HEAVY CRANE TECHNICIAN OR APPRENTICE TECHNICIAN 310T

Regional Crane Rentals Ltd; Ottawa, Outaouais; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle for service calls

Overtime opportunities

Company-paid training

Job summary

Regional Crane Rentals Ltd. is seeking a motivated and skilled 310T Truck and Coach Technician to join our team.

Working alongside our Head Technician, the successful candidate will be responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of our fleet of mobile cranes, boom trucks, heavy trucks, service vehicles, trailers, and support equipment. This position offers an opportunity to work with a diverse fleet of specialized lifting equipment while supporting a company that has

Qualifications

• Valid 310T Truck and Coach Technician Certification.
• 310T Apprentices (Level 2 or Level 3) and 310S Automotive Service Technicians are encouraged to apply.
• Experience working on mobile cranes, boom trucks, heavy trucks, diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and trailers is considered a strong asset.
• Experience with Ford, Freightliner, Kenworth, Peterbilt, Mack, and crane carrier chassis is an asset.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driver's abstract.
• AZ or DZ license is considered a strong asset.
• Strong understanding of electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
• Knowledge of CVSA inspections and annual safety certifications is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and diagnostic information.
• Comfortable using computers, diagnostic software, and electronic service resources.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physically capable of lifting, climbing, kneeling, and working in shop and outdoor environments year-round.
• Must provide own basic hand tools.
• Ability to work 8-hour shifts, with overtime and occasional weekend work as required.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining a high standard of workmanship and safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and inspections on mobile cranes, boom trucks, heavy trucks, trailers, and support vehicles.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
• Respond to field service calls and emergency breakdowns at customer job sites and company locations.
• Conduct annual safety inspections, 90-day crane inspections, and scheduled maintenance in accordance with company policies, manufacturer requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Complete inspection reports, maintenance records, and repair documentation accurately and efficiently.
• Assist with equipment preparation, testing, and commissioning prior to deployment to job sites.
• Work closely with operators, dispatch, and management to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in the shop, yard, and field.
• Follow all company Health & Safety policies, procedures, and industry regulations.

Skills

310T Certification

Apprentice 310T (Level 2/3)

230T? no

Mobile crane experience

Diesel engines

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Pneumatic systems

CVSA inspections

Reading schematics

Diagnostics software

Teamwork

Tools & manual reading

Tools

Ford hardware

Freightliner

Kenworth

Peterbilt

Mack

Job description

Pay: CA$75,000.00 - CA$95,000.00 per year

310T Technician – Regional Crane Rentals Ltd. Position

Summary

Regional Crane Rentals Ltd. is seeking a motivated and skilled 310T Truck and Coach Technician to join our team. Working alongside our Head Technician, the successful candidate will be responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of our fleet of mobile cranes, boom trucks, heavy trucks, service vehicles, trailers, and support equipment.

This position offers an opportunity to work with a diverse fleet of specialized lifting equipment while supporting a company that has proudly served the Ottawa, Gatineau, and surrounding regions since 1972.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and inspections on mobile cranes, boom trucks, heavy trucks, trailers, and support vehicles.


• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.


• Respond to field service calls and emergency breakdowns at customer job sites and company locations.


• Conduct annual safety inspections, 90-day crane inspections, and scheduled maintenance in accordance with company policies, manufacturer requirements, and applicable regulations.


• Complete inspection reports, maintenance records, and repair documentation accurately and efficiently.


• Assist with equipment preparation, testing, and commissioning prior to deployment to job sites.


• Work closely with operators, dispatch, and management to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in the shop, yard, and field.


• Follow all company Health & Safety policies, procedures, and industry regulations.

Position Requirements

• Valid 310T Truck and Coach Technician Certification.


• 310T Apprentices (Level 2 or Level 3) and 310S Automotive Service Technicians are encouraged to apply.


• Experience working on mobile cranes, boom trucks, heavy trucks, diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and trailers is considered a strong asset.


• Experience with Ford, Freightliner, Kenworth, Peterbilt, Mack, and crane carrier chassis is an asset.


• Valid driver's license with a clean driver's abstract.


• AZ or DZ license is considered a strong asset.


• Strong understanding of electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.


• Knowledge of Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) inspections and annual safety certifications is preferred.


• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and diagnostic information.


• Comfortable using computers, diagnostic software, and electronic service resources.


• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and attention to detail.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Physically capable of lifting, climbing, kneeling, and working in shop and outdoor environments year-round.


• Must provide own basic hand tools.


• Ability to work 8-hour shifts, with overtime and occasional weekend work as required.


• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining a high standard of workmanship and safety.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience, qualifications, certifications, and skill level.


• Company Vehicle for Service Calls and Work Hour Requirements. (Possibility to take Home)


• Overtime opportunities.


• Company-paid training and professional development opportunities.


• Work on one of the region's most diverse fleets of mobile cranes and lifting equipment.


• A stable, family-owned company with over 50 years of industry experience.


• Supportive team environment focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.


• Opportunity for a sustainable career path and salary increases based on performance and market factors.


• Heated and Cooled Shop for onsite repairs.

Regional Crane Rentals Ltd. welcomes and thanks all applicants for their interest.