Heavy Equipment Operator in Pennsylvania

Heavy equipment operators run bulldozers, excavators, cranes, graders, and forklifts to move earth and materials on construction sites, mines, and ports. Crane operators earn the most — up to $100K+ in major cities.

$56,170 PA Median Salary
4% Growth Rate
3 years (apprenticeship) Training

💰 Heavy Equipment Operator Salary in Pennsylvania

Estimated salary range for Heavy Equipment Operators in Pennsylvania, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$38,000
Median
$56,170
Experienced
$83,000

🎓 Heavy Equipment Operator Licensing in Pennsylvania

Credential required: NCCCO Crane Certification or IUOE Apprenticeship

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Pennsylvania state licensing board before enrolling.

Schools and programs related to Heavy Equipment Operator in Pennsylvania

These listings are shown as related training options for Heavy Equipment Operator in Pennsylvania. Before enrolling, compare program length, total cost, credential outcomes, and how well each option matches local employer demand.

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Philadelphia Technician Training

📍 Philadelphia, PA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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New Castle School of Trades

📍 New Castle, PA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology

📍 Pleasant Gap, PA

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York County School of Technology-Adult & Continuing Education

📍 York, PA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Johnson College

📍 Scranton, PA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Berks Career & Technology Center

📍 Leesport, PA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Rosedale Technical College

📍 Pittsburgh, PA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Philadelphia

📍 Philadelphia, PA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Luzerne County Community College

📍 Nanticoke, PA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Northampton County Area Community College

📍 Bethlehem, PA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Reading Area Community College

📍 Reading, PA

Certificate 1-<2yr

How to compare these options

  • Look for programs that align with the most common hiring path for Heavy Equipment Operator in Pennsylvania.
  • Ask whether graduates are prepared for any required credential, license, or employer screening step.
  • Compare cost, completion time, and schedule before making a final decision.

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