Winter/Spring 2025 CJAT CLASS SCHEDULE

Forklift Operator Re-certification Class: May 10, 2025: Click HERE to register

Forklift Operator Certification Course: May 17, 2025: This two-day course will prepare members for the written examination and allow them to take the Forklift Operator Assessment. Click HERE to register.

OSHA Trenching & Excavation course: June 21, 2025: Click HERE to register

GPS/Rover Class: March 8, 2025. This course will train students in current GPS technology. Click HERE to register.

Machine Controls Class: March 22, 2025. Click HERE to register

CPR/ FIRST AID - January 11, 2025. This class is highly recommended for ALL apprentices to take. Click HERE to register.

NCCCO Winter Classes: For questions, call our Crane Instructor, Shannon Ridgway, at (303) 644-3909 EXT 105.

Members can access Crane study materials at the training site anytime during business hours. These courses are progressive, and participation is expected. The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (CCO) has moved to a digital platform for all written examinations. All candidates must create an account with CCO and register for the exams using the online dashboard. 

*Due to recent policy and changes by the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators NCCCO; Colorado Journeyman & Apprentice Training Program, CJAT will continue to offer Certification opportunities as follows:

Written Exams –

  It may be taken as a single candidate, Tuesday through Friday, 8 am—2 pm. Appointments are required.

  Small group testing opportunities are available as needed. Appointments are required.

Practical Exams –

 It may be taken Tuesday – Friday 8 am – 2 pm. Appointments are required.

Programs that CJAT offers NCCCO written and practical examinations.

                Mobile Crane Operator

TSS = Arva AT 3035M, TLL = Grove 522b, LAT = Manitowoc 111

                Tower Crane Operator

Comedil GTS-511a

Rigger/ Signal Qualification Class: January 25, 2025. Click HERE to register.

CCO Prep for Tower Crane Class: April 26, 2025. Click HERE to register.

 OSHA & AMSE Study Class:  TBA– 8 Hours. This course will assist the members with interpreting the current laws stipulated by OSHA specifically pertaining to cranes used in construction. Topics include electrical safety, wire rope, rigging, crane signals, inspections and hoisting personnel. Participants will learn how ASME applies to cranes used in construction. Subjects covered will include crane types, nomenclature and components, & crane set up with an emphasis on powerline safety, suspended personal platforms, and crane inspections. 

 NCCCO Recertification Class: TBA.  For Experienced Crane Operators who need to re-certify for their NCCCO Certification. 

 Interpretation of Crane Rating Manuals: TBD—8 Hours. This course was created for experienced and aspiring crane operators. Topics covered include working with percentages, fractions, decimals, conversions, and estimating weights using standardized formulas. We will cover note interpretation along with understanding and using load charts and range diagrams. We will utilize charts from various manufacturers and different crane types in this class. 

CCCO review and Load charts class: TBA—This class will cover load charts and offer a review of the NCCCO Test. 

Crane inspection & set-up class: Prerequisite for Jib erection class: learn how to inspect, learn LMI system and crane operation.  

 Jib set up class: June 7, 2025.  Learn Jib erection, crane setup, and operation. Click HERE to register.

Side Boom Class: February 15, 2025: Click HERE to register.

MECHANIC FUNDAMENTALS- April 12, 2025: This is a required course for ALL apprentices. Click HERE to register.

Cylinder rebuild class: February 8, 2025:  Learn how to rebuild a cylinder and other mechanical training. Click HERE to register.