How long does a career change to Construction Machinery Mechanic EFZ take?

Via the "Career change via experience (Art. 32 BBG)" route, expect 66–72 months.

Do I need a regular apprenticeship for Construction Machinery Mechanic EFZ?

Not necessarily. With work experience you can earn the qualification via Art. 32 VPETA, saving about 36 months.

How much do you earn as Construction Machinery Mechanic EFZ?

The median salary is ~CHF 80'000 per year (approximate).

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Career change

Career change to Construction Machinery Mechanic EFZ

You maintain and repair excavators, cranes and other heavy machinery.

You don't need a second youth apprenticeship. With work experience there's a realistic route to the Construction Machinery Mechanic EFZ qualification — here are the duration, costs and how your experience is recognised.

Career change via experience (Art. 32 BBG)

Duration

66–72 months

Costs

CHF 100–3'000

Salary after

~CHF 80'000

✓ Art. 32 VPETA· saves ~36 months

Typically 5+ years of relevant work experience let you sit the final qualification exam directly — without a regular apprenticeship.

How the path works

1
Work experience
60 months
2
Final apprenticeship exam (Art. 32 BBG)
6–12 months · CHF 100–3'000

Salary progression

Entry

~CHF 62'000

Mid

~CHF 80'000

Senior

~CHF 97'600

Approximate values — they vary by region, employer and experience.

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