Civil Construction Technician
Build the Roads and Bridges of Tomorrow
Launch a career in civil construction through hands-on training, industry-recognized credentials, and real-world exposure to road and bridge construction inspection.
Program Overview
The Civil Construction Technician Certificate is an entry-level workforce training program that prepares you for career pathways in transportation and civil construction, including road, bridge, and other infrastructure projects.
You’ll build foundational knowledge in construction safety, roadway and bridge construction, surveying, materials testing, construction inspection, documentation, quality control, and field operations. Through classroom instruction, lab experiences, field activities, and a capstone project, you’ll get hands-on practice with the tools, technologies, and procedures used across the industry. Successful completion includes OSHA 10 certification.
At a Glance
The schedule includes a winter break and a built-in snow day/make-up week.
Where It Leads
Graduates are prepared for entry-level or trainee positions such as:
Safety Gear Provided
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for field activities, and the program provides it at no cost to you:
PPE is grant-funded through the Alfond Center for the Advancement of Maine’s Workforce.
Program Schedule
Classes meet Monday evenings, 5:00 – 8:00 PM, unless noted. Friday field labs run 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
| Week | Date | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Monday, Nov. 2 | Industry Orientation, Career Pathways & Construction Safety |
| 2 | Fri. & Sat., Nov. 13–14 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM |
OSHA 10 Certification (no Monday class) |
| 3 | Monday, Nov. 16 | Introduction to Road & Bridge Construction |
| 3 | Friday, Nov. 20 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
Field Lab: Jobsite Observation & Construction Equipment Exposure |
| 4 | Monday, Nov. 23 | Construction Math Fundamentals & Applications |
| 5 | Monday, Nov. 30 | Plans, Specifications & Construction Drawings |
| 6 | Monday, Dec. 7 | Introduction to Surveying & Digital Field Tools |
| 6 | Friday, Dec. 11 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
Field Lab: Surveying & Layout |
| 7 | Monday, Dec. 14 | Materials Fundamentals: Soils, Asphalt & Concrete |
| 8 | Friday, Dec. 18 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
Field Lab: Materials Testing Laboratory Experience |
| – | Dec. 28 & Jan. 4 | Winter Break – No Classes |
| 9 | Monday, Jan. 11 | Construction Inspection Fundamentals |
| 10 | Monday, Jan. 18 | Documentation, Reporting & Professional Communication |
| 11 | Monday, Jan. 25 | Inspection Documentation, Quality Control & Quantity Calculations & Tracking |
| 11 | Friday, Jan. 29 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
Capstone: Capstone Inspection Experience |
| 12 | Monday, Feb. 1 | Reserved Snow Day / Make-Up Session / Industry Presentation |
| 13 | Monday, Feb. 8 | Career Fair, Employer Networking & Graduation Celebration |
Shaded rows are Friday and weekend sessions. Field lab dates are tentative and may change based on weather, facility availability, and partner schedules.
Program Contacts
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