Jumpstart Your New Career
Become a 'Certified Heavy Equipment Operator' in Just 5 Weeks
Hands-on Experience With 7 Types of Heavy Machinery
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Certified In 5 Weeks
Fast-track your career with our intensive, fully immersive training program
Real-World Training
Hands-on experience with 7 pieces of machinery, ensuring you're job-ready
Maintenance Training
Learn how to inspect, service, and maintain your equipment. (adding to your value as an employee).
Flexible Funding
Band / Indigenous / Government Funding Available
"best decision of my life"
“You’re not going to get this feel from a simulator. This is the real deal.”
"All you need to succeed"
“This course is amazing. 10 out of 10. I’d recommend it to anyone who gets the chance.”
"I had zero experience… now I feel confident"
“I always wanted to do this since I was young. SWS gave me the opportunity.”
Companies are desperate. 1 in 5 operators retiring.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
- 200 HOURS in the seat of excavators, dozers & more
- 7 MACHINES you'll learn on a real construction site
- $58K-$79K/YEAR average operator salary
- 80% OF GRADUATES land jobs shortly after training
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the program cost?
Pricing for 2025 is $15,500, this includes all your fees, tuition, PPE and other associated costs.
Only thing you need to supply is your CSA Approved min 6″ steel toed boots.
Cost breakdown as follows: Tuition: $9179.10, Registration Fee: $275, Books/Supplies: $6000 and Training Completion Fund: $45.90. *Please note prices may change*
Funding options available
You can pay for your training in the following ways, or a combination of any options below:
First Nations, Aboriginal, Metis, Non-Status
Get in touch with your Employment & Training department of your band or apply for funding via the options above.
Government
- MB Job Skills Training
- Canada Manitoba Job Grant
- Local Employment MB Office
Private / Self Pay
- Email money transfer (e-transfer)
- Certified cheque / bank draft
- RRSP / RESP
- Employer sponsored training
- Payment plan with SWS – contact us for more details
We are what CRA calls a DEI – Designated Educational Institute, which means we issue Federal T2202 Tuition Tax Receipts for income tax purposes.
What machines will I learn to operate?
Seven machines: loader, dozer, excavator, haul truck, grader, backhoe, and skid steer. You’ll get extensive seat time on actual construction equipment on a real jobsite, not simulators or parking lot training.
Will I get a job after completing this program?
Our students have an 80-85% hire rate. Heavy Equipment Operators earn $22-$42/hour ($58,000-$79,000/year) in Canada. Success depends on your skills, attitude, and work ethic – we provide the training that employers actually value.
Is accommodation available during training?
Yes, we have special pricing arrangements with several local hotels. Rates range from approximately $1,680 (3-star) to $4,300 (5-star) for the entire stay, but are subject to change. The training site is about 15 minutes from accommodations. You’ll need your own transportation or arrange ride-sharing.
We also offer an all inclusive package, please speak with your admissions advisor to learn more.
Where is the training program?
Morden, MB and other locations pending demand.
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