Posted 2 months ago
Overhead Crane Service Technician
@ Zelus Material Handling
Aylmer, Ontario
Overview
Zelus Material Handling is hiring a full-time Overhead Crane Service Technician to install, repair and maintain overhead cranes, hoists and other material handling equipment in the field. The role requires at least 2 years of experience, a valid driver's licence, and willingness to work overtime. The posting lists competitive wages, a company-matched RRSP and DPSP, and a Health Spending Account.
Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot, inspect and repair overhead cranes and hoists
- Perform installations and preventative maintenance in the field
- Respond to breakdown calls
- Order parts, maintain inventory and keep maintenance reports
Requirements summary:
- Minimum 2 years of experience
- High school diploma; college or technical training completed
- Valid driver's licence in good standing
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work overtime
- Electrical (309A/442A) or mechanical (433A) licence an asset
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-25
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-30
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | overtime |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Client sites, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Electrical 309A, Electrical 442A, Mechanical 433A |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities |
| Education | High school (required), Trade certificate (preferred) |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Paid training |
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Zelus Material Handling
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Full company description
Zelus specializes in designing, manufacturing and servicing of overhead cranes, monorails, hoists and jib cranes of all capacities. Through our customized inspection programs, preventative maintenance and operator training, you can ensure the safety of your employees and reduce repair costs. As a master distributor for R&M Material Handling, CanStahl, Demag and GH Cranes, we have a vast stock of replacement parts on hand, reducing potential down time. We also offer a complete selection of safety equipment and accessories for fall protection systems and install and service overhead doors and dock levelers. In July 2012, Zelus was acquired by Jason and Bryan White. The White Family privately owns Steelway Building Systems, Steelway Material Handling (SMH) and ExSteel Building Components. Since 1976, Steelway has been in the business of manufacturing the highest quality steel buildings, building components and overhead cranes across Canada and around the world. Zelus Material Handling provides unparalleled manufacturing, installation, service, inspection and preventative maintenance programs for overhead cranes.
- LinkedIn followers
- 2,456
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 89
- Reported office locations
- 730 South Service Road, Unit F5, Stoney Creek, Ontario L8E 5S7, CA
- 7825 Springwater Road, Aylmer Ontario, Ontario N5H 2R4, CA
- 790 Redwood Sq, Unit 5, Oakville, Ontario L6L 6N3, CA
- 50 Clearview Dr, Tillsonburg, Ontario N4G 4G8, CA
- Business categories
- Training
- Machinery Manufacturing
- Service Industry
- Mechanical Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Zelus Material Handling
- Zelus Material Handling Inc.
- Specialties
- Overhead Crane Design and Manufacturing
- Overhead Crane Inspection and Service
- Overhead Door Systems
- Overhead Door Service
- Manufacturing
- and Crane Service
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Zelus specializes in designing, manufacturing and servicing of overhead cranes, monorails, hoists and jib cranes of all capacities. Through our customized inspection programs, preventative maintenance and operator training, you can ensure the safety of your employees and reduce repair costs. As a master distributor for R&M Material Handling, CanStahl, Demag and GH Cranes, we have a vast stock of replacement parts…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Industrial Machinery Manufacturing |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Stoney Creek, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2002 |
| Specialties | Overhead Crane Design and ManufacturingOverhead Crane Inspection and ServiceOverhead Door SystemsOverhead Door ServiceManufacturingand Crane Service |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 9 |
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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
This role is responsible for performing the following job functions:
- Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
- Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
- Perform crane inspections, repairs, installations and respond to breakdown calls
- Inspect hoists, cranes, systems, chain falls and pullers
- Display a professional image and work within a team environment to accomplish goals
- Perform other duties as assigned
FUNCTIONAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
- Order parts and maintain inventory
- Keep maintenance reports and documentation
- Welding experience an asset
- Critical thinking skills
- Excellent people and communication skills, both verbal and written
- Current driver's license in good standing
- Lifting up to 50lbs
- Willing to work overtime
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Secondary school diploma or high school equivalent as a minimum
- Completion of college/CEGEP/vocational or technical training
- Minimum 2 years of experience
- Electrical (309a/442a) or Mechanical (433a) License is an asset
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.
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