Crane Technician (Fly in / Fly Out)

at  Mikisew Group

MFM Limited Partnership is currently seeking skilled and qualified candidates for the position of Crane Technician (Fly in/Fly out) to join our operation at Kearl Lake. MFM Limited Partnership, a Mikisew Group company, provides comprehensive Client services in vehicle inspection and light duty repair and overhead crane services.
Schedule: 14 days on, 14 days off, 11.50 hours per day. Work is conducted under an Hours of Work Averaging Arrangement (HWAA) - formerly known as a Compressed Work Week.
Work Location: Position will be based at the Kearl Lake facility, located North of Fort McMurray, AB. This is a field position.
This is a Fly In/Fly Out opportunity with camp/accommodations provided. Flights provided from the hub centers of Edmonton, AB and/or Calgary, AB with direct flights to site. Workers are responsible for travel to/from the travel hubs and their residence.
Purpose & Key Accountabilities
Provide comprehensive service for crane/ lifting equipment inspections, repairs, installations as required by the client.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform crane/lifting equipment inspections, repairs, installations and respond to breakdowns
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
• Inspect hoists, cranes, systems, rigging, winches
• 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 Permits and JSA’s as required
• Complete digital inspection reports for all equipment used and inspected
• Working at heights, standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, balancing, kneeling and crawling

Working Conditions
Work in an industrial setting. Some overtime may be required on occasion.

Qualifications

• Overhead Crane Experience Min Of 10,000 Hours Experience
• Journeyman Electrical or Millwright certificate required
• A valid class 5 driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract is MANDATORY
• Able to successfully obtain clearance of a Pre-access Alcohol & Drug Screening test
• Strong electrical trouble-shooting skills
• Strong hydraulic and mechanical skills
• Must have a valid CSTS-2020 or CSO, ESC Wildlife Awareness ( Including Bear Awareness), ESC EWP Certificate, ESC Fall Protection training certificates
• Computer proficiency in Windows, MS Office – Word, Excel, Outlook and smart phone proficiency
• VFD Trouble Shooting experience is an asset
• Troubleshooting of Control Circuits experience
• Overhead Crane, Rigging, Manlift, Harness Training experience
• Experience with Stahl, Kone, P&H, Demag, Kito, Yale, CM Hoists
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with clients and internally with operational personnel
• Proven ability to multi-task and efficiently respond to changing priorities
• Superior organizational and time management skills; ability to meet deadlines

Benefits & Incentives:

• Competitive wage
• Schedule offers work/life balance
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Immediate Group Benefits coverage (including Extended Health coverage, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Disability, Critical Illness)
• Participation in Group Retirement Savings Plan with 5% company matching.

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 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

• Perform crane/lifting equipment inspections, repairs, installations and respond to breakdowns
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
• Inspect hoists, cranes, systems, rigging, winches
• 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 Permits and JSA’s as required
• Complete digital inspection reports for all equipment used and inspected
• Working at heights, standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, balancing, kneeling and crawlin