Operating Engineers 324 Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship
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Deadline
April 10, 2026
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Overview
Operating Engineers 324 Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship
Funder: International Union of Operating Engineers Local 324 (Michigan)
Program Status: Active - Applications opening April 6, 2026
Geographic Scope: Michigan
Focus Areas: Heavy equipment operator training and apprenticeship
Program Description
A registered apprenticeship program providing earn-and-learn opportunities for individuals seeking careers as heavy equipment operators. The program combines on-the-job training with classroom instruction.- Age: Must be at least 17 years old at time of application
- Residency: Must be a Michigan resident
- Driver's License: Must have a valid Michigan Driver's License
- Education: Must provide one of the following: - Official high school transcript showing graduation date - GED certificate - High school diploma
- WorkKeys Testing: Must have acceptable scores on three WorkKeys tests: - Applied Mathematics: Level 3 (Heavy Equipment Operator/Technician) or Level 4 (Stationary) with 2-digit scale score - Locating Information/Graphic Literacy: Level 4 with 2-digit scale score - Reading for Information/Workplace Documents: Level 4 with 2-digit scale score
- Citizenship: Must be U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States
- Physical Ability: Must be physically able to perform the work of the trade
- Drug Testing: Must pass a drug test if accepted for training
- Transportation: Must have a reliable vehicle and be willing to travel to job assignments throughout Michigan
Eligibility Requirements
Application Fee
$35 non-refundable application fee (credit card or debit card with Visa or MasterCard logo)- Good wages that increase annually
- Health insurance
- Pension benefits
- Access to union training programs
- Training at 555-acre Construction Career Center campus in Howell, Michigan
Benefits
Apprentices receive:- Wayne Community College: 313-992-3311
- SEMCA Michigan Works Highland Park: 313-826-0299
- Washtenaw Community College: 734-249-5920
- Flint Michigan Works: 810-233-5974
- Michigan Works Southwest (Kalamazoo): 269-383-2536
- Bay College UP: 833-671-4737
- Lansing Community College: 517-267-5500
- Additional locations at: www.michiganworks.org and WorkKeys test site locator
WorkKeys Testing Locations in Michigan
Contact
Website: oe324.org Organization: Operating Engineers 324, International Union of Operating EngineersHow to Apply
Application Process
Application Period: April 6, 2026 at 12:00 AM (Midnight) through April 10, 2026 or until applications are exhausted (whichever comes first)
Application Method: Online application form at oe324.org
Required Materials
1. Application Fee: $35 non-refundable fee (Visa or MasterCard debit/credit card)
2. Education Documentation (submit ONE of the following):
- Official high school transcript showing graduation date
- GED certificate
- High school diploma
3. WorkKeys Test Scores (all three required):
- Applied Mathematics (Level 3 or 4) - must include 2-digit scale score
- Locating Information/Graphic Literacy (Level 4) - must include 2-digit scale score
- Reading for Information/Workplace Documents (Level 4) - must include 2-digit scale score
- Note: WorkKeys scores do not expire. Tests can be taken at Michigan Works locations or Community Colleges (not online)
4. Valid Michigan Driver's License
Step-by-Step Application
1. Schedule and take WorkKeys tests at approved Michigan testing locations (if not already completed)
2. Gather all required documentation listed above
3. Complete the online application form at oe324.org/application
4. Submit application fee ($35)
5. Complete online application with all required information
6. Submit all supporting documentation during application period
7. Incomplete applications will be rejected
- Both scale score and level score required for each WorkKeys test
- Failure to provide both scores results in incomplete application
- Applications accepted on first-come, first-served basis until exhausted
- Sign up for email notifications about future application openings
Important Notes
- Take WorkKeys tests as soon as possible before application period
- Gather and organize all required documents
- Ensure Michigan Driver's License is valid
- Review all requirements before beginning application
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