Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment OperatorPortzen Construction1 PositionsID: 87302Posted On 02/09/2026Refreshed On 05/13/2026Job OverviewPortzen Construction is seeking full-time Heavy Equipment Operators.Responsibilities:Operate various pieces of heavy equipment such as excavators, loaders and other large equipment to erect structures, excavate, move or grade earthLift, position and place machinery, equipment and other objects at construction sites and industrial facilitiesRepair and maintain equipment as neededRequirements:Must be at least 18 years oldHigh school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required to join the apprenticeship programPrevious experience working on construction job sites and operating heavy equipmentAble to read and understand construction documentsAble to follow safety guidelines at all timesWill work in varied conditions including hot and cold temperaturesMust wear personal protective equipment providedThis position is a full-time position that can be seasonal, some travel may be required within a 150 mile radius of Dubuque.Benefits administered through the Operating Engineers union.Interested candidates can apply in person at our office, 205 Stone Valley Drive, Dubuque, IA 52003 or online at www.pci-dbq.comPrimary Contact1737571379330Jenny BockenstedtHuman Resources,563-557-7642PhonePhonePhoneFaxHR@pci-dbq.comEmailTrueTrueTrueJob DetailsCategoriesConstruction/Skilled TradesLocationDubuque, IAJob TypeEmployeeFull/PartFull TimeQualificationsEducationHigh School/GEDCompany ID1192Job REQ ## Positions1Start Date20260209End Date20260831Featured Job0TH Ad0TH CommentsSimilar JobsBoiler OperatorLoras CollegeAggregate Production Stockpile OperatorBARD MaterialsShare this JobPortzen ConstructionAbout the CompanyMike Portzen Construction began in 1983 with several housing rehab projects, converting old buildings into viable housing units. Mike Portzen Construction was incorporated in May of 1989, changing the name to Portzen Construction, Inc. The company has since developed into a multi-faceted organization. Our capabilities include: complete excavation services for underground utilities, water service, storm and waste water piping, street repairs, and building foundations; concrete services for roads, streetscapes, parking lots and street paving, building foundations and structural concrete; carpentry services for commercial and industrial structures including framing, finishing, cabinetry, siding and roofing; plumbing services for commercial and industrial projects including process piping for water treatment, waste water treatment plants and aquatic facilities for moderate size cities.