IUOE Local 478 Training Center
Meriden, CT
The Local 478 Training Center offers an array of courses on subjects ranging from plan reading and jobsite layout to the use of global positioning satellites for members who come from all over Connecticut and surrounding states
The 13,000 square-foot facility in Meriden was built in 1981. Since its inception Local 478 Training has expanded adding two classrooms, a 17 station computer lab, a 4000sq. ft. HAZMAT and Safety building and a 36 acre satellite training site.
Local 478 also has a variety of other training tools such as our crane simulator. Our simulator enables our apprentices to bridge the gap between classroom learning and hands-on training. Another integral part of our training program is our online learning management system (LMS). Our online training aid provides online courses, practice quizzes and transcript history for all training completed at Local 478.
In addition to our many course offerings and training tools, Local 478 is proud to provide some of the most skilled instructors in the industry, imparting our members with a wealth of valuable field and classroom experience.
Job Specifications
Meriden, CT
On-site
6 months ago
Apprenticeship
Entry Level
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Heavy Equipment Operator Apprentice (In-Person Applications Only)
Our heavy equipment operator apprenticeship is a four-year, 6,000-hour program, and our mechanic apprenticeship is a four-year, 8,000-hour program. Both include supervised classroom and on-the-job training. Our apprentices are regular members of the workforce, earning wages and benefits while acquiring job skills.
Pre-apprentice training is available to those individuals who qualify following an extensive interview process. The pre-apprentice training is free of charge to those who qualify and are invited to attend. Pre-apprentices complete 240 hours of training, attending classes Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., for six weeks.
After you complete a pre-apprenticeship, the best way to learn skills is to do the work of an operating engineer. Our apprentices pursue field training on actual job sites, where they learn from journey worker operators.
Each apprentice accumulates 6,000 hours of combined on-the-job training, classroom training and hands on related training over a Period of four years.
Apprentice wages start around $25 an hour with annual raises of 10 percent a year.
Requirements
Operating Engineers Local 478 Apprenticeship Training and Skill Improvement Fund is taking applications in 2026 for a limited number of apprentices.
The training is intended for individuals interested in becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator or Heavy Equipment Mechanic.
Applications will be available on the following dates and times: (In-Person Applications Only)
June 2, 2026 from 7:00am-Noon
June 3, 2026 from Noon-5:00pm
October 6, 2026 from 7:00am-Noon
October 7, 2026 from Noon-5:00pm
APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN PERSON AT THE TRAINING SCHOOL
153 EVANSVILLE AVE., MERIDEN CT 06541
Mechanical aptitude test will be administered on day of application .
Applicants Must:
· Be 18 years of age or older at the start of the program
· Have a valid driver license
· Be able to meet the requirements for CDL medical card
· Have a high school diploma or GED
· Be able to pass a drug screen test
The IUOE local 478 Training Fund adheres to the Equal Employment Opportunity principles.
Veterans are encouraged to apply. For additional information visit our website or call 1-800-841-0478
Additional Information
2025-03-10
International Union of Operating Engineers