Crane Technician

Morskate Manufacturing; Ponoka; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits after 3 mo.

Sundays off each week

Overtime paid after 44 hours

Hands-on training and mentorship

Job summary

Morskate Manufacturing Ltd. in Ponoka, Alberta, is hiring a Crane Technician to lead installation, setup, and commissioning of lifting equipment on a growing site.

You will read drawings, work at heights, operate cranes and other heavy equipment, and ensure safe, efficient job-site operations with ongoing training and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Technical training in Millwright, Electrical, or related industrial maintenance.
• Combination of education and hands-on experience will be considered.
• 1+ years experience installing overhead cranes and related equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Install, set up and commission lifting equipment (overhead and jib cranes, workstations).
• Read and understand drawings and blueprints.
• Work at heights on large steel structures.
• Operate mobile equipment (forklift, elevated work platform, heavy equipment).
• Maneuver and erect runway and columns.

Skills

Millwright training

Electrical training

Heavy equipment operation

Reading drawings

Education

Technical training in Millwright or Electrical

Hands-on maintenance experience

Tools

Forklift operation

Rigging

Job description

Morskate Manufacturing is a family-run structural steel manufacturer located in Ponoka, Alberta. Specializing in structural, agricultural and custom orders, we take pride in the ability to be adaptable and flexible when designing and building orders to meet the customers exact requirements.

Position Summary

Morskate Manufacturing is growing! We're adding 90,000+ sq. ft. to our facility and investing in new technology as we continue to expand. With this growth comes an exciting opportunity for a hands-on Crane Technician to join our team.

As the Crane Technician, you will be responsible for leading and assisting in the installation, setup, and commissioning of lifting equipment such as overhead cranes and jib cranes. This role will involve reading blueprints, working at heights, operating heavy equipment, and ensuring safe, efficient job site operations.

Responsibilities

• Install, set up and commission various types of lifting equipment e.g. overhead cranes, jib cranes, workstations, etc.
• Read and understand drawings and blueprints
• Work at heights on large steel structures
• Operate mobile equipment e.g. forklift, elevated work platform and other heavy equipment
• Maneuver and erect runway and columns

Requirements/Qualifications

• Technical training in Millwright, Electrical, related industrial maintenance, or equivalent hands-on experience
• A combination of education and experience will be considered
• 1+ years experience installing overhead cranes
• Experience in the safe operation of heavy equipment
• Rigging experience an asset
• Must be willing to work overtime and occasional weekend shifts
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions, indoor & outdoor
• Must have strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, sketches, procedures and practices
• Must have good time management skills
• Must be physically fit and able to lift 50 lbs. and be on feet for long periods
• Able to work independently or as part of a team
• Ability to speak, read, write and understand English clearly
• Possess problem solving skills

What Morskate Manufacturing Offers

• Permanent, full-time, year-round employment
• Competitive hourly wage based on experience
• Overtime opportunities, with overtime paid after 44 hours per week
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits after 3 months
• Every Sunday guaranteed off
• Hands-on training, mentorship, and ongoing skill development
• Career growth and advancement opportunities within a growing company
• Supportive, team-oriented workplace where collaboration and quality matter
• Join a company that's expanding and investing in its people and its future
• Fast-paced, collaborative team environment

We offer competitive starting wages between $34 - $38 per hour, with final rates determined by your experience, skill level, and how well you align with the role. We appreciate dedication and commitment, and we conduct thorough performance reviews after three months and annually to acknowledge outstanding work and support employee growth.

We would like to thank all of those that apply, however only short-listed candidates selected will be contacted. We are unable to support LMIA candidates for this position. Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.