Mechanical Assembly Technician – Overhead Cranes
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Mechanical Assembly Technician – Overhead Cranes Location: Ashland, VAJob Type: Full-Time, Contract-to-HirePay: Starting at $24.00/hour; higher depending on experienceSchedule: 1st Shift,
Location: Ashland, VA
Job Type: Full-Time, Contract-to-Hire
Pay: Starting at $24.00/hour; higher depending on experience
Schedule: 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM
Additional Hours: Saturdays as needed
We are looking for a Mechanical Assembly Technician to build and install components for overhead cranes and hoists. This role involves hands-on mechanical work, using shop drawings and hand tools, and assisting with assembly tasks in a heavy industrial setting.
Important: Candidates must be comfortable climbing cranes and working at heights of approximately 15 feet. Climbing and elevated work are performed using OSHA-compliant equipment and required safety procedures, including appropriate platforms, gates, and guardrails.
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Assemble mechanical parts for overhead cranes and hoists, including bearings and couplings on shafts.
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Use basic hand tools to fabricate, fit, and install components.
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Read and follow shop drawings and assembly instructions.
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Operate overhead cranes and forklifts safely.
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Apply basic mechanical skills to complete assembly tasks.
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Follow industrial safety procedures while working on the shop floor and at elevated heights.
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Handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
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Maintain reliable attendance and arrive on time for scheduled shifts.
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Work extended shifts and Saturdays when required.
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Basic mechanical knowledge and hands-on assembly experience.
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Ability to read and understand shop drawings.
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Ability to operate overhead cranes and forklifts safely.
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Willingness and ability to climb cranes and work approximately 15 feet above the ground using approved safety equipment.
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Comfortable working in a heavy industrial environment.
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Ability to lift and handle up to 50 pounds.
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Dependable, punctual, and able to meet the work schedule.
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First shift, Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM.
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Ten-hour workdays, with Saturdays as needed.
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Contract-to-hire opportunity, with potential for permanent employment after 90 days.
Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Pay per year
- ≈ $49,920 a year
- 20% below the $62,400 median for Assembly Technician jobs on Jobera (49 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- Today
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 25, 2026
- First seen
- October 25, 2026
- Last seen
- October 25, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- -1
- Repost count
- 1
- Trust Level
- 72%
- Scored at
- October 25, 2026
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