CRANE & HOIST SERVICE TECHNICIAN - GADSDEN AL SERVICE AREA

Pay: $26.00 - $50.00+/hour | Full-time

Location: Gadsden, Alabama Service AreaThis is a field-based position, so technicians are primarily dispatched from their local area or home rather than reporting to an ACECO branch each day. Candidates who live outside the 30-mile Gadsden service radius may still be considered; however, those positions will be classified as travel-based field service roles and will require a greater level of travel based on customer locations, project schedules, and business needs. Travel expectations are based on where you are located. Gadsden-area field service technicians (within approximately 30 miles): Your primary responsibility will be supporting local and regional customers within the Gadsden service area. Periodic overnight or extended travel outside the territory will still be required when customer or business needs require additional field support. Depending on workload and project demands, travel assignments may total up to approximately 3 months within a 12-month period. Travel-based field service technicians (outside the 30-mile Gadsden radius): This is a travel-based field service position. Technicians should expect to travel regularly to customer locations and project sites based on business needs rather than being assigned primarily to the Gadsden local service territory. Travel may include multi-day or extended assignments and will vary throughout the year based on customer demand, outages, installations, and project schedules. Depending on workload and project demands, travel assignments may total up to approximately 9 months within a 12-month period. ACECO covers approved business travel expenses in accordance with company policy, including applicable lodging, airfare, rental vehicles, and other approved expenses. Qualifying overnight assignments also receive the applicable travel premium and $70/day per diem. Local Service Technicians may volunteer to participate in the on-call rotation to support urgent customer needs. On-call participation is voluntary and compensated in accordance with company policy. Two Paths One TeamWe are hiring Crane & Hoist Service Technicians at two experience levels. Whether you're an experienced crane technician ready to step into a high-autonomy field role, or a skilled industrial tradesperson looking to build a career in crane service, we have a place for you. Both experience levels are field-based positions. Candidates located within approximately 30 miles of Gadsden, Alabama will be considered for locally assigned positions supporting the Gadsden service area. Candidates outside the 30-mile radius may be considered for travel-based field service positions supporting customer locations and projects based on business needs. Both structures carry the same expectations around safety, professionalism, technical capability, and accountability. The difference between the Developing and Experienced Technician paths is where you begin technically and what ACECO invests in helping you reach the next level. Developing Technician: $26.00 $38.00/hour Experienced Technician: $33.00 $50.00+/hour Overtime after 8 hours/day or 40 hours/week Saturday = 1.5x base hourly rate Sunday = 2x base hourly rate10 recognized holidays = 2x base hourly rate+$3/hour qualifying overnight travel premium, subject to applicable OT and double-time multipliers+$2/hour qualifying off-shift premium, subject to applicable OT and double-time multipliers+$2/hour flat premium for onsite nuclear work$70/day per diem for qualifying overnight travel Paid travel time in accordance with company policySECTION 1: DEVELOPING CRANE & HOIST SERVICE TECHNICIAN$26.00 $38.00 / hour | Crane Experience Not Required Build Your Career in Crane & Hoist Service Crane experience is not required. If you have experience as an industrial electrician, maintenance technician, electro-mechanical technician, millwright, controls technician, or field service technician, we can provide the crane-specific training and field experience needed to develop you into an independent Crane & Hoist Service Technician. Starting compensation is based on relevant industrial experience, electrical and mechanical capabilities, and demonstrated technical ability.

What Development Looks Like: Progression at ACECO is based on demonstrated capability, not a set timeline. Some technicians develop quickly; others build their skills at a different pace depending on background and experience. Both are fine what matters is continued growth, accountability, and a commitment to getting better. Foundation Complete ACECO safety, compliance, and equipment-specific training Learn ACECO service standards, documentation processes, and customer expectations Begin performing inspections, maintenance, and basic repairs with guidance Build working relationships with senior technicians, supervisors, and customers Demonstrate safe work practices and adherence to all safety protocols Building Independence Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance with increasing independence Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical crane systems with less supervision Develop proficiency with 480 VAC / three-phase electrical systems Build a reputation with customers as reliable, professional, and technically capable Full Independence Independently manage customer service assignments Perform inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs without direct oversight Communica