Crane Technician

Hercules Crane & Lifting Supplies; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive programs

Dental & Vision benefits

RPP matching program

Personal & Professional Development

Travel paid

Job summary

The Hercules Group of Companies in Winnipeg, MB is seeking a full-time Crane Technician to inspect and test hoists and cranes, ensuring safety certification in line with regulations. You will assist sales with quotes, help choose repair solutions, and travel to customer sites as needed.

Qualifications include a High school diploma or equivalent and Red Seal/Journeyman Electrician certification; overhead crane experience is an asset. Valid driver’s license and ability to lift 50 lbs are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Red Seal or Journeyman Electrician certification.
• Experience maintaining & troubleshooting overhead electric cranes is an asset.
• Experience with working at heights and rigging fundamentals is an asset.
• Knowledge of electricity and hydraulics; able to troubleshoot general maintenance.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs safely.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections on various hoists and cranes.
• Diagnoses equipment problems and estimates repair costs.
• Maintains and repairs overhead cranes and components.
• Completes reports and submits for processing.
• Picks up and delivers products as required.
• Contributes to efficient work methods and customer quotes.
• Performs general labour and maintenance tasks.
• Follows safety and quality procedures at customer sites.

Skills

Crane maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Customer communication

Driver communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Red Seal or Journeyman Electrician

Job description

We are looking for a full-time Crane Technician to join our team in Winnipeg, MB. Reporting to the Branch Manager, the crane technician performs inspections and testing on various hoists and cranes to ensure safety certification is in accordance with provincial and federal regulations. The Crane Technician also assists the sales team with quotes and makes recommendations for repair work.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes

• Competitive Wage of $43–$47/hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Incentive programs available
• Dental & Vision benefits
• RPP matching program
• Personal & Professional Development Opportunities
• Fun & engaging working environment
• Travel paid

Key Responsibilities

• Performs inspections on various hoists and cranes
• Diagnoses equipment problems and estimates costs of equipment repairs, replacements, maintenance etc.
• Performs maintenance & trouble shooting on overhead electric cranes and their components and completes required repairs
• Completes reports on inspected items neatly and accurately either by Cert Tracker or inspection sheets and submits to administration for processing
• Maintains paperwork and records of used inventory for billing and certification purposes
• Picks up and delivers products to customers as required in company truck
• Assists in the development of efficient and effective work methods that are consistent with the company’s policies and procedures
• Provides input to customer quotes
• Completes cycle counts of inventory on a periodic basis, as required
• Performs general labour and/or maintenance work
• Complies with company quality and safety procedures for completing work
• Follows customer Safety and Quality rules when working at a customer’s site
• Maintains company equipment used on a daily/weekly/monthly basis
• Some travel, possible work evenings and weekends as required

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Red Seal or Journeyman Electrician certification required.
• Experience performing maintenance & trouble shooting overhead electric cranes considered an asset
• Experience with working at heights, Lifting Gear Inspection, Wire Rope Examiner and ASME/OSHA rigging fundamentals and requirements considered an asset
• Knowledge of electricity and hydraulics, capable of troubleshooting for general maintenance
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable
• Must safely lift 50 lbs. from floor level to waist level
• Establishes work priorities, ensure deadlines are met and procedures are followed
• Ability to accomplish multiple tasks in a timely and efficient manner
• Communicates with customers in a professional manner
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

The Hercules Group of Companies

The Hercules Group of Companies is a national leader in industrial lifting, rigging, material handling, and safety solutions, proudly supporting critical industries across Canada. With multiple business units and branch locations coast to coast, we deliver high-quality products, certified inspections, specialized training, and reliable field services to keep our customers safe and productive. Our teams work collaboratively, innovate constantly, and share a commitment to exceptional service. At Hercules, we invest in our people, promote from within, and provide opportunities for continuous learning and career growth.

As an employer, we focus on continually enhancing the skills and capabilities of our employees and pride ourselves for building and improving upon our cultures of safety and dedicated customer service.

Please note

Successful candidates will be required to pass a criminal background check; drivers abstract and reference checks as a condition of employment.