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From apprentice to master technician — build a career that builds Wyoming.

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Two Paths. One Standard.

Get Certified on the Equipment That Runs Wyoming

Whether you run a dozer, excavator, or motor grader — our operator training programs give you the skills to work safer, faster, and smarter. Grade control certification, VisionLink basics, and safety courses designed for the conditions you actually work in.

  • Better fuel efficiency
  • Reduced machine wear
  • Grade control mastery
  • Safety certifications (MSHA/OSHA)
  • VisionLink telematics basics

ThinkBIG — Cat's Premier Technician Program

A 2-year associate degree program combined with Cat dealer certification. You alternate between college coursework and hands-on experience at our shops. Graduate with zero debt, a degree, full Cat certification, and a guaranteed job.

  • 2-year associate degree
  • Earn while you learn
  • Casper College & Gillette College partners
  • Graduate debt-free
  • Guaranteed job placement at Wyoming Machinery
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Training Programs

From single-day certifications to a full 2-year technician pathway — we have a program for every skill level.

Grade Control Certification

Cat GRADE, Trimble, and GPS machine control systems. Hands-on calibration, setup, and daily operation.

Equipment Operation

Dozers, excavators, wheel loaders, motor graders — learn on the actual iron you'll run on the job.

Safety & Compliance

MSHA, OSHA, confined space, fall protection, and lockout/tagout. Required certifications handled in-house.

VisionLink & Fleet Management

Telematics training — monitor machine health, fuel usage, idle time, and location from your office.

ThinkBIG Technician Program

2-year associate degree + Cat certification. Partner colleges: Casper College, Gillette College. Earn while you learn.

Custom Corporate Training

On-site programs built for your mining or construction operation. We come to you with equipment and curriculum.

Why Train With Us

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Full-Time Trainers

The most in-house training capacity of any Wyoming dealer. Dedicated instructors — not technicians pulled off the floor for a day.

Real Equipment

Train on the actual machines you'll operate — not simulators. D6 dozers, 336 excavators, 950 loaders. The real thing.

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Wyoming-Specific

Winter operations, high-altitude performance, remote site protocols. Training built for the conditions you actually work in — not a generic classroom curriculum.

Upcoming Training Events

Training Schedule Updated Quarterly

Contact our training department for the latest course schedule and availability. Custom training dates available for corporate groups of 5 or more.

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Your Career Path

From day one to decade one — here's how a career at Wyoming Machinery progresses.

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Apprentice

Year 1

Entry-level training, supervised work, foundational skills

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Journeyman

Year 2-3

Independent diagnostics, Cat certification exams

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Certified Technician

Year 3-5

Full Cat certification, specialty training

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Master Technician

Year 5+

Advanced systems, mentoring, complex rebuilds

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Specialist / Trainer

Year 7+

Subject matter expert, training delivery, leadership

READY TO START TRAINING?

Sign up for the next session, ask about ThinkBIG, or schedule custom training for your crew.

Grade control, operation, and safety courses
ThinkBIG 2-year technician program
Custom on-site corporate training
No experience required for entry-level programs

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