Crane Technician

STRIVE Recruitment Inc.; Oakville; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Medical and dental benefits

Tool allowance

Job summary

STRIVE Recruitment Inc. is seeking an Overhead Crane Technician based in Oakville, with travel across the GTA. The role involves repairing overhead cranes and performing preventative maintenance. A company vehicle is provided and 90% travel is expected; 5 years of crane tech experience is required.

Compensation ranges from $38 to $52 per hour, with day shifts, overtime and potential advancement opportunities. Benefits include RRSP matching and dental coverage.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience as an overhead crane technician or equivalent electrical background.
• Secondary school diploma or high school equivalent minimum.
• Experience in manufacturing environments is required.
• Practical electrical experience and ability to repair heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions.
• Inspect hoists, cranes, systems and related components.
• Order parts and maintain inventory.
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation.
• Perform crane inspections, repairs, and installations; respond to breakdown calls.

Skills

Electrical experience

Mechanical aptitude

Team collaboration

Communication skills

G license

Education

High school diploma

309A license (ideal)

Tools

Welding

Job description

ABOUT US

STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, Technology and Manufacturing Operations. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs. Our human recruiters review all applications. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.

THE ROLE

As an Overhead Crane Technician, you will be working at various manufacturing plants throughout the GTA, repairing overhead cranes. This is a great permanent opportunity for someone who enjoys traveling to various sites while working for a reputable well-established company that treats you like a family member. You will be given a work truck to travel to different plants to perform repair services and preventative maintenance on the cranes. The position is based out of Oakville, but 90% of your time is working offsite. We are looking for someone with 5 years' experience as an overhead crane technician.

ADVANTAGES

• Great starting pay of $38-$52/hour
• Day shift Monday to Friday from 7 am to 3 pm
• Permanent position based out of Oakville or travelling in GTA
• Overtime and double-time pay for on-call work which is on a rotation basis
• Opportunity for advancement and career growth
• Fantastic team of people that you get to work with
• Great benefits- RRSP matching, medical, and dental
• Tool and safety boot allowance
• Company events, great culture, and working conditions

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
• Display a professional image and work within a team environment to accomplish goals
• Inspect hoists, cranes, systems, chain falls, and pullers
• Order parts and maintain inventory
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation
• Perform crane inspections, repairs, and installations and respond to breakdown calls
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts

REQUIREMENTS:

• 5 years experience as an overhead crane technician OR certified Electrician
• Secondary school diploma or high school equivalent as a minimum
• 3 Years of Hands-On Electrical Experience- the ideal candidate will have a 309A license
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Welding experience is considered an asset
• Mechanical aptitude
• Excellent people and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Lifting up to 50lbs
• Knowledge and understanding of structural, electrical, and mechanical systems
• Able to work in elevated areas
• Must have reliable own transportation, G License in good standing