you’ll dive deep into the fundamentals and advanced techniques of excavator operation, ensuring you leave with a robust understanding of machine handling and site safety.
Why choose Ascent Training Solutions for your excavator operator ticket
We pride ourselves on offering one of the best excavator training courses in Queensland.
Our instructors are seasoned professionals with years of on-the-job experience, bringing tonnes of firsthand knowledge and industry insights to the classroom.
We provide access to the latest models of excavators and modern training facilities with team-based exercises to ensure you learn the machines and dynamics found on today’s job sites.
Our curriculum makes sure to tick every box that employers are looking for. This includes site-specific training based on industry demands and recommendations, risk assessment, and maintenance procedures for a comprehensive skill set and competitive edge.
Excavator tickets: what if you already know the ropes?
Already comfortable in an excavator but haven’t got the currency needed for site requirements? For experienced operators, we offer a Verification of Competency (VOC) process. This assessment ensures that your existing skills are up to current industry standards and can be a quick pathway to confirming your knowledge and skills in the safe operation of an excavator.
How to become an excavator operator
Have a chat with our Lead Civil Trainer on your career pathway and take the right steps in getting you certified and ready to take on new challenges in the construction industry! Contact Ascent Training Solutions today to enrol in our excavator course or to find out more about our Verification of Competency process.
