Career Pathway Certificate: Construction Equipment Operator — Spring 2026 **Northeast Iowa Community College** 5 Positions ID: 82979 Posted On 10/08/2025 Refreshed On 01/09/2026 **Job Overview** Students will be prepared to safely, efficiently and professionally operate construction equipment used in a variety of construction sites including residential and commercial building, road construction, maintenance and utility installation and repair. The program includes a comprehensive core track that teaches job readiness and teamwork skills, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) construction safety principles and American Heart Association CPR/ First Aid. Through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on lab experiences, students will be introduced to equipment applications, sustainability practices, powertrain, hydraulic and electrical system inspections, flagger skills and operation of a forklift, skid steer and mini-excavator. Upon successful completion of the program, students may pursue optional certifications, additional education or seek immediate entry-level employment as an equipment operator. This class is part of a unique program designed to prepare workers for high-demand construction jobs. Program Start Date: March 18, 2026 Tuition Cost: $4,125 Tuition assistance is available for those who are eligible. Contact a Career Coach at NICC at 844.642.2338 to begin your tuition assistance application today. Primary Contact 1675797365789 Business & Community Solutions NICC NICC Staff, 563.562.3263, ext. 1399 Phone Phone Phone Fax conted@nicc.edu Email True False False **Job Details** Categories Construction/Skilled Trades Skilled Labor Trades Location Dubuque, IA Job Type Employee Full/Part Full Time Company ID 1180 Job REQ # \# Positions 5 Start Date 20251008 End Date 20260310 Featured Job TH Ad 0 TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Material Delivery Professional — MDP BARD Materials Aggregate Production Operator BARD Materials Construction Helper Sedona Staffing Services Construction Assistant Superintendent – Travelin Conlon Construction Co. Construction Project Manager – Retail Conlon Construction Co. General Construction Laborer Sedona Staffing Services Estimator Sales- Construction Industry Sedona Staffing Services Certificate: Bldg Construction — Spring 2026 Northeast Iowa Community College Career Pathway Certificate: Building Const. & Northeast Iowa Community College Career Pathway Certificate: Cabinet and Trim - Car Northeast Iowa Community College **Share this Job** Northeast Iowa Community College **About the Company** Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) serves the transfer, career and technical education needs of our region' residents, businesses and industries in a district area that encompasses eight counties and approximately 5,000 sq. miles. More than 28,400 students enroll in Business and Community Solutions courses and academic certificate, diploma and degree programs every year. NICC offers associate' degrees and general education courses that readily transfer to four-year colleges and universities, and state-of-the-art technology and lab areas that prepare students for high demand careers. The College has two primary campuses in Peosta and Calmar, and seven service locations in Cresco, Dubuque, Manchester, New Hampton, Oelwein and Waukon, that offer convenient amenities, services, educational resources and computer labs for students. As one of northeast Iowa' largest employers, the College employs 680 faculty and staff members, and the average tenure of all part-time and full-time faculty is 12 years. At Northeast Iowa Community College, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential pillars of academic excellence and community empowerment. We are committed to cultivating an environment where individuals from all walks of life feel respected, valued, and empowered to succeed.