Heavy equipment operator schools in Pennsylvania

We found 6 schools offering heavy equipment operator training in Pennsylvania, with campuses in Pittsburgh, Monessen, Willow Street, and Johnstown and more. Heavy equipment operators in Pennsylvania earn a median $60,530 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
6
Public colleges
5
Median pay in PA
$60,530

6 heavy equipment operator schools

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  1. Community College of Allegheny County

    Pittsburgh, PA · Public

    • Heavy equipment operator
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +26

  2. Douglas Education Center

    Monessen, PA · Private

    • Heavy equipment operator
    • CDL & truck driving
    • Cosmetology
    • +2

  3. Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center

    Johnstown, PA · Public

    • Heavy equipment operator
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +4

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  5. Lancaster County Career & Technology Center

    Willow Street, PA · Public

    • Heavy equipment operator
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +7

  6. Lehigh Career & Technical Institute

    Schnecksville, PA · Public

    • Heavy equipment operator
    • Carpentry
    • CNC machining
    • +4

  7. Pennsylvania College of Technology

    Williamsport, PA · Public

    • Heavy equipment operator
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +14

What heavy equipment operators earn in Pennsylvania

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Heavy equipment operator salary in PennsylvaniaHow to become a heavy equipment operator

Median pay
$60,530
$29.10 an hour
Typical range
$46,780–$94,930
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in PA
22,120
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

How many heavy equipment operator schools are in Pennsylvania?

We list 6 schools in Pennsylvania with heavy equipment operator programs: 5 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Pittsburgh, Monessen, Willow Street, Johnstown, and Schnecksville.

Are there community college heavy equipment operator programs in Pennsylvania?

Yes. 5 public colleges in Pennsylvania offer heavy equipment operator. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does heavy equipment operator school cost in Pennsylvania?

Among the 6 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $13,970 to $27,348. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do heavy equipment operators make in Pennsylvania?

The median pay for heavy equipment operators in Pennsylvania is $60,530 a year, and most earn between $46,780 and $94,930, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a heavy equipment operator school in Pennsylvania?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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