MOS 21V Concrete and Asphalt Equipment Operator

Civilian Equivalents The following civilian occupations are similar to MOS 21V. For more information about these occupations from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook, click on the civilian equivalent below. Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators

Credential Summary     Certification   Federal License   State License   Apprenticeship

State Licensure

A number of states require licensure for individuals practicing in this field in the civilian workforce. You can search for state licensure requirements on the
U.S. Department of Labor’s Licensed Occupations web site.

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Apprenticeship

Construction equipment operators usually learn their skills on the job. There are a number of formal three-year operating engineer apprenticeship programs, consisting of at least three years or 6,000 hours of on-the-job training and 144 hours per year of related classroom instruction, which are administered by union-management committees of the International Union of Operating Engineers and the Associated General Contractors of America, Inc. Training and experience operating related mobile equipment in the Armed Forces would be an asset to anyone seeking a formal apprenticeship. Because apprentices learn to operate a wider variety of machines than do other beginners, they usually have better job opportunities.

There is no centralized source of information regarding opportunities for apprenticeships. In addition to the direct links above, contact your State Apprenticeship Council Information or the Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship Training, Employer and Labor Services (Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training) for details about apprenticeship or other work opportunities in the construction equipment operator trade. Another potential source of information is the America’s Job Bank Web site.

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