Ready for a change? Done with the Fort Mac lifestyle? Bring your electrical skills closer to home with steady work and consistent hours that leave more time for life outside of work. Join our team working on overhead cranes and hoists in a hands-on role with plenty of variety.

Position Summary

Overhead Crane Solutions is looking for a Journeyman Electrician to join our team as an Electrician / Crane Technician.

This role combines electrical troubleshooting with crane inspections, maintenance, and repairs. Work is performed on-site at customer locations, both locally and out of town, with typically one out-of-town trip per month.

You’ll work on a variety of overhead cranes and hoists, diagnose electrical and mechanical issues, and help keep our customers’ equipment operating safely and reliably. If you enjoy solving problems, working with your hands, and taking pride in quality repairs, this could be a great fit.

Key Responsibilities

Crane Inspections, Maintenance & Repairs

- Inspect overhead cranes, hoists, and related equipment for wear, damage, and operational issues
- Perform preventive maintenance and complete electrical and mechanical repairs
- Troubleshoot motors, brakes, controls, variable frequency drives, limit switches, and safety devices
- Inspect and service components such as wire ropes, chains, hooks, wheels, and collector systems
- Install and replace crane components, pendant controls, and radio control systems
- Identify deficiencies and recommend repairs
- Complete inspection reports, service records, and repair documentation
- Track parts and materials used and communicate restocking needs

Safety & Field Work

- Follow company and customer safety requirements, including PPE, lockout procedures, and daily hazard assessments




- Work safely in industrial environments and at heights
- Maintain required safety certifications
- Keep tools, equipment, vehicles, and work areas organized
- Communicate professionally with customers and team members

Qualifications

Required:

- Journeyman Electrician certification
- Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems
- Ability to read electrical drawings and troubleshoot electrical circuits
- Willingness to perform both electrical and mechanical work
- Ability to work at heights and travel to local and out-of-town customer sites

Assets:

- Experience servicing overhead cranes and hoists
- Industrial maintenance or field service experience
- Experience with motors, drives, controls, and three-phase power systems
- Mechanical troubleshooting and repair experience

What We’re Looking For

- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship
- Commitment to safe work practices
- Willingness to learn and develop specialized crane service skills

Additional Details

- All work is performed on-site at customer locations
- Local work and typically one out-of-town trip per month
- Variety of equipment, projects, and customer sites
- Opportunity to develop specialized skills in overhead crane inspections, maintenance, and repair
- Competitive wages based on experience

Crane experience is an asset, but we also welcome skilled industrial electricians looking to move into the crane industry.

Pay: $40.00-$50.00 per hour

Advantages:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Nisku, AB T9E 7M4

📌 Journeyman Electrician / Crane Technician (Nisku)
🏢 Overhead Crane Solutions
📍 Nisku