IUOE Local 17

IUOE Local 17 For over 125 years the IUOE, Local 17 has been building a better Buffalo. You'll find 17's work in our skyline and the infrastructure we use every day.

The International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 17 is a proud and diverse group of builders. We work tirelessly to advance the people of Buffalo & Western New York, through improved infrastructure, and smarter spaces to work and play. We are the men & women operating the heavy equipment, local mechanics, and surveying the land. Hiring the Best
For over 100 years, Local 17 has worked on some

of the region's most recognizable building and laid the infrastructure of our cities and municipalities. When you hire our union contractors you are hiring one of the most experienced and skilled teams in the industry. We provide high-quality work done safely, done right and on time. Training & Careers
The IUOE has extensive training & apprenticeship programs to keep up with the best practices while ensuring a safe workplace. To learn more about our jobs & training program please call (716) 627-2311

Beyond the CAB: Episode 5: Mike Motak's Union Journey
04/03/2026

Beyond the CAB: Episode 5: Mike Motak's Union Journey

In this episode, Mike Motak shares his journey from farm life to union heavy equipment operator, highlighting the importance of union work, training, and com...

https://youtu.be/hAsjSbnBNb4
04/02/2026

https://youtu.be/hAsjSbnBNb4

Local 17 Graduaded apprentice Domininc Fasso unloading Bridge Beams with All Crane's Maitowoc MLC 300 with VP Max

Beyond the Cab: Episode 4: Business Manager Bill Fekete
03/12/2026

Beyond the Cab: Episode 4: Business Manager Bill Fekete

Join us as we explore the career journey of a seasoned mechanic and union leader, sharing insights on union benefits, contract negotiations, and the evolutio...

Closing out Women in Construction week. Its not only about the work. Spending time building relationships and reachin...
03/08/2026

Closing out Women in Construction week. Its not only about the work. Spending time building relationships and reaching out to the next generation is highly important for the workforce and our industry.

The S charter is our Stationary Engineers (and where the IUOE got it's start, hence the steamgauge logo). These men & wo...
03/06/2026

The S charter is our Stationary Engineers (and where the IUOE got it's start, hence the steamgauge logo).
These men & women are responsible for the mechanical systems that keep buildings healthy & safe for their inhabitants (hospitals, hotels, the zoo, etc). Many of our Engineers hold city boiler licenses to maintain the mid- and high- pressure boilers.
Most of Local 17's women engineers work for the Buffalo Schools, keeping them clean and healthy for the students & staff.

Today we have our RA charter, our Registered Apprentices11 women in the program currently, with dozens graduating throug...
03/05/2026

Today we have our RA charter, our Registered Apprentices
11 women in the program currently, with dozens graduating throughout the school's 40+ years.

Beyond the Cab: Episode 3: Thirty-Six Year of Hank Harder III
03/04/2026

Beyond the Cab: Episode 3: Thirty-Six Year of Hank Harder III

This conversation explores the extensive career of Hank Harder III in the construction industry, focusing on his experiences with landfills, site work, and p...

The D charter is our Surveyors. The men and women who design the projects we work on and make sure we put things in th...
03/04/2026

The D charter is our Surveyors. The men and women who design the projects we work on and make sure we put things in the right places. A cool way to combine math and computer skills with construction

Our C charter combines our gravel/material pits and mechanic shops. Currently we only have women members at our pits, b...
03/04/2026

Our C charter combines our gravel/material pits and mechanic shops.
Currently we only have women members at our pits, but we have met female IUOE mechanics from other parts of the U.S. and Canada.

03/03/2026

Address

5959 Versailles Road
Lake View, NY
14085

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 7am - 4pm
Wednesday 7am - 4pm
Thursday 7am - 4pm
Friday 7am - 4pm

Telephone

(716) 627-2648

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