Crane Maintenance Technician

Nucor; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Nucor Steel Decatur is seeking Crane Maintenance Technicians to ensure the safety and efficiency of overhead cranes. This role involves performing essential maintenance tasks while upholding safety standards in a workplace known for innovation and sustainability. Join a leading company and enjoy competitive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance

401K and Roth accounts

Profit sharing

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Stock program

Scholarships

Qualifications

• Strong skills in troubleshooting, repairing, replacing VFDs and electrical components.
• Experience with mechanical maintenance of overhead cranes.
• At least two years of maintenance experience or a relevant degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on overhead cranes.
• Ensure safety policies and practices are followed at all times.

Skills

Electrical skills

Mechanical skills

Troubleshooting

Education

Two-year maintenance or technical degree

4 years industrial maintenance experience

Job description

Job Details

Division: Nucor Steel Decatur LLC

Location: Decatur, AL, United States

Other Available Locations: Alabama

Date Posted: 6/13/2025

Deadline: 6/20/2025

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Basic Job Functions:

The basic functions of Crane Maintenance Technicians include performing preventative maintenance, predictive, and corrective maintenance to overhead cranes. Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Must possess strong Electrical skills involving troubleshooting, repairing, replacing and programming VFD’s and all other electrical components of overhead cranes.
2. Must possess strong Mechanical skills involving troubleshooting, repairing, and replacing all Mechanical components of overhead cranes.
3. Minimum two-year maintenance or technical degree or 4 years industrial maintenance experience

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Two-year technical degree in electrical maintenance and/or equivalent experience
2. Good understanding of AC and DC motors and drives
3. 4 years previous experience with corrective and preventative maintenance procedures associated with overhead cranes

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug – free workplace