Skilled construction workers remain in demand even as Lehigh Valley companies position themselves to endure and recover from the coronavirus pandemic. Carpenters, electricians, HVAC technicians, heavy equipment operators, painters and plumbers were among the workers most commonly sought by local Architecture & Construction employers in the year ending June 2020.

Of that group, heavy equipment operators earn the most — their median salary is $48,160 — with the least specialized training. Lehigh Career & Technical Institute’s adult education department offers training and certification in as little as six weeks.

Our heavy equipment course offerings include:

Heavy Equipment Operations

Students learn to use heavy machinery on an enormous outdoor training course designed to build their experience and confidence. They practice on more than two dozen pieces of equipment while earning OSHA safety and PennDOT flagger credentials.

Combinations

Students pair heavy equipment operator training with commercial driver’s license or CDL training in this combination course. Learning more varied skills leads to more opportunities for employment and advancement in the Architecture & Construction field.

Many of our courses are offered on weekday evenings and weekends, so adult students can meet their personal obligations while pursuing professional goals. Plus, LCTI offers scholarships for students facing financial hardship due to the coronavirus pandemic and we’re approved for a variety of financial aid sources.