Become a Licensed Heavy Equipment Operator in Massachusetts

Plainville, MA Classes

2A/1C - 2A/1B

West Springfield, MA Classes

2A/1C

Woburn, MA Classes

2A/1C

Worcester, MA Classes

2A/1C

Get the licenses that help you qualify for better-paying jobs, operate more equipment, and build a long-term construction career.

MA Hoisting License Test Prep Classes and Online License Renewal Classes

Online Renewal Classes - State Approved for Easy Renewal

Renew Your Licenses with Online Renewal Classes

Our Con-Ed Classes are approved (Educated Operator) Renew your license with confidence!


Group Training at Your Location


Massachusetts Hoisting License cares about your success & guarantees it. Take OUR class, you will pass!

There are three easy ways to train. Find the best option for you and register today!

Our Classrooms

  • Different locations across Massachusetts for your convenience.
  • Classes are taught by industry professionals with over 30 years experience in Heavy Equipment and Hoisting Construction.
  • We get that you might learn faster, better, and more easily taking in person classes.
  • Our goal is to provide affordable and convenient test prep training or continuing education that will satisfy the Massachusetts renewal requirement.

Our Online Classes

  • Available 24/7/365. Take these classes at your convenience and at your pace.
  • Study wherever you have Internet connection.
  • View classes on any device with Internet.
  • Our online classes save automatically - stop when you need to and resume again at the spot you left.
  • Online classes offer different ways to learn - you'll hear narration and watch videos for more complete learning.

Group / In-House Training

  • Massachusetts Hoisting License Test Prep, Continuing Education or MEWP Classes - Groups 4 or more. 
  • 1D General Industrial Warehouse Forklift Group Classes.
  • 2A/1B MA Hoisting Test Prep Group Classes.
  • 2A/1C MA Hoisting Test Prep Group Classes.
  • 3A Test Prep Group Classes.
  • 4F Sign Hanger Group Classes.
  • Program &  curriculum approved by Massachusetts OPSI.
  • Cost is based on class size.
  • Guaranteed pass or renewal.

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MEWP Classes

Easy, affordable Mobile Elevating Work Platforms training (MEWP).

New ANSI A92 standards were developed for MEWPs (AKA Aerial Work Platforms) and took effect June 1, 2020. Our easy-to-use Boom & Scissor Lift Classes cover new standards and help navigate the requirements. Stay informed, stay safe and stay on the road of compliance for the safety and well-being of your employees.

We can help! Here are some of the most frequently asked questions.

Browse through them and if you still have questions, contact us at: 508-212-4735.

Still Have Questions

What is the easiest hoisting license to start with?

Many first-time operators in Massachusetts start with the 1C or 2A hoisting license because they cover some of the most commonly used equipment on construction sites, including forklifts, telehandlers, excavators, backhoes, and loaders. The best license for you depends on the type of equipment you want to operate and the kind of construction or heavy equipment career you are interested in pursuing. At Massachusetts Hoisting License, we help students understand which license pathway makes the most sense based on their goals, experience level, and job opportunities.

Can I become an operator without experience?

Yes. Many students who take Massachusetts Hoisting license prep classes are just getting started in construction or looking to move into better-paying operator positions. You do not need years of experience to begin preparing for your hoisting license exam. Our training programs are designed to help beginners understand equipment safety, Massachusetts hoisting laws, jobsite expectations, and test preparation in a way that is easy to understand and built around real-world operator experience.

How much do operators make in Massachusetts?

Heavy equipment operators in Massachusetts can earn strong wages depending on their licenses, experience, equipment qualifications, and industry. Licensed operators who can safely operate excavators, cranes, forklifts, loaders, and other specialized machinery are often in high demand across construction, utility, municipal, and infrastructure projects. Many workers increase their earning potential by adding additional hoisting licenses, allowing them to qualify for more jobs, more equipment operation opportunities, and more responsibility on the jobsite.