Helpful school subjects
transportation technology, mathematics, physics, electrical technology, welding, co-op and SHSM.
← Heavy Duty Equipment Technician overview
02 · WHY · ASSEMBLE PATH
Why might Heavy Duty Equipment Technician fit me?
Career fit is not a score. Notice what interests you, then compare that curiosity with real workplaces and real people.
ESTIMATED ANNUAL EARNINGS
$44,000low
$75,000median
$102,380high
Ontario Job Bank hourly rates multiplied by 2,000 paid hours: $22.00, $37.50 and $51.19. Before tax; overtime, premiums, benefits, unpaid time and self-employment income are excluded.
FIT EXPLORATION
What sounds like you—right now?
Select any statements you want to think about. Your answers can change as you learn about Heavy Duty Equipment Technician.
Start anywhere.
There is no minimum and no passing score.
REALITIES TO CONSIDER
Interesting work can still be demanding.
- large machines and stored energy
- field work and travel
- weather and remote sites
- heavy components
- urgent breakdown response
Strengths to practise
systems diagnosis, mechanical reasoning, safe lifting, electronic literacy, independence.
Careers to compare
Truck and Coach Technician, Agricultural Equipment Technician, Millwright, Heavy Equipment Operator, Service Manager.
EVIDENCE BASE
Sources & verification
Regulated, numerical and time-sensitive claims link to the authority used. Accessed and reviewed August 25, 2026.
Skilled Trades Ontario — Heavy Duty Equipment Technician ↗Official scope, duties, training and certificationGovernment of Canada Job Bank — Ontario wages ↗Ontario low, median and high employee wage benchmarkSkilled Trades Ontario — Start an apprenticeship ↗Eligibility, sponsors and registrationOntario — OYAP ↗High-school apprenticeship pathway
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