Crane Technician

Mural Group•Apple Grove, WV

10d•$45 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

A senior technician is needed for a new sheet steel mill in Mason County, West Virginia. The role maintains overhead and gantry cranes used to move ladles, coils, and equipment throughout the mill. The technician serves as a crew troubleshooter and helps establish crane maintenance standards as the operation starts up. This is a permanent, local, full-time position with a 4-on/4-off rotation and 12-hour shifts, scheduled 6–6 or 7–7. Pay is $45.00–$50.00 per hour, plus $120 per day in per diem.

Requirements

10–15+ years of industrial maintenance experience; crane experience is strongly preferred, though a solid general maintenance background will be considered.
Steel mill, heavy manufacturing, or similar industrial experience.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and working knowledge of basic electrical systems; high-voltage experience is not required.
A track record of stability and commitment, with a desire to grow with one team long-term.
Comfort working at heights and in hot, heavy industrial environments.
Willingness to work a 4-on/4-off rotation, including nights, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
High school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

Crane maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on overhead bridge, gantry, and ladle cranes, including hoists, trolleys, brakes, wire rope, gearboxes, wheels, and rails.
Troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical issues and return cranes to service quickly.
Conduct and document routine crane inspections in accordance with OSHA and ASME standards.
Support commissioning and startup alongside OEM and contractor personnel.
Mentor less experienced technicians and share knowledge across the crew.
Follow lockout/tagout, fall protection, and company safety practices.