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TICKET № CUTI-12 · OPERATIONS & ASSETS

Asset Management

Keep the vehicles, equipment, and facilities of infrastructure organized and audit-ready.

Varies by cohortin-class + in-field training
Paid3-month employer practicum
$0 tuitionwith employer sponsorship
Markham, ONtraining centre & field sites

What is it & why it matters

Infrastructure assets — vehicles, equipment, network facilities — need tracking, maintenance planning, and lifecycle management.

A good fit if…

  • You're a systems thinker
  • You like keeping operations organized
  • You want a business-side role in the industry

What you'll learn

  • Asset lifecycles

    Track assets from acquisition through maintenance to retirement.

  • Management systems

    Work in the software platforms utilities rely on.

  • Process discipline

    Apply precise, repeatable methods to real inventories.

  • Reporting

    Produce the reports that drive operational decisions.

From day one to day-one on the job

  1. W1

    In-class learning

    Theory and fundamentals, at your own computer station in our facility.

  2. W2

    Written exams

    Score 80%+ to prove you can safely begin field training.

  3. W3

    Supervised field training

    Work in the field with a senior trainer. Ends with a pass-fail exam.

  4. W4

    Unsupervised field training

    Independent field work that determines certification status.

  5. W5+

    Paid practicum & job

    CUTI arranges a 3-month paid practicum. Then full-time employment at a higher wage.

Career outcomes

Graduates of this program move into roles like:

  • Asset Management Coordinator
  • Fleet & Equipment Administrator
  • Operations Support Specialist

Exact weeks vary by program and cohort. Contact admissions for the current schedule.

Requirements

  • No prior work experience required
  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
  • Age 18+ and able to work within Canada
  • Valid driver's licence with a clean abstract
  • Intermediate computer skills
  • Able to distinguish utility marking colours and carry up to 15 lbs

Apply in minutes

Seats are limited — cohorts fill on employer demand.

Frequently asked questions

Why this program?

You learn precise asset-management methods and the systems used to apply them, opening operational roles across the utility sector.

How much does it cost?

$0 course fee when you complete the sponsored work commitment: the 3-month paid practicum plus 3 months of full-time employment. Prefer no work commitment? Pay for the course yourself and keep every option open.

Who hires graduates of this program?

Utility service companies, contractors, and municipal operations teams.

Do I need a specific licence or diploma?

You need a valid driver's licence with a clean abstract — full G preferred, G2 accepted with a plan to get your G by training's end. You also need an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, including Grade 12 English or equivalent.

Anything else before the practicum starts?

Some employers request a criminal background check, drug testing, and physical standards before paid practicums begin. If your computer skills are basic, we help you get up to speed during training.

When can I start?

Applications are rolling, with multiple start dates each year. Seats are limited — apply at least 7 days before your preferred start date.

Not sure this is the one?

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