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Electrical Crane Technician

DO NOT USE Nucor Steel Auburn

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Compensation
$16.37–23.03/hr
Location
AUBURN, NY
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Electrical Crane Technician performs inspections and load certification tests, troubleshoots and repairs electrical systems, and maintains mechanical crane components. The role includes documenting service and inspection results and following safety and compliance protocols. Candidates need an associate’s degree in an electrical or mechanical discipline or equivalent experience, plus at least two years in a heavy industrial environment. Sponsorship is not provided.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Safety CommitmentProblem SolvingTeamworkWork PrioritizationProject ManagementAutomation ImplementationArtificial Intelligence Implementation

Qualifications

Associate's in Electrical or Mechanical Discipline or 5 Years Equivalent Experience2 Years Heavy Industrial ExperienceAbility to Work at Heights Over 80 FeetUS Work Authorization

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Job Details Division: Nucor Steel Auburn, Inc. Location: Auburn, NY, United States Pay Range: Based on experience the compensation for this position is $16.37/HR-$23.03/HR plus an additional estimated $26.00/hr. in production pay, paid weekly. 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: Inspections & Testing: Perform frequent and periodic safety and operational inspections in compliance with OSHA, ASME, and CMAA standards, including load certification tests. Electrical Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose and fix 480 VAC / 3-phase systems, AC/DC motor controls, VFDs, contactors, and radio remote controls. Read and interpret complex electrical schematics and blueprints. Mechanical Maintenance & Repair: Service and replace motors, gearboxes, wire ropes, chains, hooks, wheels, brakes, and bearings. Perform lubrication, cleaning, and general mechanical overhauls. Documentation & Compliance: Complete digital and written service reports, log inspection results, track replacement parts, and ensure strict adherence to lockout/tagout (LOTO), NFPA 70E, CMAA, ASME B30, and all other safety protocols 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 Requirements: Minimum associate's degree in an electrical or mechanical discipline or 5 years equivalent experience. Minimum 2 years' experience working in a heavy industrial environment with technical exposure to power transmission, diesel electric/mechanical systems, pumps, piping & fluid flow, material handling systems, lubrication principles, hydraulic & pneumatic systems, bearings, couplings, robotics, and automation. Must be able to safely work at heights in excess of 80 feet Detailed Selection Criteria: Safety-Strong commitment to Safety in all job aspects. Problem Solving-Demonstrated problem-solving skills with an orientation towards continuous improvement Teamwork-Excels in a team environment. Organizing, Planning and Prioritizing Work-Demonstrated ability to perform in a multi-disciplined dynamic environment. Preferred Qualifications: Proven project management Automation and Artificial Intelligence implementation experience. No calls or agencies please. Nucor will only employ those legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided now or in the future. Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace Nearest Major Market: Syracuse Apply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjY1NjEwLjEwNDE3QG51Y29yY29tcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20

How this job compares

Set against the 1,039 open Electrical Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$16.37–23.03/hr
  • New York median$28–38/hr31 hourly ranges
  • US median$31–40/hr421 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $19.70/hr, is 42% below the New York median midpoint ($34/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Electrical Technician hourly ranges in New York.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 43 open Electrical Technician jobs in New York and 1,039 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in New York
Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience; Electrical Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (700 postings).
Education
6 of the 1,039 open Electrical Technician jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 29, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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