The Global Operator Challenge is where legends are born. Test your skill, control, and determination against 30+ operators for a chance to advance to the regional event in North Carolina and the global finals in Las Vegas. Choose one option below to compete in:
CANTON:
➾ WHEN: Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 1pm until finished
➾ WHERE: Oster Sand and Gravel, 1833 Riverside Ave NW, Massillon, OH 44647
➾ RSVP: Register online below!
LIMA:
➾ WHEN: Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 1pm until finished
➾ WHERE: Ohio Cat Rental Store, 3639 E Bluelick Rd, Lima, OH 45801
➾ RSVP: Register online below!
Register and compete locally at the Canton or Lima challenge. One overall Ohio Cat winner will receive a trip to compete at the Regionals in Clayton, NC, in September 2025. Regional winners will advance to the Global Challenge at CONEXPO in March 2026. Questions? Email: marketing@ohiocat.com.
Interested applicants can RSVP here. Operators must choose either Lima or Canton to compete and must participate in all three challenges. Each equipment challenge will be scored based on speed, accuracy, and best operating practices, with penalties for errors. The operator with the highest overall score will be crowned the local winner and advance to the Regionals.
Move material to achieve a pre-determined target weight using Payload Technology with Cat® 320 or larger excavator.
Load, dump and return to hit payload target using Payload Technology with a Cat 938 or larger Wheel Loader.
Showcase balance & material control skills with a mini excavator and thumb attachment.
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