FROM SMALL BEGINNINGS
to OVER 25 YEARS OF SERVICE

It all began in 1998

Our company was initially formed in April of 1998, with 3 owners, Steve Mueller, Jason Viebrock, and Dan Thiel.  We began doing landscaping projects with a small Ford L7000 single-axle dump truck, a Bobcat 853, a tandem-axle trailer, and a lot of desire to succeed. Our small company began to grow immediately, and soon, Steve and Dan bought out Jason's interest in the company and positioned it to be focused in the small to mid-size project market.

A residential yard with landscaping work in progress. A yellow house with white trim is in the background. A tripod with a surveying instrument is set up on the grass. Several people are working, surrounded by landscaping blocks and tools. A red truck filled with soil is nearby.
J&S General Contracting logo with images of a pickup truck with a plow and a skid-steer loader.

2001

As we developed great customer relations we realized that we could offer more services that were needed, and so started doing flatwork concrete projects as well, which complemented the landscaping services that we offered.  Soon, the concrete side of our business was growing as fast as the landscaping side was.

Two people working on landscaping around a model home
Logo for J&S Landscapes in Osceola, WI, featuring a Bobcat skid-steer loader and a stylized landscape with trees and a retaining wall.
Bulldozer working in a construction site with piles of dirt and sand under a clear sky.

2005

We took a leap of faith and bought a significant amount of topsoil from some construction sites, and to this day, still sell screened/pulverized topsoil to our customers.

Logo of J&S General Contracting, Osceola, WI, with stylized text.

2008

In the next few years we started to move into the excavation business and bought some larger-scale equipment like wheel loaders, dozers, and backhoes.  This line of work continues to grow for us, as does the size of the equipment needed to support it.

Excavator loading dirt into a dump truck at a construction site
Outdoor sign for J&S General Contracting with phone number, surrounded by vehicles and landscaping.

2012

In August of 2012 we purchased the property at 651 State Highway 35 and moved our base of operations to that location.  It was a big move for us that gave us a great deal of exposure, and a place to park all of the various trucks, trailers, and equipment that we continue to accumulate as our business grows.

2013

In 2013 we had taken on the sitework, concrete, and landscaping for the renovation of the Osceola High School athletic complex.  We take great pride in being able to work for our hometown folks, and produce a result that helps our community set itself apart from surrounding ones.  Every time we drive by the complex on Highway 35, we can smile and know that we had a big part in making it the wonderful facility that it is.

Aerial view of a football field with "Osceola" written in the end zones, featuring surrounding track and nearby facilities.
Two men in suits holding a plaque in front of a city nightscape backdrop. The plaque reads 'Equipment World Contractor of the Year 2014 Finalist, J & S General Contracting, Onalaska, Wisconsin.' 'Welcome to Las Vegas' sign visible in the background.

2014

In 2014 we were named a finalist for Equipment World’s Contractor of the Year. Read the article.

2014

Also in 2014, Steve and Dan started a succession plan with two long term employees, Bob Meyer and Matt Adam. Bob and Matt were brought in as partners to work alongside Steve and Dan to ensure a smooth transition and a stable future for the company and it’s team.

Four men wearing matching dark shirts stand smiling in an office with a picture of a truck in the background.
Building under construction with person operating a lift, exterior cladding, and open garage doors.

2015

We added back offices and a new shop giving us much needed room and a space to maintain our growing fleet of trucks and equipment.

2018

In 2018 we added around 4,000 linear feet of concrete sidewalks for the Village of Osceola that improved and expanded the sidewalks throughout the village and made areas like the local schools and the Gateway Meadows neighborhood more accessible.

Road construction site with concrete curb under construction, traffic cones, and a worker walking along the sidewalk. Levels and construction materials are visible on the ground.

2019

In 2019 co-founder Dan Thiel decided to hang up his work boots and power down his computer. As Dan retired we celebrated all his hard work and leadership. We were also excited to build upon the foundation he helped create.

Group of people standing outdoors on a snowy day next to a large white tent, some wearing winter clothing and waving, with a blue banner on the tent. Trees and vehicles visible in the background.
Construction workers pouring and smoothing concrete on a sidewalk beside a road, with a concrete mixer truck in the background.

2020

In 2020 our concrete crew took on another large sidewalk project for the Village of Siren, completing over 5,000 linear feet of sidewalk.

Aerial view of a rural area showing cleared land with paths, surrounding trees, and nearby water.

2022

In 2022 our excavation crew started work on our largest housing development to date, excavating for 35 new lots on a 140 acre property.

J&S General Contracting 25th anniversary logo, 1998-2023, with "Celebrating 25 Years."

2023

In 2023 we celebrated our 25 years in business. We hosted a party for all of our customers and employees to attend and to thank them for their support over the years. We look forward to serving our local communities for many more years to come.

Three men wearing matching shirts hold a decorative cake in front of a timeline banner celebrating a company's 25th anniversary. A table with snacks and raffle prizes is seen in the background.

2024

We were fortunate to be able to work on another school’s athletic facilities, Amery High School. The Amery Athletic Facilities included the site work and utility for a new track and football field, as well as baseball fields, softball fields, soccer field, and more.

Drone view of a sports field under construction with a track being built around it, surrounded by a parking lot and trees.

2025

As we started 2025, and celebrated the end of 2024, we welcomed Darren as another partner to work alongside Bob, Matt, & Steve.

Four men smiling and posing in a casual setting with a nutcracker and snowman decoration on a table.

Over these last several years we have continued to grow, increasing our capabilities every step of the way. With new employees and new equipment we have been able to expand what our crews can handle.

Today we offer concrete work, excavation, landscaping materials, hauling, and snow removal services to the wonderful people of western Wisconsin and eastern Minnesota.  Our commitment to our community and surrounding areas continues as strong as ever, and we support many philanthropic organizations in our area.

Group of children in teal shirts holding frisbees outdoors on a grassy field.

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