Do you enjoy working outdoors?
Do you like working as a member of a team to accomplish a mission?
Would you like a REAL sense of accomplishment at the end of the day?
If so, a career in the construction field as a heavy equipment operator might be the thing for you. America continues to grow, so does the need for skilled Equipment Operators. For 8 years, Heavy Construction Academy has been helping military service members and veterans get the training necessary to enter the construction industry as a competent and professional operator.
Your military service gave you the intangible assets that employers look for like work ethic, integrity, teamwork and reliability. Let Heavy Construction Academy gives you the Equipment Operator Certification that makes you a valuable commodity.
All of our instructors are veterans who transitioned from the military into the construction industry. Their leadership and guidance will help during your transition into the civilian world. With certification on 9 different types or machines, you will provide your future company a very diverse skill set.
HCA’s teaching philosophy mirrors that of the military and all our instruction is based on demonstration and then student performance. More than 70% of your time will be spent in the operator seat learning safe, efficient, and effective techniques.
HCA is a VA Approved Post 9/11 MGIB Vocational Program so you don’t pay a dime out of pocket if you have 100% Eligibility. We provide you with several Partner Hotels to choose from at reduced rates that are within your GI Bill housing allowance.
Below you will find all of the necessary links to apply for
your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits and also attached is HCA’s Application
for Admission.
To apply for Post 9/11 Benefits go to the following link and complete the VONAPP form. Click Here! to get on your way to a new career as a heavy equipment operator!
To check the status of your benefits, go to the following link: Click Here!
Learn more about our Lodging Partners and Class and Open House Dates
Want more information about the GI Bill?
Here are some answers to commonly asked questions.