Junior Crane Service Technician – Electrician

Reel; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group RRSP with employer participation

Full collective insurance

Employee Assistance Program

10 statutory holidays

Minimum 2 weeks of vacation

2 days of Personal Leave

Bonus Program

Tool allowance

Safety boots, PPE

Service vehicle

Job summary

REEL COH Inc. is seeking a Junior Crane Service Technician to join our Stoney Creek team to support Ontario customers. You will inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair overhead lifting equipment on client sites under supervision.

Ideal candidates have electrical or trades training with a hands-on mindset and a willingness to learn crane operations and safety practices in a dynamic field setting.

Qualifications

• Electrical, electromechanical, or mechanical training completed.
• Some industrial maintenance or electrical troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to read electrical/mechanical drawings.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Willingness to travel Ontario and learn on the job.

Responsibilities

• Assist inspections and maintenance of overhead crane equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and electromechanical issues.
• Assist with repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Read drawings with guidance from senior technicians.
• Prepare service reports and document work performed.

Skills

Electrical training

Electromechanical

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting

Team player

Customer service

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Education

Electrical trades training

Tools

Overhead cranes

Job description

Company Description

REEL COH Inc. (Subsidiary of REEL International) is the largest Canadian manufacturer specialized in designing, building, maintain and installing industrial electromechanical material-handling systems for production lines. Over 3,500 employees are contributing to the success of REEL globally, with over 400 employees throughout Canada and USA.

Our products are custom designed to customers’ exacting specifications and requests. The company has built a solid reputation for the quality and robustness of its mechanical designs and builds. Complex Handling and Lifting Systems | REEL COH

Position

With offices in Stoney Creek (ON), Boisbriand (QC) and Saguenay (QC) and Edmonton (AB) we are looking for a Junior Crane Service Technician to join our Stoney Creek team and support our customers throughout Ontario.

Reporting to the Service Manager, the Junior Service Technician will support the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of overhead lifting equipment at customer sites. This is an excellent opportunity for an electrician or skilled tradesperson looking to develop specialized expertise in crane and lifting equipment while working alongside experienced technicians.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with inspections and maintenance of overhead crane and lifting equipment.


• Participate in troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and electromechanical issues.


• Assist with repairs, adjustments, and modifications to equipment as required.


• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings with support from experienced technicians.


• Help identify equipment issues and contribute to determining appropriate corrective actions.


• Perform preventive maintenance activities according to established procedures.


• Support senior technicians during service calls and equipment repairs.


• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, parts used, and work performed.


• Prepare service reports and recommendations for future maintenance or repairs.


• Interact professionally with customers, operators, supervisors, and other tradespeople on site.


• Develop knowledge of crane operation, safety requirements, and maintenance practices.


• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Electrical, electromechanical, or mechanical training, such as an electrician, electrical technician, industrial mechanic, or related trade.


• Some experience in industrial maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, or a related field.


• Experience with overhead cranes or lifting equipment is an asset but not required.


• Ability to read and understand basic electrical and mechanical drawings.


• Good mechanical and electrical aptitude.


• Strong problem-solving and observation skills.


• Ability to learn from experienced technicians and work effectively as part of a team.


• Good communication and customer service skills.


• Initiative, reliability, and a willingness to take on new challenges.


• Valid driver’s license.


• Comfortable working at heights and in industrial environments.


• Ability to work standing or in awkward positions for extended periods.


• Willingness to travel throughout Ontario.


• Safety-conscious mindset.

The position is based on a 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday, with a rotating 24/7 on-call schedule consisting of one week of on-call duty every three weeks. The candidate may also be required to work evenings and weekends, with paid overtime, according to the needs of our clients.

At REEL COH we accept you as you are. We offer a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to citizenship, ethnicity, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.

Compensation and Benefits

REEL COH Inc. offers a highly competitive total compensation package ($24.25 to $30.25 per hour, depending on experience), the possibility of working overtime, and a wide range of benefits.

• Group RRSP with employer participation


• Full collective insurance


• Employee Assistance Program


• 10 statutory holidays


• Minimum 2 weeks of vacation


• 2 days of Personal Leave


• Bonus Program


• Tool allowance, safety boots, PPE


• Service vehicle