Your new career in infrastructure starts here
100+ grads working in the field 
Trusted by leaders in infrastructure & utilities
Go from no experience to on the job in as little as 4 weeks. Train hands-on. Earn through your practicum. Graduate into a waiting career.
Train for the work that keeps cities running
Every program pairs in-class learning with real field training, led by experienced instructors.
FTTH Deployment & Management
Plan, build, and run fibre-to-the-home networks — from route design to the drop at the door.
Utility Locating & Damage Prevention
Subsurface Utility Engineering
Hydrovac Excavation
Four steps from application to full-time employment
Apply & get accepted
Train in class & in the field
Complete a paid practicum
Step into your job
Secured placements take the guess-work out
- 3-month paid practicum with a partner employer
- Spots arranged before courses begin — only seats our partners need
- Move into full-time employment at a higher rate
Made for career changers and fresh starts
CUTI lowers the barrier of entry to one of the most rewarding industries in North America, and keeps it equitable.
- No prior work experience required
- Multilingual training for a smooth entry into the industry
- Employer sponsorship covers your full fees — hardship accommodations if unsponsored
Two ways to take a CUTI program
Most students choose employer sponsorship. A vetted employer covers your course costs. In return, you commit to roughly six months of paid work after training.
| What you get | Employer-sponsored | Self-funded |
|---|---|---|
| Course fees covered by a vetted employer | ✓ | — |
| 3-month paid practicum | ✓ | — |
| Job opportunity immediately after the program | ✓ | — |
| Paid during the training portion | ✓ | — |
| Free to explore any career after graduating | ✓ after the ~6-month commitment | ✓ |
| Industry-recognized CUTI certification | ✓ | ✓ |
The ~6-month commitment includes the 3-month paid practicum plus 3 months of full-time employment. Prefer no commitment? Pay for the course yourself and keep every option open.
It is a job that requires you to be on point at all times, but you have amazing support — we were able to get out there and achieve on the highest level. I was quickly able to earn to support and settle my family.
Andre Bromfield Senior Field Operations Manager — CUTI graduate This industry is a worldwide translational career opportunity — you can learn locating through CUTI and translate that knowledge into any utility locating position, anywhere in the world where utilities are buried.
Matt Cooper Field Operations Manager — CUTI graduate Frequently asked questions
How much does a CUTI program cost?
Courses cost $0 if you choose employer sponsorship. To qualify, complete the paid practicum plus a 3-month full-time work commitment. If you do not want a work commitment, you can pay for the course yourself. Then every opportunity stays open after you graduate.
Is the training paid?
Yes. For sponsored students, training pay starts after about the two-week mark, close to the practicum rate. The 3-month practicum is paid throughout. Full-time employment after it pays a higher rate. Most employers add bonus systems on top. Your exact rate is set with your sponsoring employer.
Do I need prior experience or education?
No prior work experience is required. You need a high-school diploma or equivalent, including Grade 12 English or equivalent. You also need authorization to work, age 18+, a valid driver's licence with a clean abstract, and intermediate computer skills. If your computer skills are basic, we can help.
What languages is training offered in?
CUTI has offered training in other languages and has the capacity to do so. Contact admissions for the languages available in your preferred cohort.
Is a job really guaranteed after the program?
We arrange practicum placements with our clients before courses begin. We only fill courses based on our clients' hiring needs. Complete your practicum successfully, and you get the option to stay on at a higher rate. Note: CUTI does not hire graduates. We train you, and vetted employers hire you.
Where does training happen?
In-class training happens at our training centre. Field training happens on real sites nearby. Every program moves from lectures to supervised field work, then to unsupervised field work.
Don't wait any longer — take the first step today
Talk to us about your future career. We are happy to answer every question and help you get a head start.