Construction Elevator/Hoist Technician

SimsHD; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Day-use company truck

Meal per diem

401(k) with employer match

Health insurance

Paid time off

8 company holidays

Career advancement

Job summary

SimsHD is seeking an experienced Construction Elevator / Hoist Technician to work in Tampa and Miami. Start at $40–$45/hour with a $1,500 sign-on bonus, plus significant OT and double-time opportunities. A day-use company truck and per diem when on out-of-town jobs are included.

Role involves erecting, jumping, servicing, and troubleshooting rack-and-pinion hoists on major Florida projects, with growth into lead technician and leadership roles as we expand our crews.

Qualifications

• Construction hoist experience (required).
• 480V 3-phase electrical experience (required).
• This is not an entry-level position; hands-on hoist and electrical experience are required.

Responsibilities

• Erect, jump and dismantle rack-and-pinion hoists for personnel and materials.
• Troubleshoot and repair 480V 3-phase power, motors, VFDs and controls.
• Inspect, maintain and repair drives, gearboxes, brakes, and limit switches.
• Perform inspections and drop tests per ANSI A10.4 and manufacturer requirements; document results.
• Work with GC superintendents on jumps, tie-ins and service windows to keep sites running.
• Mentor apprentice techs and contribute to leadership development.

Skills

Hoist experience

480V electrical

Job description

Construction Elevator / Hoist Technician

Tampa, FL | Miami, FL

$40–$45/hr to start $1,500+ sign-on bonus Serious OT + double time Day use Company Truck

Florida is going up. Want to be the one running the ride?

Every new tower in Tampa and Miami needs a way to get people and materials to the top, and that’s where you come in. At SimsHD, our Construction Hoist Technicians erect, jump, service and troubleshoot the rack-and-pinion elevators that keep Florida’s biggest job sites moving. Hospitals. High-rises. Massive industrial and aerospace projects. If you’ve ever looked at a skyline and thought “I helped build that,” you’re our kind of person.

We’re growing fast in both markets, and we take care of our people. Join us now and you won’t just get a job. You’ll get a career, with a real shot at leading the crews we add next.

Before you apply: this role is for experienced hoist techs

• Construction hoist experience (required). You’ve erected, jumped, serviced or repaired construction personnel/material hoists (Champion, Alimak, GEDA, Safi or similar).
• 480V 3-phase electrical experience (required). You can troubleshoot 480V three-phase power, motors, motor controls and VFDs from a schematic.

This is not an entry-level position, and applications without hands‑on hoist and 480V 3-phase experience won’t move forward. If that’s you, keep reading. We’ve been looking for you.

What your day looks like

• Erect, jump and dismantle rack-and-pinion personnel and material hoists: mast sections, tie‑ins, landing gates and enclosures
• Troubleshoot and repair 480V 3‑phase power, motors, VFDs, car and landing controls
• Inspect, maintain and repair drives, gearboxes, brakes, rack and pinion, overspeed safety devices and limit switches
• Perform inspections and drop tests per ANSI A10.4 and manufacturer requirements, and document the results
• Work with GC superintendents on jumps, tie‑ins and service windows so the site never stops
• Mentor apprentice techs and share what you know (future leaders start here)

What’s in it for you

• $40–$45/hour to start, based on experience
• $1,500.00 sign‑on bonus to welcome you aboard
• Significant overtime and double‑time opportunities. If you want the hours, they’re here.
• Day-use company truck for work. No wear and tear on your own ride.
• Meal per diem when out-of-town jobs call
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee health insurance coverage employee‑only coverage 100 % company paid
• Paid time off, plus 8 paid company holidays
• A career path, not a dead end. Grow into Lead Technician, Foreman, Trainer and leadership roles as we expand.

More than a job. A career.

SimsHD is growing in Tampa and Miami, and we promote from within. The technicians who join us now are the ones who will lead our crews tomorrow. Bring the skills and the drive, and we’ll give you the training, the opportunities and the support to move up. Your work gets noticed here. Your name gets known here.

Bonus points if you have

• Champion hoist experience or manufacturer hoist training
• Mast climber or elevator trade experience
• NCCCO Rigger or Signalperson certification
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
• Aerial lift, forklift or telehandler certification

You’ll also need

• Comfort working at heights (300+ ft) with fall protection, outdoors in Florida weather
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen

Why SimsHD?

Because we care about our people. We’re a Florida company building Florida’s future: the hospitals, towers and plants our communities will rely on for decades. We’re big enough to keep you busy and growing, and small enough that leadership knows your name. When you win, we win.

SimsHD is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.