Heavy equipment operator schools in Middletown, OH
3 schools within 30 miles of Middletown, OH offer heavy equipment operator programs, and the closest is Butler Technology and Career Development Schools in Monroe, 6 miles away. Heavy equipment operators in Ohio earn a median $64,940 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 3
- Closest
- 6 mi
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in OH
- $64,940
What heavy equipment operators earn in Ohio
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Heavy equipment operator salary in OhioHow to become a heavy equipment operator
- Median pay
- $64,940
- $31.22 an hour
- Typical range
- $46,850–$98,100
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in OH
- 16,920
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +4.6%
- 39,200 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the closest heavy equipment operator schools to Middletown?
The closest are Butler Technology and Career Development Schools (Monroe, 6 mi), Great Oaks Career Campuses (Cincinnati, 15 mi), and Miami Valley Career Technology Center (Englewood, 24 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach heavy equipment operator.
How much do heavy equipment operators make near Middletown?
Across Ohio, the median pay is $64,940 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a heavy equipment operator school in Middletown?
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