Winter 2026 CJAT CLASS SCHEDULE

Forklift Operator Re-certification Class:  May 16, 2026: Click HERE to register.

Forklift Operator Certification Course:  May 30, 2026 — This two-day course will prepare participants for the written examination and enable them to take the Forklift Operator Assessment. Click HERE to register

OSHA Trenching & Excavation course:  June 13, 2026: Click HERE to register

GPS/Rover Class: February 21, 2026. This course will train students in current GPS technology. Click HERE to register.

Machine Controls Class: May 2, 2026.   Click HERE to register. 

CPR/ FIRST AID -March 7, 2026. This class is highly recommended for all apprentices. 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: Call Office. 

Intro to crane operation: January 24, 2026. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

CCO Osha, ASME Prep Study and review : April 4, 2026. Click HERE to register. This course will help members understand and interpret current OSHA laws, specifically those related to construction cranes. 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 will include crane types, nomenclature, and components; crane setup; and powerline safety, suspended personal platforms, and crane inspections.

 NCCCO Recertification Class: TBA.  Call Shannon for Materials and Practical: For Experienced Crane Operators who need to re-certify for their NCCCO Certification. 

 Load Charts Class: April 18, 2026: This class will cover load charts for towers and mobile cranes. Click HERE to register.

Crane inspection & set-up class: January 10, 2026:  Prerequisite for Jib erection class: learn how to inspect, learn LMI systems and crane operation.  Click HERE to register.

 Jib set up class: February 7, 2026. Learn Jib erection, crane setup, and operation. Click HERE to register.

MECHANIC FUNDAMENTALS : June 13, 2026: This is a required introductory course for all apprentices. Click HERE to register.

Cylinder rebuild class: February 21, 2026:  Learn how to rebuild a cylinder and other mechanical training. Click HERE to register.