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Heavy Equipment Operations Apprenticeship
Overview
Heavy equipment operation involves the operating large machinery safely and
responsibly in a variety of work environments.
Workers in this industry often become specialists, working with tractors,
rollers, backhoes, bulldozers, front-end loaders and more.
Applicants must be Maricopa
County employees. Contact the
Program Director for more information.
Program Certificate & Degree Options
- Associate of Applied Science Degree in
Heavy Equipment Operations
- Certificate of Completion in Heavy Equipment Operations
Employment Outlook
Apprentices earn 50-55% of the Journeyman hourly wage, receiving wage increases throughout the
training period, as coursework and training is completed. Apprentices move up in status, earning
the full Journeyman wage upon receiving the Journeyman card.
Employment demand is high in this field, and expected to grow in the future. On
average, heavy equipment operators earn an hourly rate of $11.54 to $30.83, for
an annual salary range of $24,003.00 to $64,126.00.
