About Us
At Mountaineer Crane Inspectors, we are proud to be your trusted partner for all crane and rigging inspection needs. Based in north-central West Virginia, we serve the entire Mid-Ohio Valley and beyond, delivering inspection services that meet or exceed industry standards. With extensive experience in the field, we are dedicated to ensuring safety, compliance, and operational excellence, supporting the highest levels of performance and reliability in every operation.
Safety is our #1 priority
There are no shortcuts when it comes to safety. Our goal is to ensure your machines and lifting equipment not only meet the minimum requirements set forth by OHSA standards but exceeds them. Eliminate unnecessary down time, maintain compliance with current ASME regulations, and cut back on maintenance cost by letting one of our inspection professionals give your equipment the stamp of approval.
About the Owner
Ryan Waggle, founder and lead inspector, brings a distinguished level of expertise and an unwavering commitment to safety and operational excellence. As an NCCCO-certified crane operator and mobile crane inspector, as well as a journeyman of the International Union of Operating Engineers, he has cultivated extensive industry experience through years of dedicated work in the mobile crane sector.
Following a successful career as a crane operator in the Deep South, Ryan returned to his West Virginia roots in 2023 to establish a company committed to advancing industry standards. His comprehensive technical knowledge and hands-on expertise underpin a rigorous approach to inspections, ensuring precision, reliability, and unparalleled quality for every client
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