Crane & Hoist Service Technician - Senior Level Experience

NOW HIRING: SENIOR LEVEL CRANE & HOIST SERVICE TECHNICIANS
Field-Based | Local & Traveling Opportunities Available | Multiple U.S. Locations
Join Our Team of Expert Crane & Hoist Service Technicians!
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We are looking for experienced technicians for positions assigned to local areas as follows:
Gadsden, AL
Phoenix, AZ
Fort Pierce, FL
Port St Lucie, FL
Albany, NY
Rochester, NY
Syracuse, NY
Portland, OR
Douglassville, PA
Harrisburg, PA
Lester, PA
Philadelphia, PA
Charleston SC
Surry, VA
We are also hiring Fully Remote Traveling Technicians residing anywhere in the U.S.
Schedule: Full-time | Travel and on-call required based on assignment
Salary: Competitive starting hourly rate | based on skills and experience
Do you thrive in hands-on, technical roles? Are you passionate about keeping heavy-duty machinery running smoothly and safely? American Crane & Equipment Corporation is looking for Crane & Hoist Service Technicians to join our expert team. If you have 5+ years of experience and are eager to take on exciting, independent work across the country, we want to hear from you!
Why Join American Crane? (Check us out on YouTube here)

Field Impact – Your work directly supports customer safety and uptime of critical lifting equipment
Autonomy & Trust – Perform independent field service while supported by a strong internal team
Career Growth – Ongoing technical training and exposure to complex, regulated projects
Travel Opportunities – Work at customer sites across the U.S. with paid travel time and incentives
Stability – Join a company known for long-term employment, low turnover, and technical excellence
What You’ll Do

Travel to customer sites to perform inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs
Service electric overhead cranes and hoists, including mechanical and electrical systems
Troubleshoot and repair 480 VAC / 3-phase electrical systems
Perform work independently while adhering to all safety and quality standards
Participate in an on-call rotation to support customer needs after hours
Communicate clearly with customers, supervisors, and internal teams
Complete accurate service documentation and reports
Represent ACECO professionally at all customer locations
What We’re Looking For Education

High school diploma or GED (required)
Technical or trade certifications preferred
Skills, Experience & Attributes

3+ years of hands-on experience servicing electric overhead cranes and hoists (REQUIRED)
Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including 480 VAC / 3-phase systems
Strong understanding of OSHA safety standards, lockout/tagout, and fall protection
Ability to work independently in the field with minimal supervision
Professional customer-facing communication skills
Strong attention to detail, documentation, and follow-through
Alignment with ACECO’s values: Work Hard, Have Fun, and Do the Right Thing
Requirements

Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
Ability to verify identity and employment authorization (Form I-9)
Eligibility to access information or technology governed by U.S. export control laws (including 10 C.F.R. Part 810, EAR, and/or ITAR), where applicable
Willingness to undergo a background check in accordance with applicable laws
Willingness to undergo a pre-employment drug screen in accordance with company policy and randomize drug screens during employment
Ability to meet the posted work schedule and work required hours
Ability to maintain reliable attendance and punctuality
Willingness to follow all company safety policies and procedures
Willingness to wear appropriate PPE when in or around the shop areas
Willingness to complete required safety and compliance trainings
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to maintain professional conduct aligned with company values and expectations
Additional Requirements For The Position

3+ years of hands-on experience servicing electric overhead cranes and hoists
Strong electrical troubleshooting skills with 480 VAC / 3-phase systems
Ability to work independently in the field with minimal supervision
Strong knowledge of OSHA safety standards, lockout/tagout, and fall protection
Ability to travel locally, regionally, and/or nationally as required
Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
Ability to obtain and maintain a REAL ID–compliant driver’s license or valid U.S. Passport
Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear facilities and secure customer sites
Ability to lift 50+ lbs, work at heights, climb ladders, and perform confined space work
Ability to work in industrial environments with exposure to weather, noise, and moving equipment
Strong communication skills and professional customer-facing demeanor
Ability to maintain reliable attendance, punctuality, and accurate service documentation
Work Environment

Field-based work at customer industrial facilities
Regular exposure to cranes, hoists, moving equipment, and energized systems
Work performed at heights, in confined spaces, and in varying weather conditions
Required adherence to all safety protocols and PPE requirements
Locations Hiring:

Gadsden, AL
Phoenix, AZ
Fort Pierce, FL
Port St Lucie, FL
Albany, NY
Rochester, NY
Syracuse, NY
Portland, OR
Douglassville, PA
Harrisburg, PA
Lester, PA
Philadelphia, PA
Charleston SC
Surry, VA
We are also hiring Fully Remote Traveling Technicians residing anywhere in the U.S.
What's In It For You?

Competitive salary based on experience, skills, education, market data, etc
Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and life insurance - eligible day 1 of employment - NO WAITING PERIOD
Wellness plan
Tuition reimbursement
Generous paid time off (unused PTO hours roll over each year)
10 company observed holidays - available after 90 days of employment
Paid travel time & per diem based on IRS regulations
Additional pay for working at Nuclear sites
Travel pay incentives
On-call pay incentives
Company provided work vehicle (based on position)
401K retirement plan - available after 6 months of employment
Overtime opportunities - 1.5x base hourly rate for hours worked over 8 in a workday, hours worked on Saturdays. 2x base hourly rate for hours worked on Sundays.
How To Apply

Submit your application online at Recruitment (adp.com) .
All Offers Of Employment Are Contingent Upon

The successful completion of a pre-employment background check, physical examination, and drug screen, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
As a condition of employment, individuals in this role must obtain and maintain a valid REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or identification card or valid U.S. Passport. This requirement supports critical operational functions, including but not limited to: access to secure customer sites, air travel governed by federal regulations, and operation of company-owned vehicles – each of which may be essential to performing job responsibilities. We understand that the availability of REAL ID may vary by state. Accordingly, the company will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals who can demonstrate documented delays or difficulties in obtaining a REAL ID a U.S. Passport.
This position may require access to technology or technical data controlled under U.S. export control laws. Successful candidates for this role must meet eligibility requirements including 10 CFR Part 810, EAR, or ITAR.
American Crane & Equipment Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The company maintains and observes employment policies that do not discriminate against any person because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability, age, ancestry and any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. This applies to recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, overtime, job classifications, work assignments, promotions, demotions, layoffs, terminations, transfers, and all other conditions of employment.
The pay for this position is dependent on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data, and other relevant factors.
American Crane & Equipment Corporation offers a wide array of comprehensive benefit programs and services including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts to our benefits-eligible employees. Additional benefits include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid time off, paid holidays, and disability coverage. Some benefits offerings are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.
NOTE: American Crane & Equipment Corporation is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at American Crane & Equipment Corporation without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of American Crane & Equipment Corporation, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by American Crane & Equipment Corporation as a result of the referral or through other means.