NIT Northern Industrial Training

Hands-on training matters.

In a classroom, you learn the concepts.
In the shop, you learn how to apply them in real-world situations.

At Northern Industrial Training (NIT), our programs are designed to go beyond textbooks by giving students practical, hands-on experience using industry equipment and tools. Whether you're training for CDL, Welding, Heavy Equipment, or Mechanics, the goal is simple: help students build confidence through real application.

✅ Learn industry terminology and safety procedures
✅ Practice with real equipment and tools
✅ Build muscle memory through repetition
✅ Develop job-ready skills employers value

You can study a process in a classroom all day — but true confidence comes from doing the work.

Train in Alaska for Alaskan jobs.

📍 Palmer & Fairbanks, Alaska
📞 (907) 357-6400

🔥 Welding: Build Skills. Build a Career. Build Your Future.

Looking for a career that offers strong earning potential, hands-on work, and opportunities across Alaska and beyond?

Welders are in demand across industries including construction, oil & gas, mining, shipbuilding, manufacturing, and infrastructure projects. Skilled welders can earn competitive wages while developing a trade that is valued worldwide.

✅ Hands-on training
✅ Industry-relevant skills
✅ Career opportunities throughout Alaska
✅ Entry-level to advanced career pathways

Now Enrolling: Structural Welding (Level 1)
📅 Class Dates: July 14, 2026 – September 4, 2026
📍 Palmer, Alaska

Whether you're starting a new career or adding valuable skills to your toolbox, our Welding Program is designed to help prepare you for success in the field.

📞 Contact us today to learn more about training opportunities and funding options available to qualified students. (907) 357-6400

Start your career in the trucking industry with NIT’s 4-Week CDL Training Program! 🚛

Our fast-paced Professional Truck Driving program is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and hands-on driving experience needed to pursue a Class A CDL career in Alaska and beyond.

📅 Next Class Dates:
June 22, 2026 – July 16, 2026

✅ ELDT Theory Included
✅ Permit Preparation Assistance
✅ Range, Street & Highway Driving
✅ Pre-Trip Inspection Training
✅ Hands-On Behind-the-Wheel Experience
✅ Train in Real Alaska Conditions

Whether you’re looking to enter the transportation industry, pursue rotational work, or start a new career path, NIT can help you take the first step.

📍 Training Available in Palmer, Alaska
📞 (907) 357-6400
🌐 Northern Industrial Training (NIT)

🔧 Diesel & Heavy Equipment Mechanics Are In Demand in Alaska 🔧

Looking for a career that keeps Alaska moving? Skilled mechanics are essential across transportation, construction, mining, oil & gas, and heavy equipment industries statewide.

At Northern Industrial Training (NIT), students gain hands-on experience working with heavy trucks and equipment while building practical skills employers are actively seeking.

💼 Career Opportunities Include:
• Diesel Mechanic
• Heavy Equipment Mechanic
• Fleet Maintenance Technician
• Service Oiler
• Field Service Technician

💰 Alaska Salary Highlights*:
• Entry-Level Mechanics: $25–$35/hr
• Experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanics: $40+/hr
• Rotational & North Slope positions may offer even higher wages

⚙️ Program Highlights:
✔ Hands-On Training
✔ Industry-Focused Curriculum
✔ Real Equipment Experience
✔ Training Designed for Alaska Industries

Train for a career that powers Alaska’s workforce.

📍 Palmer, Alaska
📞 (907) 357-6400
🌐 www.nitalaska.com

📅 Next Class Dates:
June 8, 2026 – July 16, 2026

🚧 Ready to operate heavy equipment in real Alaska conditions?

Northern Industrial Training’s Construction Equipment Training (CET) program gives students hands-on experience with the equipment employers are looking for across Alaska’s construction and heavy civil industries.

✅ Loader Training
✅ Dozer Training
✅ Excavator Training
✅ End Dump Truck Training
✅ Up to 120 Hours of Seat Time
✅ 70% Hands-On Training

Train with experienced instructors and gain real-world operating experience designed to prepare you for entry-level opportunities in the field.

📍 Palmer, Alaska
📞 (907) 357-6400
🌐 www.nitalaska.com

DATE CHANGE: NEXT CLASS 10/5/2026 - 11/25/2026
🔧 HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS LEVEL 1 (SERVICE OILER) 🔧
Train for a hands-on career maintaining and servicing heavy trucks and equipment in Alaska’s high-demand industries. At Northern Industrial Training (NIT), students gain practical experience in preventive maintenance, hydraulics, air brake systems, electrical systems, welding, DOT inspections, and more — with over 50% of the program focused on real-world application.
📅 Next Class Dates:
June 22, 2026 – August 13, 2026
📍 Location: Palmer Main Campus
✅ Over 160 of Practical Hands-On Training
✅ OSHA Forklift Safety Certification Opportunity
✅ Tool Kit Included Upon Successful Completion
✅ 4-Day Schedule (10 Hours Per Day)
✅ Train in Alaska for Alaskan Jobs
Heavy-duty mechanics and service oilers are needed across the construction, transportation, mining, oil & gas, and heavy equipment industries throughout Alaska.
Seats are limited — apply today to start building your future in the trades.
📞 907-357-6400
🌐 Learn More & Apply Online www.nitalaska.com

🔧 HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS LEVEL 1 (SERVICE OILER) 🔧

Train for a hands-on career maintaining and servicing heavy trucks and equipment in Alaska’s high-demand industries. At Northern Industrial Training (NIT), students gain practical experience in preventive maintenance, hydraulics, air brake systems, electrical systems, welding, DOT inspections, and more — with over 50% of the program focused on real-world application.

📅 Next Class Dates:
June 22, 2026 – August 13, 2026

📍 Location: Palmer Main Campus

✅ Over 160 of Practical Hands-On Training
✅ OSHA Forklift Safety Certification Opportunity
✅ Tool Kit Included Upon Successful Completion
✅ 4-Day Schedule (10 Hours Per Day)
✅ Train in Alaska for Alaskan Jobs

Heavy-duty mechanics and service oilers are needed across the construction, transportation, mining, oil & gas, and heavy equipment industries throughout Alaska.

Seats are limited — apply today to start building your future in the trades.

📞 907-357-6400
🌐 Learn More & Apply Online

💰 Funding Your Future Starts Here 💰

At Northern Industrial Training (NIT), we understand that investing in your future is a big decision—and funding options are available to help.

While NIT does not offer or accept Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA), many of our students successfully secure funding through a variety of third-party sources.

Here are some of the most common options:

🔹 State of Alaska Job Centers
– Department of Labor (Workforce Readiness)
– Vocational Rehabilitation

🔹 Tribal Councils & Corporations
– Scholarships and workforce development funding

🔹 Veterans Benefits
– GI Bill® Education Benefits
– Veteran Readiness & Employment

🔹 Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education (ACPE)
– Alaska Student Loans (for programs 6+ weeks)

🔹 STEP Grant (State Training & Employment Program)
– Competitive funding (partial tuition support)

🔹 Alaska Performance Scholarship (APS)

📌 Important:
NIT can help guide you on available options, but it is the student’s responsibility to apply directly with funding agencies.

Your career goals are within reach—we’re here to help you take the next step.

📞 (907) 357-6400
🌐 www.nitalaska.com