crane service technician

Government of Canada; Barrie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency is seeking an experienced technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment. Candidates should have at least 3 to 5 years of relevant experience with industrial motors and gearboxes. The role involves working outdoors and may require frequent travel to various locations. Strong mechanical skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities are essential for success.

Benefits

Health care plan

Dental plan

Free parking available

Travel insurance

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in the relevant field.
• Experience with industrial electric motors and gearboxes.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults.
• Diagnose faults using computerized testing equipment.
• Adjust, repair, and replace defective parts as necessary.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Repairing equipment

Attention to detail

Mechanical skills

Team collaboration

Client focus

Excellent communication

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Electrical schematics

Testing equipment

Hand and power tools

Job description

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Non-smoking
• Dusty
• Hot
• Noisy
• At heights

Work setting

• Various locations
• On-site customer service

Responsibilities Tasks

• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers' specifications
• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
• Service attachments and working tools
• Repair or replace defective or worn-out parts and components using hand, power or specially designed tools
• Replace faulty components
• Replace oil, air and fuel filters on motor vehicles, trucks and heavy equipment
• Replace parts as required
• Remove and replace defective parts
• Read electrical schematics, blueprints and other technical diagrams
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Clean and lubricate cranes
• Follow-up on issues with work orders
• Follow directions and read map
• Inspect products and processing methods; prepare reports and ensure that regulations governing health, quality and safety are followed
• Work from man‑lift mobile equipment, cranes and other lifting equipment
• Remove and replace worn components and reactivate system
• Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance

Experience and specialization Type of product

• Industrial electric motors
• Gearboxes

Type of cranes

• Overhead crane

Testing equipment and methods

• Visual inspection

Equipment and machinery experience

• Motors and controls
• Lifting device
• High voltage equipment
• Brakes
• Crane

Equipment, eystems and controls experience

• Electric motors

Area of specialization

• Wheel replacement
• Industrial motors

Powered equipment repair specialization

• Cable-operated working attachments

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Brake system

Additional information Security and safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Vehicle supplied by employer
• Willing to travel
• Willing to travel regularly
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Valid driver's licence
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand‑eye co‑ordination
• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel‑toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Organized
• Excellent written communication

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Gasoline paid
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available
• Travel insurance