MANSCo Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship

The MANSCo Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship is a 2–3 to 3-year hybrid training program combining structured on-the-job learning with technical classroom instruction. Apprentices learn to operate a wide range of heavy equipment used in construction, site development, and road work, preparing for high-demand careers across the trades.

What You’ll Learn

Apprentices develop professional competencies through:

On-the-Job Learning (4,000-6,000 Hours) including:

Operating bulldozers, excavators, loaders, graders, water trucks, and more

Site prep, material handling, blueprint reading, safety, and maintenance

Environmental compliance, recordkeeping, and equipment transport

Related Instruction (432 Hours) including:

OSHA safety, PPE use, first aid/CPR

Equipment operation and maintenance

Soil and material science, blueprint reading, and environmental awareness

Math for excavation, load calculations, and job estimating

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Who This Is For

This apprenticeship is ideal for:

Individuals 18 years or older seeking to build a career in heavy equipment operation

Veterans

Career changers or high school graduates eager to enter the trades

Minimum Requirements:

Valid driver’s license

High school diploma or GED preferred

Must be physically capable of the work and pass a drug screening

Program Details

Type: Hybrid (Competency & Time-Based)

Length: 2-3 Years (4,000-6000 hours OJL + 432 hours instruction)

Wage Progression:

0–1000 hours: 65% of journey wage

1001–2000 hours: 70%

2001–3000 hours: 75%

3001-4000+hours: 80%

On-the-Job Training Schedule: Full-time (7am-4pm)

Start Dates: Spring and Fall cohorts

Program Details

Applications are accepted twice per year. All applicants must:

Complete the standard
application form

Submit required documents
(ID, proof of education, etc.)

Attend an interview
session

Submit Application

FAQs

Is prior experience required?

No. We welcome beginners and train you from the ground up.

Will I get certified?

Yes, you’ll earn a certificate upon completing the apprenticeship and related instruction.

Can I get credit for previous experience?

Yes. Prior related experience may count toward program hours and pay rate.

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We appreciate your interest in MANSCo. We're here to help, you can contact us at:

Tel: (575) 259-2782

Email: mlopez@mans-co.com

1996 S Valley Drive, Las
Cruces NM 88005

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