Overhead Crane & Hoist Service Technician (PA or Remote)

About the role

This role is for experienced Crane & Hoist Technicians who can operate in real-world environments where safety, uptime, and technical execution matter. This is not a shop role sitting under constant supervision. This is field service work where you are trusted to diagnose problems, make decisions, and represent ACECO directly with customers.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites to perform inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs
• Service electric overhead cranes and hoists (mechanical and electrical systems)
• Troubleshoot and repair 480 VAC / 3-phase electrical systems
• Perform work independently while adhering to all safety and quality standards
• Communicate clearly with customers, supervisors, and internal teams
• Represent ACECO professionally at all job sites
• Provide clear updates and recommendations based on equipment condition
• Complete accurate service reports and documentation
• Track work performed, findings, and follow-up needs
• Maintain accountability for service quality and reporting accuracy
• Participate in on-call rotation
• Travel locally, regionally, and/or nationally as required
• Support urgent customer needs when necessary

Requirements

• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
• Eligibility to access export-controlled information where applicable
• Willingness to undergo a background check in accordance with applicable laws
• Willingness to undergo a pre-employment drug screen and randomized drug testing during employment
• Ability to meet the posted work schedule and travel requirements
• Willingness to follow all company safety policies and procedures
• Willingness to wear appropriate PPE when required
• Willingness to complete required safety and compliance training
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
• Alignment with ACECO values: Work Hard, Have Fun, and Do the Right Thing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Technical or trade certifications preferred
• 3-5+ years of hands-on experience servicing electric overhead cranes and hoists strongly preferred
• Strong field service experience in industrial environments
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills (480 VAC / 3-phase systems)
• Solid mechanical troubleshooting and repair capability
• Strong understanding of OSHA safety standards, lockout/tagout, and fall protection

Skills & Attributes

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong customer-facing communication skills
• High attention to detail and follow-through
• Reliable, accountable, and self-directed
• Alignment with ACECO values: Work Hard, Have Fun, and Do the Right Thing

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate up to $45/hour+ based on experience, skills, location, and credentials
• Top-performing technicians regularly earn substantially more through overtime, travel pay, premium site incentives, and specialized project work
• Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance available day one
• Generous paid time off with rollover each year
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid travel time and per diem
• Overtime opportunities and premium pay rates
• High-autonomy field role with real responsibility
• Exposure to complex, high-consequence equipment and environments
• Additional compensation for nuclear site work and travel incentives
• Company vehicle provided (based on position)

Pay

Competitive hourly rate up to $45/hour+ based on experience, skills, location, and credentials. Top-performing technicians regularly earn substantially more through overtime, travel pay, premium site incentives, and specialized project work.

Schedule

Full-time | Travel and on-call required based on assignment

Location

Multiple U.S. Locations + Traveling Roles Available

What's in it for you?

• Field Impact – Your work directly affects customer safety and equipment uptime
• Autonomy – Work independently with strong internal support
• Technical Growth – Work on complex industrial and nuclear lifting equipment that many technicians never get exposure to
• Stability – Established company with long-term workforce and strong reputation