Tower Crane Technican - Electrician, Millwright

Cropac Equipment Inc; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cropac Equipment Inc. in Abbotsford is seeking an experienced Tower Crane Technician to join our team.

You will install, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair tower cranes and self-erecting cranes at our branch and customer sites, working both in the shop and on jobsites. This role requires climbing at heights, interpreting electrical and hydraulic systems, and responding to breakdowns, with regular travel and occasional after-hours calls.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson or Red Seal certification in a relevant trade.
• 3–5 years of related experience with heavy equipment, tower cranes, or other large lifting systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and hydraulic diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on tower cranes at customer jobsites and in the shop.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic issues involving motors, VFDs, control systems, and related components.
• Complete mechanical maintenance and repairs, including gearbox servicing, slewing-ring lubrication, and cable inspections.
• Assist with the erection, testing, and commissioning of tower cranes at new jobsites.
• Use diagnostic equipment, electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and technical information to identify problems and complete repairs.
• Inspect equipment, document its condition, and recommend repairs or preventive action to reduce downtime.
• Complete service reports and other required documentation in accordance with manufacturer and industry standards.
• Operate company service vehicles and specialized rigging equipment safely and professionally.
• Identify and address hazards associated with working at heights, crane erection, and active construction sites.
• Follow all company, customer, and regulatory safety requirements and maintain clean and secure work areas.
• Respond to urgent "crane down" service calls, including evenings and weekends when required.
• Work professionally with customers, contractors, and other members of the service and erection crews.

Skills

Journeyperson/Red Seal

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading electrical schematics

Reading hydraulic diagrams

Diagnostic equipment usage

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary training in electrical/electromechanical/mechanical systems

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

About Cropac Equipment Inc.

Since 1977, Cropac Equipment Inc. has built a strong reputation as a leader in crane and heavy equipment sales and service by putting people, quality, safety, and customer service first. We invest in skilled employees, hands-on training, and long-term customer relationships to help ensure equipment operates safely and reliably.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for an experienced Tower Crane Technician to join our Abbotsford team. In this hands-on role, you’ll install, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair tower cranes and self-erecting cranes at our branch and customer jobsites.

This position involves complex electrical and mechanical work, regular travel, working at significant heights, and responding to urgent breakdowns. You’ll work independently and as part of a service and erection crew to keep customer equipment safe, reliable, and operating efficiently.

What You’ll Do

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on tower cranes at customer jobsites and in the shop.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic issues involving motors, variable frequency drives, control systems, and related components.
• Complete mechanical maintenance and repairs, including gearbox servicing, slewing-ring lubrication, and cable inspections.
• Assist with the erection, testing, and commissioning of tower cranes at new jobsites.
• Use diagnostic equipment, electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and technical information to identify problems and complete repairs.
• Inspect equipment, document its condition, and recommend repairs or preventive action to reduce downtime.
• Complete service reports and other required documentation in accordance with manufacturer and industry standards.
• Operate company service vehicles and specialized rigging equipment safely and professionally.
• Identify and address hazards associated with working at heights, crane erection, and active construction sites.
• Follow all company, customer, and regulatory safety requirements and maintain clean and secure work areas.
• Respond to urgent "crane down" service calls, including evenings and weekends when required.
• Work professionally with customers, contractors, and other members of the service and erection crews.

What You Bring

• Valid Journeyperson or Red Seal certification as an Electrician, Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, Millwright, or another relevant trade.
• High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary training in electrical, electromechanical, or mechanical systems is preferred.
• Three to five years of related experience working with heavy equipment, tower cranes, or other large lifting systems.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Experience using diagnostic equipment and specialized hand and power tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in safety-sensitive situations.
• Professional communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a crane service, rigging, and erection crew.
• Valid driver’s licence and ability to travel regularly to customer jobsites.
• Availability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends when required.
• Membership in IUOE Local 115, or willingness to become a member, as required under the applicable collective agreement.

Working Conditions

• Regular outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• Frequent climbing and working at significant heights, including on crane masts and booms.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work.
• Regular use of hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and personal protective equipment.
• Regular travel to customer jobsites.
• Strict compliance with fall-protection requirements and all company, customer, and regulatory safety procedures.
• Overtime and after-hours emergency work based on customer and project requirements.

Our Commitment

Cropac Equipment Inc. is committed to fair and inclusive employment practices. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, and the legitimate requirements of the position.

Accommodation is available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process. Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to contact Human Resources so appropriate arrangements can be made.

Cropac may use artificial intelligence-assisted tools to support the review and administration of applications. All employment decisions are reviewed and made by members of our hiring team.

Personal information submitted during the application process will be collected and used for recruitment and employment-related purposes in accordance with applicable privacy legislation.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.