Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation at Flathead Valley Community College in Kalispell, MT

Transportation & Materials Moving CERTIFICATE CIP 49.0202

Total Graduates

Class of 2024

Male Graduates

86%

6 of 7

Female Graduates

14%

1 of 7

Annual Tuition & Fees

$6,033

In-state, incl. fees

How to read these numbers

Total Graduates counts the students who completed the Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation. credential during the 2024 academic year, not those currently enrolled or applied. Programs of this size can be excellent — often with closer faculty contact — but the small cohort means year-over-year completion counts can swing significantly. The gender split is based on completers in this single award year and can shift meaningfully year to year — especially in smaller cohorts — so read the percentages as a recent snapshot rather than a fixed property of the program. The $6,033 figure is the published annual tuition and required fees — what the school officially charges before financial aid. Most students pay less once federal Pell grants, state aid, and institutional scholarships are applied, so treat this as a starting point rather than an expected out-of-pocket cost. Because every accredited college reports the same fields to IPEDS each year, you can compare Flathead Valley Community College's figures against similar programs at other schools on a like-for-like basis.

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation.

Degree Level CERTIFICATE

CIP Code 49.0202

Program Family Transportation & Materials Moving

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 7 graduates

Award Year 2024

Gender Distribution 86% male, 14% female

License Requirements for Continuous Mining Machine Operators in Montana

Working in this field in Montana may require a state license, depending on the role and how you practice. Check the requirements below before enrolling — license rules shape how much schooling and on-the-job experience you'll need.

Surface Coal Mining Blasters
Montana Department of Environmental Quality · No exam · No experience

Source: CareerOneStop License Finder, U.S. Department of Labor. License requirements change — always verify with the issuing agency before enrolling in a program.

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

🎯

Continuous Mining Machine Operators

Average Starting Salary

$63,380

10-Year Job Growth

+0.6%

Career Readiness Score

70/100

100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Showing top 5 of 10 careers

Career Title	Starting Salary	Growth Rate	Skill Match	Mapping
Continuous Mining Machine Operators SOC: 47-5041	$50,704	+0.6%	75%	primary100% confidence
Crane and Tower Operators SOC: 53-7021	$53,096	+3%	75%	primary100% confidence
Dredge Operators SOC: 53-7031	$38,744	+1.2%	75%	primary100% confidence
Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas SOC: 47-5023	$47,680	+2.9%	75%	primary100% confidence
Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining SOC: 47-5022	$42,040	-0.4%	75%	primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$47,535

Peak Salary

$79,225

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

✓ Skills Covered in Program (2)

● Operations Monitoring

● Operation and Control

ℹ Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

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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Institution

School Name Flathead Valley Community College

Location Kalispell, MT

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $6,033

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $11,363

Average Net Price $8,874

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Program Information

CIP Code: 49.0202

CIP Family: 49

IPEDS ID: