Build Western NY With Us!
For over 40 years, VisoneCo Site Development has been creating properties of distinction across Western New York. We install the underground utilities and site infrastructure that make commercial, industrial, and residential developments possible—from water and sewer systems to storm drainage, grading, and site improvements.
We're the Masters of Sitework. Our work is the foundation that makes modern development possible, and we take pride in every project we complete.
About VisoneCo
VisoneCo is a premier civil, utility, and sitework contractor known for quality craftsmanship and specialized expertise. Our services include:
- Underground utility installation (water, sewer, storm drainage)
- Large-scale earthwork and grading operations
- Site preparation and development
- Hardscape and landscape construction
We're committed to the betterment and prosperity of our Western New York communities through quality infrastructure work.
Our Core Values: Wisdom, Family, Trust, Commitment, Reliability, Integrity, and Accountability
The Position
We are seeking an experienced, motivated Civil & Utility Heavy Equipment Operator to join our field team. This isn’t a role for someone who just wants to sit in a cab all day—we need a powerhouse operator who can actively run a sitework project, drive daily crew production, and step down to assist with labor on-site whenever necessary to get the job done.
What makes this opportunity special:
- Take the lead on diverse, high-profile commercial, industrial, and residential civil projects
- Work with top-tier equipment and advanced field technologies (GPS / Total Station)
- Clear path for long-term career growth within a highly respected local organization
- Year-round, stable employment with highly competitive pay and an elite benefits package
Primary Responsibilities
Heavy Equipment Operation & Operations:
- High-precision operation of heavy civil machinery including excavators, backhoes, dozers, loaders, skid steers, compactors, and rollers.
- Execute cut/fill/haul-off earthmoving operations and perform precise, accurate excavations for building footings and structural foundations.
- Handle rough and fine grading for hardscapes and landscapes, including building slabs, parking lots, sidewalks, pathways, and lawn areas.
Utility Installation & Sitework:
- Install comprehensive underground utility systems, including water lines, sanitary sewers, storm drainage lines, and heavy utility structures (catch basins, manholes, septic tanks).
- Manage onsite stormwater pollution protection (SWPPP), erosion controls, and sediment management.
- Oversee site demolition, physical site preparation, and daily site organization.
Crew Leadership & Project Logistics:
- Manage and motivate a field crew daily to achieve strict production targets and maintain elite project efficiency.
- Plan and schedule daily/weekly site workflows while working closely with project managers and estimators to track milestones, job production, and potential change orders.
- Order site materials in a timely manner to prevent project delays; coordinate and manage subcontractor performance on-site.
- Investigate and resolve field issues seamlessly alongside owners, engineers, architects, and superintendents.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date as-built working drawings and ensure 100% adherence to OSHA safety regulations and company safety standards daily.
Qualifications
Required:
- 4+ years of proven experience operating heavy machinery on civil, utility, or sitework projects.
- Deep, advanced knowledge of excavation, grading, site layout, and underground utility means and methods.
- Ability to read, comprehend, and execute elevations and layout directly from construction blueprints and specs.
- Valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation to get to various WNY job sites.
- Physical capability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions and lift 80+ lbs routinely.
- Minimum OSHA 10 certification.
- Positive attitude, strong problem-solving skills, and a desire for a stable, long-term career.
- Willingness to submit to a background check and drug screening.
Preferred (But Not Required):
- Direct experience running and managing a commercial sitework project and leading field personnel (Highly Valued).
- Proficiency using GPS / Total Station layout equipment.
- OSHA 30 or HAZWOPER certification.
- Active CDL Class A or B driver's license.
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic equipment troubleshooting.
What We Offer
- Comprehensive training and high-level skill development.
- Stable, year-round employment with a respected local company.
- Full Benefits Package: 401(k) with company match, comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus paid time off (PTO).
Our Commitment: For every employee to be part of a team that's completely committed to quality and guaranteed results through the specialized services we provide.
Ready to Build Your Career?
If you're looking for more than just a job—if you want to apply your heavy equipment mastery, lead a quality-focused field crew, and build a long-term career with a respected local leader—we want to hear from you.
Apply today and join the team that's building Western New York.
VisoneCo Site Development LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
