Grader Operator Training-Cheshire
Date: 4/15/2025 7:30 AM - 4/15/2025 2:30 PM
Location: Cheshire DPW
6 Main St
Cheshire, Massachusetts
Capacity:
This class has reached its capacity. To be placed on a wait list please click on the link below
Overview
Course Description
This workshop will provide students with both classroom and hands on time on a grader. Students will learn how to create a proper crown, shape a road, ditching, slope control, scarification techniques, blade pitch, grader articulation, and other things associated with operation of motor graders. All students will be given an opportunity to operate a grader and shape a roadway. Class size is limited to 10 students so sign up early as this class fills very quickly.
Target Audience
Anyone involved in gravel road maintenance weather or not you operate a grader. Supervisors will gain knowledge and things to look for in an operator.
Accommodations for Disabilities: UMTC endeavors to provide an inclusive learning environment for all. If you require special services or arrangements to fully participate in this workshop, please email Michael Smith or call 413-834-3975 at least 14 days prior to the event. Such services are provided free of charge.
Attendees
| First Name | Affiliation |
|---|---|
| Brent | Town of Cheshire |
| Corey | Town of Cheshire |
| George | Town of Lanesborough |
| Nate | Town of Lanesborough |
| Joseph | Town of Becket |
| Corey | Town of Cheshire |
| Jeffrey | Town of Lanesborough |
| Mike | Town of Cheshire |
| Kirk | Town of Cheshire |
| Daniel | Town of Lanesborough |
Instructors
- Michael Smith
Technical Training Specialist at UMass Transportation Center (UMTC)