Excavator Operations
This course is designed for persons who wish to learn how to operate an excavator.
Students will also learn how to:
- perform preventative maintenance on the equipment
change attachments
replace defective hoses
load materials
clear sites
grade and backfill materials
clean equipment - dig & excavate sites
*Please note that applicants must be licensed drivers 18 years or older to be eligible to participate in this course.
*Safety boots and a reflector vest are required.
*Students are responsible for paying their own permit and licensing fees.
We invite you to use our new Online Application Portal to submit your application to the Barbados Vocational Training Board.
Simply click below and select Barbados Vocational Training Board as your target institution. Then complete the Sign Up form and Submit.
NOTE: Please use a valid email address you can access as you will be required to validate the email address before continuing with the application.
Latest Course Information
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Sep 26, 2026
Duration:12 weeks
Day(s):Saturday
Time:1:00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.
Tutor:Mr.Gibson
Course Fee:$650.00
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are a few FAQs pertaining to this programme or course:
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- Will I be paid while on the Apprenticeship Programme?
Yes, note that the wage paid varies according to the company which employs you. An apprentice is paid 45%, 55% and 75% of a regular employee’s pay in the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd respectively.
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- Is there a registration fee for the Evening Programme?
The only fee associated with the course is the cost of the programme.
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- What qualifications do I need to take an Evening programme?
No qualifications are required. Some advanced courses require that the beginners’ course be taken first.
Training Centres
This course is held at the following training centre(s):
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C. Lomer Alleyne Skills Training Centre
The CLA centre is where most of the Board’s Evening programmes are held. It is known for its Agricultural and Engineering programmes. CLA is the BVTB’s largest centre and it continues to be expanded.
Testimonials
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The Apprenticeship Programme has been a good experience. I learned a lot at Structural Systems during the on-the-job training. Within three years, I began as an Apprentice Welder and have become an Operator, by gaining experience in welding, fabrication, and by receiving Autocad training. I enjoyed the theoretical training at the Samuel Jackman Prescod Polytechnic. The teachers were helpful and kind, especially Mr. Ian Harvey.
Carlos Watson
Machine Operator at Structural Systems Limited
