3 schools · New Mexico
Heavy equipment mechanic programs in New Mexico
3 schools in New Mexico offer heavy equipment mechanic programs (3 of them public), with 2 certificate and 2 associate programs between them.
All heavy equipment mechanic programs in New Mexico
Sorted by earnings one year after graduation. Click a heading to sort; tuition is the school's yearly tuition and fees (2025-26), in-state for public schools.
| School | Type | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt | School tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Juan CollegeFarmington, NM | Public community or technical college | Associate degree | 5 | n/a | $74,392 | n/a | $2,315 |
| Central New Mexico Community CollegeAlbuquerque, NM | Public community or technical college | Certificate | 25 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $2,136 |
| San Juan CollegeFarmington, NM | Public community or technical college | Certificate | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $2,315 |
| Southeast New Mexico CollegeCarlsbad, NM | Community college | Associate degree | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $1,296 |
Cities with the most programs: Farmington (1), Albuquerque (1), Carlsbad (1).
What counts: heavy and industrial equipment maintenance.
Frequently asked questions
How many heavy equipment mechanic programs are in New Mexico?
3 schools in New Mexico awarded heavy equipment mechanic certificates or associate degrees recently, according to the U.S. Department of Education: 2 certificate and 2 associate programs.
What is the cheapest heavy equipment mechanic school in New Mexico?
By yearly tuition and fees, Southeast New Mexico College in Carlsbad charges $1,296 (2025-26, in-state). Program fees, tools and licensing exams can add to that, so ask the school.
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Heavy equipment mechanic programs nationwide
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.