The Opportunity - Overhead Crane Technician (Journeyperson Electrician)
MM Limited Partnership (MML), a Mikisew Group company, is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Overhead Crane Technician to join our operation at Syncrude Canada Site. MML provides comprehensive Client services in facility maintenance, road and grounds, projects, winterization services and industrial refrigeration services.
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Shift: 7 Days on 7 days off (12 hrs /day)
- Camp Accommodations
- Wage: Per collective agreement/General Presidents Maintenance Agreement (GPMA) Must be willing/able to join the Electricians Union IBEW 424
- We are offering a $500.00 employee referral bonus for this position. Please refer to competition ID# MG-2026-001
This posting will remain open until suitable candidates have been found. We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working with our team.
Purpose & Key Accountabilities
The Technician will focus on the daily operations of crane inspections, repairs, installation and preventive maintenance to ensure all equipment is in regulatory safety compliance.
Responsibilities will include the following:
- Perform crane inspections, repairs, installations and respond to breakdowns
- Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts.
- Inspect hoists, cranes, systems, chain falls and pullers
- Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to determine extent of repairs required
- Test each crane repair for complete functionality.
- Troubleshoot industrial control systems and devices, interpret electrical schematics and code specification.
- Maintains and track assigned company tools.
- Maintain the assigned company truck and submit timely truck inspection reports and drivers logs as required.
- Complete Incident Reports and FLRA’s as required.
Qualifications Education & Experience
- Red Seal Electrician with strong industrial electrical experience
- Strong electrical trouble-shooting skills
- Strong hydraulic and mechanical skills
- A valid driver’s license and clean driving abstract
- This position requires working at heights, standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, balancing, kneeling and crawling
- Overhead Crane Experience Min Of 6,000 Hours Experience
- VFD Trouble Shooting Experience A Plus
- Trouble Shooting Of Control Circuits Experience
- Overhead Crane Training.
- Rigging, Manlift, Harness Training Experience.
- Mechanically Inclined
- Experience with Stahl, Kone, P&H, Demag, Kito, Yale, CM Hoists.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively with clients as well as internally with operational personnel.
- Competent understanding of Company/Client procedures.
- Proven ability to multi-task and efficiently respond to changing priorities.
- Superior organizational and time management skills; ability to meet deadlines.
- Decision-making and problem-solving ability.
Site Required Training
- CSTS/OSSA or BSO equivalent
- Ossa Fall Arrest
- Evaluated Work Platform (EWP)
- Trade Certificate
- 10, 000 hours Crane Experience
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License & Clean Driving Record
- IRATA – Rope Access Training Level 1 (have qualification or be willing to qualify)
About Mikisew Group
Since 1991, Mikisew Group has been a leading Oilsands partner specializing in site services, maintenance, logistics and construction. We foster the responsible development of our land’s resources while powering sustainable economic progress in our communities and beyond. Mikisew Group has been recognized for overall business performance and sustained growth with the prestigious Canada’s Best Managed Companies designation. The 2021 Best Managed program award winners are among the best in class of Canadian-owned and managed companies with revenues more than $25 million, demonstrating leadership in the areas of strategy, capabilities and innovation, culture and commitment, and financials to achieve sustainable growth.
