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Forge Your Legacy at the Global Operator Challenge

The Global Operator Challenge is more than an event; it's where legends are born. This is the ultimate test of skill, control and determination for a chance to prove you have what it takes to stand above the rest. Those who come out on top will cement their place in history and inspire the next generation to keep pushing the boundaries of what they can achieve.

The clock is ticking closer to the start of Regional Semi-Finals. Are you ready to witness greatness?

North America Regional - Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 8am ET
North America Regional - Thursday, September 25, 2025, 8am ET

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West Regional Finals - Thursday September 25

Kick things off with our show-stopping welcome ceremony, then tune in for fresh challenges that push our local winners to the limit. Our amazing hosts will be with you every step of the way to bring the energy.

Introduction - streaming at 9:00 AM EST

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Challenge 3 - streaming at 12:00 PM EST

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Challenge 4 - streaming at 4:30 PM EST

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Replay East Regional Finals - Tuesday September 23

Introduction

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Challenge 1

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Challenge 2

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See What's Ahead

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Step 1: Sign up

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Step 2: Battle at a local event

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Step 3: Win, partake in regionals

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Step 4: Reach the finals and take the crown

Challenge Overview

The 2025 Global Operator Challenge consists of a series of eight events that range from testing maneuverability to balance. By mastering all eight unique events you can pave the way for your place in construction history.

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The Big Dig

Excavate like a pro and dig a trench to grade using 2D technology.

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The Dig N' Swing

Stay steady while racing to move material to target weight or pass count.

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The Load & Go

Load it, dump it and return it to hit payload like a champion.

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Precision Tracktor

Maneuver a dozer through the ultimate obstacle course.

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Motor Greater

Channel your skills to conquer blade actuation and material control.

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Backhoe or Bust

Ready, set, aim: maneuver and position objects to achieve set targets.

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Mini-Masters

"Play" the course and put the ball in the hole.

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Stay on Track

Step into the spotlight and showcase balance and material control skills.

Get Involved

Celebrate our Local Winners

Meet the top operators from your area and see who’s advancing to the next level of the challenge.

See Winners

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Join as a Spectator

Don’t miss a moment of the excitement. Sign up for email updates about the competition and reminders on how and when to watch.

Sign Up

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Watch Live

Don't miss your chance to tune in live for the Global Operator Challenge. Revisit this page on the day of the event to stream regionals in real time.

Get Inspired

Interviews & Insights

Hear directly from experts and participants as they share insights and stories about the challenge.

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Dirt Masters - Episode 1 Join Caterpillar experts Jeff Muniz and Jason Hurdis alongside 2025 North America Regional Competitors Josh Blanton and Danny Younghusband. They share stories from the competition and offer tips and tricks for operators looking to sharpen their skills — and maybe one day take on the Global Operator Challenge.

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Dirtmasters - Episode 2 Caterpillar experts Jeff Muniz and Jason Hurdis return with two more operators as the Global Operator Challenge North America Regionals draw closer. Hear how they’re preparing for the big event, get tips to sharpen your own skills, and learn about the special Centennial paint job honoring 100 years of Cat® machines.

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Dirtmasters - Episode 3 Jeff Muniz and Jason Hurdis sit down with operators preparing to forge their legacies in the Global Operator Challenge. Then Jeff takes on a game of bags — with a Cat® backhoe loader. Who comes out on top?

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Global Operator Challenge (GOC) Regionals 2025: What Makes a Good Operator?

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Global Operator Challenge (GOC) Regionals 2025 brought to you by Caterpillar®: The Greatest Job

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Global Operator Challenge (GOC) Regionals 2025 brought to you by Caterpillar®: Moving Dirt Better

What's Happening on Social

Stay connected and feel the energy as real-time social posts from the Global Operator Challenge bring the competition right to you.

Event Photo Gallery

Explore some of the best moments captured during the Global Operator Challenge.

Cat excavator digging trech using grade technology

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Cat® Excavator digging trench using grade technology.

Cat 950 wheel loader navigating through obstacle course

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Cat 950 wheel loader navigating through obstacle course.

Cat 420 XE wheel loader picking up target payload

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Cat 420 XE wheel loader picking up target payload.

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A skyview of the Global Operator Challenge Finals at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023. The framework for an event's obstacle course is set up and machines used in the events are scattered across the area.

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Each event is scored based on situation-specific penalties and overall time. Here, someone is talking through challenge scenarios to explain the goal of each event to competitors.