Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation at Pontotoc Technology Center in Ada, OK
Total Graduates
25
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
96%
24 of 25
Female Graduates
4%
1 of 25
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Pontotoc Technology Center 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy Equipment Operator/CDL | 100% | 100% | 100% | $11,787 |
| Heavy Equipment Operator | 100% | 77% | 77% | $7,412 |
In the Heavy Equipment Operator/CDL program at Pontotoc Technology Center, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 100% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,787 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Heavy Equipment Operator program at Pontotoc Technology Center, 77% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 100% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,412 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
License Requirements for Continuous Mining Machine Operators in Oklahoma
Working in this field in Oklahoma 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.
- Oklahoma Department of Mines · No exam · No experience
- Oklahoma Department of Mines · No exam · No experience
- Oklahoma Department of Mines · No exam · No experience
- Oklahoma Department of Mines · No exam · No experience
- Oklahoma Department of Mines · No exam · No experience
- Oklahoma Department of Mines · 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
Average Starting Salary
$63,380
10-Year Job Growth
+0.6%
Career Readiness Score
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
|
| $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)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
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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