Very nice, knowledgeable staff that makes you feel like you’re right at home. Student to staff ratio is top tier with plenty of hands on time! Highly recommended!
Fantastic school! Very hands on and engaging. You hit the ground running with the the full trust of your instructors. I highly recommend this course for anyone looking to get into heavy equipment operations!
I just recently graduated from North Country Heavy Equipment School, and I feel that I have come out of the school with more knowledge about heavy equipment and will be able to start a career in a field that I want. The instructors were great and made learning fun and easy. I highly recommend coming to North Country if you would like to start a career in the heavy equipment field.
I just finished my heavy equipment operation class and have nothing but good things to say about there program the instructors are great at teaching you what you need as well as meeting you where your at and expanding your on knowledge. I would recommend this class to enyone going into fields around equipment
Just wrapping up my Heavy Equipment course and have to say the small hands on teaching and learning here is top notch. Very well spirited personnel with training mentality. Highly recommended for all willing to learn
Just finished my Heavy Equipment Operator schooling and I loved it. I would recommend anyone that is interested in learning how to operate heavy equipment or even just wonders how it is to invest in yourself and go on down to North Country and get started. They also have CDL schooling as well as lineman schooling if you're interested. You'll have a blast. Don't hesitate to call, just do it. You'll find that the staff/employees are very helpful and kind. Thank you North Country for your help and the delicious food as well. Oops, guess I forget to mention the food.😁
I was part of the first class that went through the line school. I was blown away with the knowledge that I got from learning how to climb to learning how to get an apprenticeship. The instructors were all great people.
As a new heavy equipment operator, with experience in operating many other pieces of equipment, these guts are very efficient.Lots of seat time like on the job training. That can relate complicated material in easy to understand language.They were highly recomended by multiple people before I applied and niw I know why.Thanks Don, Emil and Dennis.
I had a great experience at NCHES. All the instructors are incredibly patient and helpful when it comes to learning all aspects of operating heavy equipment and learning the best, most efficient ways to do projects.
North Country Electrical Line School offers a truly enjoyable and enriching experience for anyone looking to pursue a career in the electrical line industry. The school strikes a great balance between learning and enjoyment, with many of us highlighting the excitement of working with actual power lines and equipment. The physical nature of the work, combined with the camaraderie among classmates, makes it a unique and rewarding experience. Students also mention that while the program is demanding, the sense of accomplishment when mastering new skills or completing a project is incredibly fulfilling.
Instructions are very knowledgeable and super understanding. Very light hearted atmosphere that allows you to make mistakes and learn from them. The only this that’s missing is that I wish the management had closer ties to the students and closer ties to company’s in the area. You’re on your own when it comes to finding a job they’ll show you jobs in your area through indeed.
My experience at north country heavy equipment school was great. Instructors were great and always available when needed. A lot of hands on experience.
"I had an great experience at North Country Heavy Equipment School! The instructors were incredibly knowledgeable and patient, ensuring I grasped each aspect of operating heavy machinery safely and efficiently. The hands-on training facilities were top-notch, providing a real-world environment to hone my skills. I highly recommend this school to anyone looking to start a career in heavy equipment operation. Thank you, North Country, for preparing me so well!"
North Country Heavy Equipment School has been an amazing experience!! Everyone and everything has been great here. From answering and returning phone calls and email quickly, to excellent trainers and training and a fun, but challenging environment to learn in. I cannot stress enough, about how awesome this experience has been! If you are considering a career in heavy equipment operation, or simply want to learn because you're curious, do not hesitate to give the school your business.
The school instructed by Don, Emil, and the occasional Dennis was exactly what I wanted and needed. The scaled instruction and problems given to build skills and confidence in the equipment were both enjoyable and appropriately scoped. The school was very accommodating when needing extra instruction or time. I left a much more confident operator and was even successful at clearing my own property, putting in a driveway, septic, and clearing a building site purely from the skills and lessons learned in this program. It’s difficult to truly express how accommodating and supportive the school is to students voiced concerns and needs which was the most impressive part for me.
I am so glad that I made the decision to attend this school! It has been a great experience and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to get into heavy equipment! The instructors are very knowledgeable and great people!
The heavy equipment operator course is a good course. You spend the majority of class time in the seat of various pieces of heavy machinery. The instructors and support staff are very helpful. You are given plenty of time to practice on each piece of equipment before completing the practical exercises. I would strongly recommend NCHES if you are considering becoming a heavy equipment operator.
Just finished up my class at North Country Heavy Equipment School. The staff and instructors are top notch! Great course and great environment. Thank you all!!
This school is hands down the best. The instructors love their job and are definitely happy to teach. They are also understanding. They get you ready for real life on the job training. I struggle learning new things on paper especially. Don and Dennis do everything they can to make sure I understand. It also helps they expect mistakes at first because you're new to the equipment but they also teach you how to correct your mistakes. If your looking to get your the best experience out of you certification training.This is the place to go. YOU WON'T REGRET IT!!
Wow, what a great experience! I learned more than I was anticipating and I'm looking forward to using this knowledge in the field. The instructors were awesome to work with. We had a good time on an off site project as well. I'm thankful for the opportunity and want to thank North Country Heavy Equipment School.
I am so glad that I made the decision to attend this school. It has been a great experience and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to get into heavy equipment. The instructors are very knowledgeable and great people.
I’m currently enrolled at North Country Heavy Equipment school located in Escanaba. This has been a life changing opportunity that will create many career paths for me. My favorite piece of equipment is the excavator. Thank you for giving me this opportunity and providing a lot of memories; from learning a new trade to making friends with similar interests.
I love the school, bear minimum time in a classroom and they maximize your time in your gear staff and everyone here are just awesome. I highly recommend this school to all
I am about halfway through this program now, and after completing the CDL class that I actually enjoyed, this class is even better, I mean who doesn't like playing with really big toys??? Top that off, they now have a log truck as well, so our class is the first one to learn on that too. Thank you everyone at both Midwest Truck Driving School, and North Country Heavy Equipment School....
Excellent school! The staff and instructors are very professional and knowledgeable, highly recommend this school if you're thinking of starting a career as an operator.
Im about to graduate this program, and it has been a great experience. Everyone is amazing, friendly instructors and office staff. The instructors are the best, if you are think about taking this course I highly recommend this school.
Knowledgeable instructors and staff that designed training for real world applications. Students get plenty of seat time on each piece of equipment ensuring confidence in their abilities. Instructors observe operations without looking over your shoulder allowing the students the time they need to learn controls without being rushed. Military friendly training. A++ training.
The instructors are all great and friendly. My time at north country Heavy equipment school was amazing and all the people are really great. I highly recommend this school for anyone trying to learn how to run heavy equipment
The instructors are all super friendly and helpful. They give you plenty of time to work with each machine. If you want to learn to run equipment this is the place to go great work.
I had a great experience while learning at North Country Heavy Equipment School. The instructors were very knowledgeable, helpful, and reasonable. The team of instructors were full of helpful tips and always made me feel like a friend to them. Overall, North Country Heavy Equipment School is a great place and was very good to me. I would recommend it to anyone wanting to get into the Heavy Equipment trade.
the best instructors super positive vibes lots to learn and lots to learn on everything g you need to know plus everything you want to know perfect 20/10 highly recommend
I would recommend anyone interested in or already working within the industry to join this class. The instructors are excellent and full of knowledge. They operate with great integrity so if something is unknown they find the answers which is vital when teaching safety! Loved it!
Im on my fourth week of class and went into this class not knowing what to expect, but i can tell you it was worth it !!, This place is amazing, the instructors are so nice, and extremely knowledgeable!!!! I would recommend for anyone who knows what they want as a career, or someone who’s just looking at options !!!!
The instructors and administrative staff are very nice and approachable. I can confidently say this was the best decision I’ve made for my education. It’s sad to have to leave such an amazing crew and say goodbye to these wonderful instructors. One of the best decisions you can make!
The best learning experience I could've ever asked for! The instructors treat you like family one moment, and then treat you like you're in the working field to get you ready for work environment. This is the perfect school for all the training necessary to start your new career. Thank you North Country Heavy Equipment School!
The instructors and administrative staff are very nice and approachable. They make me feel at ease. The instructors even sugessted a few fabulous parks for me to visit here in the U.P. The instructors are experienced and knowledgeable. I'd say 90% of the class is hands-on equipments training and work sites simulation, which I like. The one improvement that I think the school would benefit from is having a more updated fleet of machinery to train on. Some of the equipments like the dozer, excavator, grader, loader and dump trucks are quite old. Maybe 20+ yrs old equipments. It has seen better days. I don't expect the school to have all the latest and greatest models for us but perhaps a bit more updated.A side from that, I still learned a great deal from the class and of course had fun as well. I would definitely recommend this school to whoever is interested in entering into the construction field or prehaps just wanted to play with these big boys/girls toys. I'm glad I picked this school.
I’m currently going on my 3rd week at north country, and I can say it was the best decision I’ve ever made. The instructors are absolutely amazing and very knowledgeable. I was a little iffy on doing this in the winter months, but they have a huge building that you do most of your work in, so doing this in the winter is not a problem. I’d recommend this school to anyone and everyone that is interested in becoming a heavy equipment operator. 10/10 for sure! 🤙🏻
Love the school the instructors it’s hard to choose which school I loved more. The cdl part or the heavy equipment there’s no choice there both awesome.
North Country Heavy Equipment School is a Godsend!This Trade School prepared me well for actual work in this field.The instructors are very knowledgeable, patient and always provided good guidance. They work closely with students to help them meet their goals. Don did an amazing job helping me with everything! I could not be happier with my decision to go to North Country Heavy Equipment School. I am grateful to Don, Josh, RJ, Shawna and the entire staff.Thank you & endless blessings to all of you!Doris
While looking for some training for heavy equipment I found North Country. I was trying to further my education while using my VA benefits. The staff and crew made it easy and painless. Very responsive and easy to get ahold of them for any questions. The classes are informative and has made me confident in the equipment that they had but also in any piece I would have available to operate. They cover the gear that they train on and the make sure to go over what other options are out there. The instructors are easy to talk to and make you comfortable when asking questions. Having a few veterans as instructors is always good to see as well. 100% would recommend this to anyone looking for some quality education.
This school has been great. Building competencies and knowledge about all these different vital machines and other key construction skills. They are great and friendly instructors who are clear, helpful, fun, and informative. It's good how much time on the machines we're given here. That's what it takes to really learn it, to be practicing it a lot.
Instructors were very knowledgeable and patient in teaching us the equipment. Overall had a awesome experience! Would 10/10 recommend the heavy equipment course
Is been a great experience, they train you super well, while also not always hovering over you so you get to learn by yourself sometimes, plenty of equipment and good people you'll know for life, can't recommend this school enough!!
This school is put together by awesome and great people! The owners are amazing. And the instructors are awesome! They definitely make sure you do things right. If you don’t understand it they will work with you to make sure you get what your doing.
Excellent school, knowledgeable patient instructors, plenty of learning time on all of the machines.Office people also friendly, knowledgeable, professional and made me (us) feel welcome!GOOD JOB !! N.C.H.E.S.Douglas
Great school! Instructors are very informative and patient, students get lots of time on each machine. I would recommend this school to anyone looking for a career in this field.
What a outstanding school! The staff is top notch! Overall a great place to learn. North County Heavy Equipment School has really changed my life for the better!
Great class for the money, I had a good time and learned a lot from all of the instructors. I would recommend this class to anyone looking to get into this field.
Thanks to all at north country heavy equipment, information on all aspects of using equipment safely , and correctly , Mr. Lafave n Mike for there time , also all the kido's for the fun, I hope they all have great success what ever they doin life!! Grandpa jo.
Wanted to find a place to get some experience and certifications on heavy equipment and this came up as the best school for the value. I would agree with that it’s not very expensive compared to the other schools and we’ll worth the value. You get plenty of experience on each machine doing jobs you would do in the real world. The people here are extremely nice as well. Would definitely recommend to anyone.
I suggest if you are interested in heavy equipment you come to this school the instructors are very nice and helpful and if you are ever have a problem they will help you with any thing you need
I was nervous at first come here to the school but once I got here I'm glad I did great people to learn from and has been a wonderful experience!!! Suggest anyone to come here!!
I recently graduated from their program. Overall it was a great experience! Very knowledgeable and professional Instructors and the office staff was very friendly and helpful!
I just left here awesome school kevin and emil are best teachers they are point with letting you know all trick of the trade plan on going back to get my cdl
It has ben a fun class, the instructors are good people just triing to help you reach your goals. Everyone here is very friendly and by the end you will call them friends. Great experience i would highly recommend.
I started looking for Equipment Schools for my education and found North Country. After being enrolled for a month they well went above and beyond my expectations coming into it. All the staff, students, and instructor were great and friendly. I definitely would recommend this and the Midwest Trucking School to anyone who is interested in these type of trades.
I knew nothing about running heavy equipment before I attended the school now i have a good knowledge of the equipment and safety on all the machines here i also had fun
Awesome School, very fun experience, learned knowledgeable skills for using heavy equitment. the instructors are extremely helpful, and are great teachers. Shauna and Kyle in the office are extremely helpful throughout the entire process.
This schools is more then worth it the instructors are professional and help you understand anything your struggling with and thanks to the class I now have the knowledge to go farther in this profession and in life I will definitely refer everyone i know who wants to do this work you won’t find a better school and the Secretary is amazing and a go getter I have never seen anyone work harder she’s the best
Had a great time working with great people that are helpful and want to teach, from this program I have learned how to operate several pieces of equipment and now have a better understanding for when I go back out to the workforce. The secretary is also AMAZING!
I am currently a student at North County Heavy Equipment School, and I can honesty say that this school has been one of the best decisions I have made. With amazing staff and instructors this school had already taught me so much and is always there for any questions I may have. I would definitely recommend this school to anyone who is looking to get into any kind of heavy equipment work or simply just wants to learn more and get hand on the equipment !
As a student this class gave me the opportunity to expand my knowledge on heavy equipment. I enjoyed all the hands on work with the equipment. I came in with some knowledge already but I didn’t expect this class to teach me as much as it did. Anyone thinking about taking a heavy equipment course this is the best one to do!
This place was awesome everyone here was very friendly and very knowledgeable, me and my son took both heavy equipment and truck driving course ,met a lot of great people and learned a couple of new trades ! Thanks Josh ,Kyle ,Shawna , Emil and Bob you guys are awesome!!! Definitely recommend this place for sure!!!
Great experience with a great instructor! Lots of one on one training, learned way more than i could've imagined. Would highly recommend North Country to anyone considering heavy equipment or looking to try something new! 10 stars for Emil!
North Country Heavy Equipment School literally changed my life! I lost my job at a paper mill due to it shutting down indefinitely. I’ve always wanted to learn how to operate heavy equipment since I was young. So, I turned a bad situation into a positive opportunity to better my self. The staff (Emil) was very knowledgeable, friendly, and a joy to be around. His many years of experience of operation and owning his own business make him a great fit and an asset to the School. The life changing part came not only with this training but the CDL I obtained from the Midwest Trucking School. I was able to immediately find employment and do some traveling abroad for work that I would have never been able to do if it wasn’t for the school, and the truly wonderful staff! I highly recommend this school for people with little to no experience all the way to veterans because of the positive work experience, and the great people that make it happen.
This school is awesome!! I am 17 years old and was skeptical about doing it because i’m young but the instructors there were super helpful and treated me as any of the older people, the equipment was good name brand stuff and the instructors knew what they were doing and were super nice! I would highly recommend this to anyone looking to get certified in heavy equipment they do an awesome job!!
Highly recommend. They offer training on many different machines. You will spend time doing actual work, leading to real world experience before your training is completed. The instructors are very knowledgeable in what they are teaching and always willing to help. You can tell they want to see you succeed. Whether you want to start your own business or work for others, North Country Heavy Equipment School will make sure you are prepared.
North Country Heavy Equipment School is the BEST! They are incredibly professional and know what they are talking about! The class sizes are small so you get so much one to one instruction. Can’t say enough about their great program! Top notch organization from the first call. HIGHLY recommend!
If you're looking for a career as an operator or in the construction trades, North Country Heavy Equipment School is the place to go. Not only do they offer an opportunity to gain experience on a vast number of different equipment. They provide education and experience with actual jobs during training, whether it's learning the process of putting in a culvert, drain tile, building a road up, or loading and operating a dump truck, North Country Heavy Equipment will get you prepared for the various jobs you will encounter in the construction field. Taught by instructors that have had their own businesses in the construction and excavating fields, they provide expert insight on how the industry works. So if you're looking to start your own business or get to work in the construction industry. North Country Heavy Equipment School is the place to go.
It’s a great place all the people are great to be around I’ve learned. Lot in the past 4 weeks and north country im glad I took this step to come here and not somewhere else because it’s be great lots of memories and knowledge thanks to my instructors and everyone and north country heavy equipment school
Very knowledgeable instructors I have operated equipment for a long time , but I learned a lot from the instructors . I very much recommend this school no matter your experience you will learn a lot
Awesome time learn a lot new things even tho I’ve been around heavy equipment I recommend this school to anyone who looking to get into this trade the instructors Kevin and Emil helped with everything without hesitation. 10/10
Instructors always knew how to make things easier and keep you safe while operating. Had a lot of fun learning how to operate these machines. Was better than I expected. 10/10 recommended
Kyle and josh and shawna where great made everything easy Emil and Kevin where very excellent instructors very Knowledgeable and excellent at what they do . All in all I highly recommend North country heavy equipment school to anybody looking to get into running heavy equipment
Awesome place to learn heavy equipment, recently just finished this course with my son , opened up a lot of doors for us both , Emil our instructor is very knowledgeable on all the equipment and spends time one on one with you to make sure you understand each piece of equipment,the office staff makes it a breeze to get signed up to also. I definitely recommend this place for sure !! Thanks Josh ,Kyle and Shawna for everything!!
Great experience with a great instructor! Lots of one on one training, learned way more than i could've imagined. Would highly recommend North Country to anyone considering heavy equipment or looking to try something new! 10 stars for Emil!
very knowledgeable. excellent staff. they will help you thru any and all hurdles. they keep it fun even with all the learning. highly recommend. your only regret would be not choosing north country!
it was a very enjoyable, and very educational experience, I learned a lot, also took the Class A CDL with them and it's a very unique opportunity to take both classes. live in their off site lodging, and make lots of new people. the Instructors for both classes are fenominal and I'm glad that I took both thanks again Midwest !
We have had several operators come from this school and couldn’t be happier! A wide variety of equipment, top notch instructors that teach the RIGHT way. Thanks guys keep up the great work!!
Went here almost 10 years ago absolutely loved it. The staff was so helpful in understanding the equipment. Very positive atmosphere often think back to my schooling days and remembering tips and tricks while operating unfamiliar equipment
When i went to the school i loved it i was just plain fun and you learned a lot too all the instructors were nice and helpful. Would send anyone here if they asked me where to go
Awesome school would recommend it to anyone wanting to get into heavy equipment. Lots of hands on and not much class room. Just an all around awesome school
