Overhead Crane Service Technician - Apprentice

Our purpose is simple: To enrich the lives of our partners. Zelus is committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products and services available today, and we believe that commitment begins with hiring the best people.

As a member of the service team as a new Zelus family member, you will join a diverse, dynamic group of highly motivated individuals that bring with them a wide array of talents, skills and backgrounds. This role will perform various tasks while working out in the field. Installations, repair service and preventative maintenance including inspections of overhead cranes, hoists and other material handling equipment.

This role is not currently vacant. This job posting is maintained on an ongoing basis to identify qualified candidates for future opportunities.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefits package, including a Health Spending Account
• Company-matched Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Opportunities for training, skill development, and career growth
• Company BBQs, employee appreciation events, and social activities
• A family-friendly work environment that promotes teamwork and work-life balance
• A strong commitment to health, safety, and employee well-being
• And more!
  

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
• Display a professional image and work within a team environment to accomplish goals
• Inspect hoists, cranes, systems, chain falls and pullers
• Order parts and maintain inventory
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation
• Perform crane inspections, repairs, installations and respond to breakdown calls
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts

• Safety Specific:

• • Ensure compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) regulations and company safety policies and procedures
  • Adhere to the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required for the role
  • Participate in safety training, including regular emergency drills
  • Follow all guidelines for the safe operation of tools, machinery, and vehicles
  • Report all incidents, accidents, and near misses immediately
  • Actively look for and report potential hazards in the workplace
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment, free of potential hazards
  • Practice proper ergonomics to prevent strain injuries
  • Adhere to office safety procedures, including emergency evacuation routes, fire drills, and building safety protocols

• Other duties as assigned
  

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Secondary school diploma or high school equivalent as a minimum
• 1 Year of hands on electrical experience
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Welding experience considered an asset
• Critical thinking skills
• Technically Inclined
• Mechanical aptitude
• Excellent people and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Lifting up to 50lbs
• Knowledge and understanding of structural, electrical, and mechanical systems
• Able to work in elevated areas
• Eager to learn
• Available to work overtime as needed

Zelus provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring leader and the Human Resources Manager will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.