Heavy Equipment Operator (Tractor-Loader-Backhoe)
Tractor-loader-backhoe operators (TLB) operate tractor-loader-backhoes to move and load earth, rock, gravel or other materials during construction and related activities. They work in the construction and maintenance of roads, bridges, airports and utilities, and of gas and oil pipelines, tunnels, buildings and other structures. They also operate equipment in surface mining, quarrying, and land clearing activities.
National Occupational Classification (NOC): 73400
Designation Year: 2014
Designated Red Seal in: NB, NL, NS, NU, ON, PE, QC
Trade title: Heavy Equipment Operator (Tractor–Loader–Backhoe) in NL, NS, PE
Other titles used in provinces/territories: Heavy Equipment Operator - Tractor-Loader-Backhoe (ON), Heavy Equipment Operator (QC)
Occupational Standard for current exams
View the most recent standard. This is the complete description of the activities of the Heavy Equipment Operator (Tractor–Loader–Backhoe) trade. It is used as the basis for the Red Seal exams for this trade.
Essential Skills
Please refer to the Essential Skills section of the trade’s Occupational Standard that describes the essential skills needed to succeed in this trade.
Job Market Reports
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Sample Questions
Try the sample Heavy Equipment Operator (Tractor-Loader-Backhoe) examination questions to prepare for your Red Seal examination.
Exam Information
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Ellis Chart
Consult the Ellis Chart for a full breakdown of apprenticeship data from across Canada for the trade of Heavy Equipment Operator (Tractor-Loader-Backhoe).
Interprovincial Program Guide
View information that guides the technical training for this trade in the Heavy Equipment Operator (Tractor-Loader-Backhoe) Interprovincial Program Guide.