Crane & Hoist Service Technician (OR Area)

American Crane & Equipment Corporation; Hillsboro (OR); Hybrid; USD 33,062 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance available from day one

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Generous paid time off with rollover each year

Paid travel time and per diem

Company vehicle provided (based on position)

Job summary

American Crane Corporation is hiring a Crane & Hoist Service Technician for the Hillsboro and Portland, OR areas. This full-time position involves field-based work where you will diagnose and repair electric overhead cranes while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of relevant experience and strong electrical troubleshooting skills. The company offers competitive hourly rates plus overtime and benefits such as medical insurance from day one.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of hands-on experience servicing electric overhead cranes and hoists strongly preferred.
• Strong field service experience in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites to perform inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Service electric overhead cranes and hoists (mechanical and electrical systems).
• Operate independently while adhering to all safety and quality standards.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting skills (480 VAC / 3-phase systems)

Mechanical troubleshooting and repair capability

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or trade certifications preferred

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Crane & Hoist Service Technician (OR Area)

Full Time Technicians Portland, OR, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1266

Salary Range: $24.00 To $45.00 Hourly

NOW HIRING: CRANE & HOIST SERVICE TECHNICIAN | HILLSBORO, OREGON or PORTLAND, OREGON

Field-Based Technician Role | Hillsboro, Portland, OR Area Coverage with Regional Travel

Compensation: 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

What This Role Really Is

This is a field-based service role—you’ll spend most of your time traveling to customer sites, diagnosing problems, performing repairs, and being accountable for getting equipment safely back into operation with minimal supervision.

Successful technicians in this role are self-directed, safety-focused, mechanically capable, and comfortable operating independently in industrial environments where uptime and customer responsiveness matter.

Who Thrives Here (and Who Doesn’t)

You’ll do well here if you:

• Take ownership of field work and solve problems without being told what to do
• Are comfortable working independently in customer environments
• Communicate clearly and professionally with customers and internal teams

This role is likely not a fit if you:

• Prefer working in a shop or controlled environment
• Need constant direction or supervision
• Struggle with travel, on-call responsibilities, or customer-facing work

What Success Looks Like (First 90 Days)

• Learn ACECO service standards, safety expectations, and documentation processes
• Independently complete inspections, maintenance, and basic repairs
• Build trust with customers through professionalism and technical competence
• Accurately document service work and communicate findings
• Begin handling more complex troubleshooting scenarios independently
• 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

What You’ll Do

Field Service & Technical Work

• 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

Customer Interaction & Communication

• Communicate clearly with customers, supervisors, and internal teams
• Represent ACECO professionally at all job sites
• Provide clear updates and recommendations based on equipment condition

Documentation & Reporting

• Complete accurate service reports and documentation
• Track work performed, findings, and follow-up needs
• Maintain accountability for service quality and reporting accuracy

On-Call & Travel Responsibilities

• Participate in on-call rotation
• Travel locally, regionally, and/or nationally as required
• Support urgent customer needs when necessary

What We’re Looking For

Education

• High school diploma or GED required
• Technical or trade certifications preferred

Experience

• 3-5+ years of hands‑on experience servicing electric overhead cranes and hoists strongly preferred
• Strong field service experience in industrial environments

Technical Skills

• 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
• 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

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 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
• Ability to maintain reliable attendance and punctuality
• 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
• Ability to maintain professional conduct aligned with company expectations

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION

• Ability to travel locally, regionally, and/or nationally up to a total of 3 months within a 12 month span
• Willingness to participate in on-call rotation
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to obtain and maintain a REAL ID or valid U.S. Passport
• Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear facilities and secure 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

Schedule

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

Location

This posting is specifically for the Hillsboro, OR or Portland, OR area

Additional U.S. Locations + Traveling Roles Available

• Phoenix, AZ or Chandler, AZ
• Fort Pierce, FL
• Port St Lucie, FL
• Albany, NY
• Portland, OR or Hillsboro, OR
• Douglassville, PA
• Harrisburg, PA
• Philadelphia, PA
• Charleston SC
• Surry, VA
• We are also hiring Fully Remote Traveling Technicians residing anywhere in the U.S.
• Field-based work at industrial customer sites
• Exposure to cranes, hoists, energized systems, and moving equipment
• Work performed at heights, in confined spaces, and in varying weather conditions
• Strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements

What’s In It For You?

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience and location | 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
• 10 paid company holidays
• 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)

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 or 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.