Overview

Join our energetic team as an Overhead Crane Technician and become a vital part of maintaining safe, efficient, and reliable overhead crane operations within a manufacturing environment. In this role, you will be responsible for inspecting, repairing, and troubleshooting overhead cranes and related equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards are met. Your expertise will directly contribute to the smooth flow of production processes, supporting operational excellence and safety compliance across the facility.

Duties

- Troubleshoot and repair crane electrical systems, including hoist and trolley motors, VFDs and drives, contactors, brakes, limit switches, pendant and radio remote controls, and conductor bar and festoon systems.
- Perform inspections, preventive maintenance and certifications on overhead cranes and hoists.
- Install new cranes, hoists and runway electrification, and modernize older equipment.
- Respond to breakdown and emergency service calls, including after-hours and weekends when on call.
- Complete daily documentation accurately and on time, using Inspectall for inspection reports and QuickBooks for time tracking.
- Recommend repairs to customers and give input on quotes.




- Work safely and follow lockout/tagout and site safety procedures at every job.
- Travel periodically for service work and training.
- Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

- Preferred 442A (Industrial Electrician) or 309A (Construction & Maintenance Electrician) Certificate of Qualification.
- Experience with overhead cranes and hoists is a strong asset. Industrial maintenance electricians who want to learn the crane trade are encouraged to apply.
- Solid electrical troubleshooting skills: reading schematics, motor controls and 600V three-phase systems.
- Good mechanical aptitude for gearboxes, wire rope, wheels and brakes.
- Ability to work at heights and lift up to 50 lbs.
- A valid Ontario driver's license and clean driving record.
- Clear communication in English, written and verbal, with customers and team members.
- Relevant certifications or experience as an industrial electrician or maintenance technician preferred.
- Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement!

Pay: $48.00-$55.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match

Work Location: In person

📌 Overhead Crane Technician (Oakville)
🏢 Rightway Crane & Manufacturing
📍 Oakville