TRAINING OFFERINGS

In today’s competitive market, investing in training is pivotal for businesses aiming to elevate their service quality and customer satisfaction. At Vermeer Heartland, we provide comprehensive training solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of our customers. By fostering a deeper understanding and proficiency, we help our customers unlock the full potential of our offerings, driving their success and enhancing long-term loyalty.
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HDD SIMULATOR TRAINING

On-site

$1,500/day

Get your hands on our HDD Simulator to practice the controls of a Vermeer horizontal directional drill.

The Vermeer HDD Simulator provides a highly detailed, virtual reality experience. Immerse your crew in a digital world where they can receive hands-on training on a wide range of HDD concepts, including basic drill functions, drilling fluids, mud mixing and steering. Vermeer’s HDD Simulator allows operators to learn HDD fundamentals without the risks and dangers that comes with live drilling.

 

Fundamental drill operator training on D24x40 SIII VR simulator

  • Varying degrees of difficulty
  • Different ground conditions
  • VR or 2D variations

Available on-site or at VHL branch locations

  • On-Site training subject to travel expenses

Ideal for 4 to 6 Students

  • Additional students can be accommodated with second simulator and instructor

HDD JOBSITE TRAINING

On-site

$1,500/day

Available content:

  • Jobsite safety
  • Jobsite setup/layout
  • Equipment pre-inspection
  • Operator training
  • Mud/fluid mixing
  • Digitrak locators
  • Potholing
  • Daily/routine maintenance
  • Ideal for 4 to 6 students
    • Minimum of 2 students

HDD FUNDAMENTALS OPERATOR TRAINING

On-site

$1,500/person

  • 3 day course following Vermeer Corp curriculum packet
  • Ideal for 4 to 6 students
    • Minimum of two students

Day 1: Classroom

Day 2: HDD Simulator

Day 3: Jobsite

Customer must provide jobsite and equipment

OTHER OPERATOR TRAINING

On-site

VACUUM EXCAVATION
$1,500/day

TUB/HORIZONTAL GRINDER
$1,500/day

COLORING MACHINE
$1,500/day

FORESTRY CLEARING
$1,500/day

TRENCHER
$1,500/day

PLOW
Larger models (RTX1250, RTX750, RTX550)
$1,500/day

PILE DRIVER
Excludes GPS or Point to Point Navigation System
$1,500/day

CLASSROOM TRAINING

Washington Court House, OH or LaVergne, TN

  • Digitrak Locator                                     $TBD
  • Drill Mud/Fluid                                       $TBD
  • Arborist Accredited Courses                $TBD
  • Fleet/Telematics Portal                        Free
  • General Maintenance                            $TBD
  • Machine Operation, Safety                   $TBD

Course fees are per person
Minimum # of students per course

VIRTUAL TRAINING

Remote

  • Fleet/Telematics Portal                                                    Free
  • eCommerce Catalog/Ordering                                        Free
  • myVermeer Setup/Utilization                                         Free
  • General Maintenance Practices                                       Free
  • Vermeer Confidence Plus/Premium Coverage            Free
  • Others On-Demand                                                           Free

CUSTOM TRAINING

On-site

$900/half day

  • Unlimited number of students
  • General maintenance
  • Machine operation and safety
  • Specific jobsite/project
  • Digitrak locator
  • Drill mud/fluid
  • Vacuum excavation/potholing
  • Crew leader/project manager

Please contact us for any training needs you have, and we’ll work with you to create a custom plan to meet your specific needs.

Training fees are due at time of scheduling/registering. They are non-refundable. You may transfer registration to another person. Most fees are based on $150/hr for one instructor.

Disclaimer: Vermeer Heartland trainers and our training courses are not a substitute for reading and following the manufactures manuals and all recommended operating and safety protocols.