In Sudbury, we know mining and we know Heavy Equipment!

Whether you want to work as a mechanic in the mines or in construction, you must start with the basics; and just like industry, we always start with safety. Working with and around Heavy Equipment is about a culture of safety, to recognize potentially dangerous conditions and situations and avoid them; we strongly support that way of thinking at Cambrian College.

There is also so much diversity in this trade, from basic maintenance, brakes, engine repairs and hydraulics, to electronics and autonomous vehicles; you have so many opportunities to find a career in something that is exciting, challenging and rewarding.

We work with our industry partners to focus your learning on what industry needs to help you be successful in securing a start in your career and to give you the skills to be able to tackle many challenges in life; because as a technician you have been trained to find solutions.

We follow the Ontario apprenticeship training standards so you be sure to be getting the right training for the trade to be ready to start your career as a Heavy Equipment Technician apprentice upon graduation.

Program Highlights
2 years – 4 semesters

Upon successful completion of our program, your diploma equates to three levels of theory required towards your apprenticeship Certificate of Qualification.

Work on off-road heavy equipment such as loaders, bulldozers, trucks, and various components like engines, transmissions, brake systems, fuel systems, hydraulic systems found in our heavy equipment shop.

Enhanced teaching and learning techniques to develop your critical thinking skills so that you are ready to take on a task from the start to its completion.

Graduates of this program can come back for a third year and complete the second year of the Truck and Coach Technician program and receive a diploma in that program as well.

4D Learning Opportunities
Ontario Technological Skills Competition – Each year, select Cambrian Heavy Equipment students compete in this provincial competition against other college students and apprentices.

Optional Paid Co-op
Our program features an optional, paid co-op directly related to your program of study. During this work-integrated learning experience, you’ll apply your skills and knowledge in an actual work environment, giving you industry training that you can showcase to potential employers when you graduate.

You will be required to complete work preparation sessions prior to the work term to help you develop an industry-specific resume and effective interviewing skills. Cambrian’s Career Centre will support you through this process and will also help you to source and apply for placement opportunities.

International students: Study permits prohibit international students from participating in optional co-ops. However, if you are an international student and are interested in work-integrated learning opportunities, visit Cambrian’s Career Centre to discuss available options with a career advisor. Opportunities may include volunteer positions or part-time or full-time jobs during academic breaks and/or during the academic year.

Graduates may find employment as apprentices in the forestry, mining, and construction industries as well as heavy equipment manufacturing or in truck shops.