Maximize Heavy Construction Equipment Productivity and Efficiency with Cat and Cat Dealer Training for Operators and Technicians

The chronic shortage of heavy equipment operators and technicians makes it more important than ever for contractors to invest in the ones they have. The return on that investment is greater productivity, efficiency, safety, and impact on the contractor’s bottom line and reputation.
Nov. 4, 2026

Cat and its nationwide dealer network facilitate that with a broad, deep selection of classroom, simulator, in-cab, online, and field training resources.

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  • These resources benefit not only a contractor’s operators and technicians, but also the people who procure equipment.
  • Certified Dealer Instructors (CDIs) and Certified Dealer Operators (CDOs) provide training, including at customer sites, for every feature, technology package, attachment option, and service procedure for the specific equipment models that a contractor owns or is considering.  
  • Cat experts provide multi-day classroom and field training sessions covering specific types of construction projects, such as paving, mining, and quarry/aggregates.
  • The Cat Products YouTube channel and Cat Operator Training website give operators instant access to videos such as best practices for the moldboard tip to increase productivity, maximize cutting edge life, and avoid machine damage.
  • Technicians can use the new Cat® AI Assistant™ mobile app for step-by-step troubleshooting and other guidance to get equipment back in service faster.  
  • In the near future, operators can use Cat AI Assistant on in-cab displays for coaching, troubleshooting, and more.