- April 26, 2024
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Flagler County answered the call put forth by Flagler Technical College to become part of a much needed program to train adult students to become heavy equipment operators who are ready to hire. The county is part of a team that includes the City of Palm Coast and a half dozen private businesses that guide the instructional program.
“The Heavy Equipment Operator Technician program at Flagler Technical College was born out of an industry need to replace aging operators with trained professionals,” said FTC Director Renee Stauffacher. “We are honored to partner with Flagler County for use of their equipment and land for students to train.”
Last week, students trained at Flagler County’s “shell pit” (road material) on State Road 100 near Flagler Beach. Students also practice their skills on the S.E. Cline Construction property.
“This assists FTC to keep the cost of the program down for students,” Stauffacher said.
An advisory committee was formed consisting of local companies that hire operators, including: S.E. Cline Construction; 4C’s Trucking and Excavation; J.D. Webber Construction Company; Halifax Paving; P&S Paving; Garney Construction; Flagler County; and the City of Palm Coast.
Flagler County Road and Bridge Manager Ryan Prevatt serves on the committee.
“I am both honored and humbled for the opportunity to serve on the FTC Advisory Committee alongside the list of local companies that support the program,” he said. “We look forward towards helping both students and adults gain careers in an industry that requires trained professionals, and will be of benefit the community in the future.”
