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Application Process

Thank you for your interest in the Ohio Operating Engineers Apprenticeship Program.

The process for applying to become a student in our training program is as follows:

Fill out our online application. We are not accepting any “in-person” applications. (click on any “Apply Now” link throughout this website)
- Make sure your name is spelled correctly
- Make sure your email address is correct
- Make sure your phone number is correct
- Make sure your “Last Four” (SS#) are correct

2. We will contact ALL applicants to schedule their entrance examination by phone, email, or both.

- Make sure your voicemail is set-up, and able to receive messages
- Make sure to watch your email (spam folder included)

3. Each of our training sites is actively contacting and testing applicants.

**We recently started our “Computer-Based” testing format. All sites began contacting applicants beginning with the oldest applications first, in January 2022.

**On average, it will take 3-4 weeks after you apply to be contacted. Each site has a different schedule and various numbers of applicants.

4. Once you have completed your test, you will be scored. Those who “pass” the test, will be contacted for an interview.

- Again, please make sure to check your email, and your phone, as these are the methods we will contact you.

**For those who have already applied: There is no need to re-apply. If you have an update such as a new address, a new email, or a new phone number, you may contact the training site that you have submitted your application to, and update your contact information with that site.

Teaching Future Heavy Equipment Operators

Equipment Operator Apprenticeship

Grader Training

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HAZWOPER Training

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Winter-time Dirt Training

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GPS Measure Up

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Working a Fill

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Paving Class

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Trench Safety

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Vac-U-Worx

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CAT 120M Grader

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Laying a Mat

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Finishing Touches

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Field Exercises

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Trench Safety Training

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Drainage Training

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Crane Training

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Backhoe Training

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Drone Training

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Picnic Time

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More Picnics!

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Concrete Pumping

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Pond Building

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Grade Checker Training

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Remote Equipment Training

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Crane Training with other Crafts

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Working with Kids at COSI

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Task Force 1 Training

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Milling Machine Training

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Deep Excavation Training

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Giving a Helping Hand

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Habitat Helpers

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Tower Crane Operator

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More Tower Cranes!

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Compacting the Fill

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Scraper Work

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Training is an extremely important investment. The Union and its signatory contractors are committed to making this investment. We pride ourselves on providing the latest, cutting-edge education for our members. Because a skilled Operating Engineer is our greatest asset.

Donald Black - Apprenticeship Administrative Manager

We encourage all of our members to utilize the training centers, no matter what level they may be, and no matter how many years of experience they have. Obtaining skills on multiple pieces of equipment, and acquiring as many credentials as possible, will create job opportunities for everyone. Remember the Local 18 Motto: Together we train, Together we gain.