Heavy equipment operator schools in Wisconsin

Looking for heavy equipment operator schools in Wisconsin? There are 4, including 4 public colleges. Heavy equipment operators in Wisconsin earn a median $75,280 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
4
Public colleges
4
Median pay in WI
$75,280

4 heavy equipment operator schools

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  1. Fox Valley Technical College

    Appleton, WI · Public

    • Heavy equipment operator
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +34

  2. Nicolet Area Technical College

    Rhinelander, WI · Public

    • Heavy equipment operator
    • Plumbing
    • Carpentry
    • +12

  3. Northwood Technical College

    Shell Lake, WI · Public

    • Heavy equipment operator
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +20

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  5. Western Technical College - Wisconsin

    La Crosse, WI · Public

    • Heavy equipment operator
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

What heavy equipment operators earn in Wisconsin

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

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

Median pay
$75,280
$36.19 an hour
Typical range
$51,370–$100,140
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in WI
8,140
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 Wisconsin?

We list 4 schools in Wisconsin with heavy equipment operator programs: 4 public colleges. Campuses are in Shell Lake, La Crosse, Appleton, and Rhinelander.

Are there community college heavy equipment operator programs in Wisconsin?

Yes. 4 public colleges in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?

Among the 4 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $8,255 to $11,407. 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 Wisconsin?

The median pay for heavy equipment operators in Wisconsin is $75,280 a year, and most earn between $51,370 and $100,140, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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