Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician at Chippewa Valley Technical College in Eau Claire, WI
Total Graduates
10
Class of 2025
Annual Tuition & Fees
$4,844
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Chippewa Valley Technical College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechatronic Technician | 73% | 83% | 66% | $11,224 |
| Electrical Maintenance | 88% | 82% | 63% | $10,415 |
| Diesel Technician | 73% | 81% | 67% | $12,642 |
| Mechanical Maintenance | 95% | 92% | 68% | $9,343 |
| Manufacturing Quality | 91% | 91% | 83% | $14,756 |
In the Mechatronic Technician program at Chippewa Valley Technical College, 83% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 73% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,224 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Electrical Maintenance program at Chippewa Valley Technical College, 82% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 88% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,415 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Diesel Technician program at Chippewa Valley Technical College, 81% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 73% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,642 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Mechanical Maintenance program at Chippewa Valley Technical College, 92% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 95% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,343 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Manufacturing Quality program at Chippewa Valley Technical College, 91% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 91% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $14,756 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$74,690
10-Year Job Growth
+1.3%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $59,752 | +1.3% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
| |
Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines
SOC: 49-3042 | $51,184 | +5.8% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Rail Car Repairers
SOC: 49-3043 | $52,544 | +2.8% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$56,018
Peak Salary
$93,363
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (0)
No specific skills data available
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
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