bulldozer COURSE

2 WEEK 80 HOUR COURSE

National Training is thrilled to offer an expanded range of training courses specifically designed to meet a wider variety of needs. As a Heavy Equipment Operator School, we understand that not everyone wants to train on multiple pieces of equipment simultaneously. That is why we have developed individual 2-week training courses for four different types of heavy equipment: bulldozer, articulated loader, excavator, and tractor loader backhoe.

why choose this course?

you've got options

Train on one piece of equipment at a time, or take our Heavy Now Course to train on all 4. Our bulldozer operator training program is ideal for students who want to focus on mastering one machine before moving on to others.

nccer registry

After successful completion of the Bulldozer Course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion and an entry into the NCCER Registry for the Bulldozer. This nationally recognized credential shows employers that your bulldozer operator training meets industry standards.

start working sooner

Our Bulldozer Course consists of classroom, simulator, and hands-on/lab training. In just 2 weeks, you could be up and running as a Bulldozer Operator! With focused bulldozer operator training, you’ll build confidence, gain real-world skills, and be prepared to start your career quickly.

Bulldozer operator training

bulldozer COURSE CATALOG

Complete details of this course are contained in our Bulldozer Course Catalog. Click on the catalog image to view and download the PDF version.

Heavy Courses Catalog Cover Aug 2025

bulldozer COURSE SCHEDULE

80 Hour, 2 week Training Course

Upcoming Starting and Ending dates for our Bulldozer training classes are shown below

 2026

 

Start End

January 5, 2026

January 13, 2026

February 2, 2026

February 10, 2026

March 2, 2026

March 10, 2026

March 30, 2026

April 07, 2026

April 27, 2026

May 05, 2026

May 26, 2026

June 02, 2026

June 22, 2026

June 30, 2026

 

COURSE BREAKDOWN AND CURRICULUM HOURS

2 WEEKS (80 HOURS)

“L” indicates lesson. Lessons are numbered sequentially.

RTE = Resident Training Exercises

RTL = Resident Training Classroom Lessons

CLASSROOM LESSONS

U.S. Department of Education defines a classroom hour as 1 clock hour which equals

50 minutes of instructor led training plus 10 minute break.

Course ID Description Hours
  Orientation 1
RTL-1 Heavy Equipment Safety 8
RTL-2 Dozer Controls, Pre-Operation Inspection 2
RTL-3 Dozer Uses and Components 2
RTL-4 Dozer Safety, Inspection and Service Guidelines 2
RTL-5 Basic Startup and Operating Procedures 2
RTL-6 Basic Maneuvers and Operations 2
RTL-7 Loading a Dozer on a Carrier Vehicle 2
RTL-8 Loading a Transport Unit 2
RTL-9 Bulldozer Simulator Training and Exercises 25
  Job Placement Assistance 1
  Class Graduation and Exit Interview 1
  TOTAL CLASSROOM THEORY 50

HANDS ON EQUIPMENT

PROJECTS & EXERCISES

Equipment Projects will utilize bulldozers.

Course ID Description Hours
RTE-1 Heavy Equipment Safety – Performance Tasks 2
RTE-2  Prestart Inspection and Preventative Maintenance on a Bulldozer 4
RTE-3 Startup, Warm-up, and Shutdown Procedures 4
RTE-4 Bulldozer Basic Maneuvers 10
RTE-5 Bulldozer Operation 10
  TOTAL HANDS-ON EQUIPMENT PROJECTS & EXERCISES 30
  TOTAL TRAINING HOURS 80
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VIEW OUR OTHER INDIVIDUAL HEAVY EQUIPMENT COURSES

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tractor loader backhoe

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FAQs

Q1. How long is the Bulldozer Operator Training course?

A1. The bulldozer course is a 2-week, 80-hour program that combines classroom lessons, simulator practice, and hands-on equipment training to prepare students for real job sites.

Q2. Will I receive a certification after completing bulldozer operator training?

A2. Yes. Graduates receive a Certificate of Completion and are entered into the NCCER Registry, which is a nationally recognized system employers use to verify operator skills.

Q3. Who should take the bulldozer course instead of the Heavy Now program?

A3. This course is perfect for students who prefer to focus on just one machine at a time or who specifically want bulldozer operator training for immediate career opportunities.

Q4. Can I get a job quickly after completing the bulldozer operator training?

A4. Yes. Since the course only takes 2 weeks to complete, many students are job-ready soon after graduation. The program is designed to help you start working as a bulldozer operator faster.