How much does a Heavy Equipment Mechanic make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic in the United States is $34 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $29 and $40. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Heavy Equipment Mechanic

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Fisher Industries - HEBRON , ND
Fisher Industries is a family of businesses that encompass all aspects of the aggregate production and heavy civil construction industries. Our unique, vertical
- 21 days ago
Fisher Industries - DICKINSON , ND
Fisher Industries is a family of businesses that encompass all aspects of the aggregate production and heavy civil construction industries. Our unique, vertical
- 21 days ago
Fisher Industries - MOTT , ND
Fisher Industries is a family of businesses that encompass all aspects of the aggregate production and heavy civil construction industries. Our unique, vertical
- 21 days ago
Fisher Industries - DICKINSON , ND
Fisher Industries is a family of businesses that encompasses all aspects of the aggregate production and heavy civil construction industries. Our unique, vertic
- 19 days ago
Fisher Industries - HEBRON , ND
Fisher Industries is a family of businesses that encompasses all aspects of the aggregate production and heavy civil construction industries. Our unique, vertic
- 19 days ago
TransForce Inc. - GAINESVILLE , GA
Job Info. Job Location. Cumming, GA. Route Type. Local. Type of Assignment. Direct Hire. Hours Per Shift. 8 Hours. Hours Per Week. 40 Hours. Shift Start Time. 0
- 4 days ago

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Understand the total hourly compensation opportunity for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic, hourly wage plus other pay elements

Average Hourly Wage

Core compensation

 
 
 
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34

Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

Includes base and short-term incentives

 
 
 
29
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34
These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Heavy Equipment Mechanic in the United States. The average hourly rate for Heavy Equipment Mechanic ranges from $29 to $40 with the average hourly pay of $34. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $29 to $40 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $34.

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Skills associated with Heavy Equipment Mechanic: Maintenance

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