IUOE Local 487

04/03/2026

Erik Meyers tackling a new underground utilities job—laying the groundwork for safer, more efficient systems that support the community every day.

It’s always great to see skilled operators bringing these essential projects to life safely and professionally.

03/13/2026

Kyle Kreit and Shannon Williams putting in serious work in Downtown Miami! 💪

Running a beautiful 800-ton Demag crane while dismantling a satellite structure right in the heart of the city. Precision, teamwork, and skill at its finest. Jobs like this don’t happen without experienced operators and a solid crew making every move count.

Respect to the heavy hitters getting it done safely and professionally. 👊

03/11/2026

Keeping our fleet in top shape down here in Fort Myers! 🔧🚛

Huge shoutout to the crew putting in the work to keep everything running strong: Noel Augusto, Josh Quick, Gabe Botello, Shaun Hermes, and Scott Tracey. Their dedication to maintenance and attention to detail helps ensure our equipment stays safe, reliable, and ready for the road every day.

Proud of this team and the work they do behind the scenes to keep things moving.

03/06/2026

Wayne Baumker and Vincent Burgos from Sims Crane Vero getting it done while building a Bauer rig on site. Precision and teamwork. Every piece set right is another step forward for the job.

03/04/2026

Experienced CDL Class A VAC truck driver needed immediately.

Call Yunier @ (305) 634-3419

03/03/2026

Big job in Tampa 🏗️

Shaun Sedam working with Kelley Crane to take down a tower safely and efficiently. Always great to see experienced operator handling these large-scale projects with precision and teamwork.

Another tower down, another successful day on the job in Tampa! 💪

02/24/2026

Shoutout to Dave Wiebelt with Sims Crane out of Vero getting it done during the outage at Treasure Coast Energy Center 💪

Outage season means long hours and critical lifts — and Dave’s making it look easy. Stay safe and keep those booms high! 🔥 #

02/09/2026

Dear Brother's and Sister's, there will be a Celebration of Life for Billy Stewart on March 22, 2026. It will be held at the Dade Battlefield State Park at 7200 Battlefield Pkwy in Bushnell, FL starting at noon.
Please bring a covered dish to share, as this was Billy's favorite way to get together with friends and family. His wife is requesting a headcount to make arrangements.
Please call Tammy at the Tampa Union Hall at 813-626-4161 if you plan to attend.

01/15/2026

12/13/2025

Let’s stand together for our sister, Whitney Bitner.

Whitney is currently fighting cancer, and she needs our support now more than ever. This is one of those moments where we come together as family and show what solidarity truly means.

If you’re able, please consider donating to her GoFundMe—every contribution, no matter the size, helps ease the financial burden so she can focus on what matters most: her fight and her recovery.

If you can’t donate, please share this post and keep Whitney and her family in your prayers.

United we stand. 💙

11/27/2025

🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from IUOE Local 487! 🦃

This Thanksgiving, we give thanks to the hardworking Operating Engineers who keep our communities moving every single day. Your dedication, skill, and commitment is what makes Local 487 strong.

From our union family to yours, we wish you a safe, joyful, and restful holiday.
Happy Thanksgiving!

IUOE Local 487 – United We Stand Divided We Fall.