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Mechanical Assembler – Overhead Cranes & Hoists
Location: Ashland, VA
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Shift: 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM
Starting Pay: $24.00/hour, with potential for higher pay based on experience.
Job Overview
We are seeking a hands-on Mechanical Assembler to build and install components for overhead cranes and hoists. This role involves mechanical assembly, equipment operation, and working at elevated heights in a heavy industrial environment.
Important: Candidates must be comfortable climbing cranes and working approximately 15 feet above ground on OSHA-compliant equipment with appropriate safety features, including handrails and gates.
Key Responsibilities
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Assemble mechanical components for overhead cranes and hoists.
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Install bearings, couplings, and other components onto shafts.
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Use basic hand tools to fabricate, assemble, and install parts.
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Read and interpret shop drawings and assembly instructions.
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Operate overhead cranes and forklifts safely.
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Apply basic mechanical knowledge to assembly tasks.
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Work at elevated heights while following applicable OSHA safety requirements.
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Handle and lift materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
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Maintain a safe, clean work area and reliable attendance.
Qualifications
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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 safely operate overhead cranes and forklifts.
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Willingness and comfort with climbing cranes and working at heights of approximately 15 feet using approved safety equipment.
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Ability to work in a heavy industrial environment.
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Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
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Dependable, punctual, and safety-conscious.
Schedule & Employment
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1st shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM.
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10-hour workdays.
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Saturday work as required.
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Contract-to-hire opportunity, with potential for conversion after 90 days.
