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Construction Machine Operator

Crafts & Construction

Construction machine operators operate excavators, wheel loaders, bulldozers and other heavy construction machinery on building sites and in civil engineering. They carry out excavation work, grading and material transport. Precision and good spatial awareness are essential.

Entry
~CHF 58'000
CHF 4'833/Mt.
Mid
~CHF 72'000
CHF 6'000/Mt.
Senior
~CHF 88'000
CHF 7'333/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education
LevelApprenticeship (EFZ)
Duration36 months
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Secondary School

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Decision
ApprenticeshipHigh SchoolSpecialized School

Apprenticeship (EFZ)

Company + vocational school

3–4 years
Optional: Vocational Baccalaureate+1 year

Opens path to UAS

Work directlyBMS during apprenticeshipBMS after apprenticeship

Career Start

Qualified professional

Starting salary: CHF 58'000/year

Academic Requirements
🔢 Mathematics4/10
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🔬 Science3/10
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💻 IT4/10
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🔧 Manual8/10
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🎨 Artistic1/10
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📊 Ratings
⚖️ Work-Life-Balance5/10
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🎨 Creativity2/10
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🤝 Social Contact4/10
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💪 Physical Demands5/10
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📈 Career Growth5/10
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🔮 Future Outlook6/10
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🔥 Demand (current)7/10
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AI Risk4/10
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