Crane Inspection/ Mechanical Technician II at Manufacturing Maintenance Solutions Inc – Pekin, Illinois

Mechanical Technician II / Crane Inspection Technician

Industrial Facility
$30–$35/hr. (includes shift differential) + OT Available
2nd Shift
1-Year Contract (with potential to renew)

If you have experience with cranes, hoists, and industrial equipment, this is a great opportunity to step into a role where your skills directly impact safety and operations every day.

You’ll focus on inspecting, troubleshooting, and maintaining critical equipment while helping ensure everything meets OSHA and safety standards.

• Start your shift reviewing inspection schedules and priorities
• Perform detailed inspections on overhead cranes and hoists
• Identify wear, damage, or safety concerns and document findings
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues on motors, gearboxes, and lifting systems
• Complete OSHA checklists and ensure compliance with ASME B30 standards
• Make minor repairs or recommend corrective actions
• Work with maintenance teams to keep equipment running safely
• Wrap up by logging inspections and maintenance activity

• Overhead cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment
• Motors, gearboxes, brakes, and drive systems
• Wire ropes, chains, hooks, and rigging components
• Industrial mechanical systems (pumps, conveyors, compressors)

Tools & Equipment:

• Inspection tools and OSHA checklists
• Multimeters and diagnostic tools
• Hand tools, power tools, and torque wrenches
• CMMS/work order systems

• Perform scheduled crane and hoist inspections
• Ensure equipment meets OSHA and ASME B30 safety standards
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs
• Document inspections, deficiencies, and completed work
• Support equipment reliability and safe operations

• 3+ years of mechanical maintenance experience
• Hands-on crane/hoist inspection experience (required)
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems (motors, gearboxes, etc.)
• Ability to identify safety issues and follow OSHA standards
• Comfortable working independently and making decisions in the field
• Experience with tools, diagnostics, and maintenance systems

• Industrial setting with hands-on, physical work
• Ability to work at heights and lift up to 50 lbs
• Safety-first environment (PPE required)

• Competitive pay + shift differential + overtime
• Specialized role with high-demand crane experience
• Opportunity for contract extension
• Work that directly impacts safety and operations

If you have crane experience and enjoy hands-on mechanical work, this is a great opportunity to put your skills to work and grow in a specialized field.