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Get Ready for a High-Demand Career as an Operating Engineer! 

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At Destinations Career Academy of Wisconsin, we’re all about giving students the tools to succeed in the real world—starting in high school! If you’re interested in construction and engineering, we’ve got an exciting option for you: prepare for a career as an operating engineer, a field that’s in high demand across Wisconsin. 

Operating engineers are the backbone of construction projects, using heavy equipment like bulldozers, cranes, and excavators to build roads, bridges, and buildings. It’s a high-tech, hands-on career with great earning potential—and the best part? You can start your training right here at Destinations Career Academy of Wisconsin while you’re still in high school! 

Our Construction Pathway offers a range of courses to help you get ahead. Whether you’re interested in mastering equipment, green technology, or preparing for your CDL, there’s a path for you. Here are a few courses that are part of the journey: 

  • Basic Construction Equipment Fundamentals 
  • Basic Grade and Construction Math 
  • Basic Maintenance of Mobile Equipment 
  • Green Design & Technology 
  • CDL Prep 

Three of these courses are part of the Operating Engineers Pre-Apprenticeship, which is a huge steppingstone toward an Adult Apprenticeship certification in this growing field. Imagine graduating high school with a diploma and a career certification that sets you up for success as an operating engineer. 

Operating engineers are in high demand, with opportunities booming across the state. Employers are looking for skilled professionals to join their teams and keep Wisconsin moving forward. If you love the idea of working with powerful machines and making a real difference in your community, this could be the perfect career for you! 

Start your journey today at Destinations Career Academy of Wisconsin, where your future begins now!