Maintenance Technician

NOW HIRING: MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Department: Manufacturing

Reports To: Plant Manager

Location: On-site only | 531 Old Swede Road, Douglassville, PA 19518 (No remote work available)

Schedule: Monday-Friday | Full-time | 5:00AM-1:30PM | Overtime as required based on plant schedule

Classification: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on experience, mechanical skills, and market data

Build Your Career with ACECO

We are seeking a Maintenance Technician to help keep our manufacturing operations running safely, reliably, and efficiently.

This role is the backbone of our production environment. When a machine goes down, production stops. When equipment runs well, good product ships on time. The Maintenance Technician is the person who makes the difference between those two outcomes.

We are looking for someone with strong mechanical aptitude who can diagnose problems, fix what's broken, maintain what's working, and keep the facility and equipment in the condition our production teams need to do their jobs.

The right person is hands-on, reliable, and takes pride in keeping things running. You'll work directly with production teams, respond to equipment issues in real time, and perform preventive maintenance that keeps problems from happening in the first place.

You won't get lost here. Your perspective will matter, your judgment will be relied upon, and your impact will be visible across our organization.

What This Role Really Is

This is a hands-on, floor-level maintenance role in an active heavy manufacturing environment.

ACECO builds electric overhead cranes, hoists, and heavy material handling equipment. Our production floor includes welding, machining, fabrication, assembly, painting, and testing operations. The equipment and facility systems that support all of that work need someone who can keep them running - and who can figure out what's wrong when they don't.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing production machinery, mechanical equipment, and facility systems. That means preventive maintenance on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, and production machines. It means troubleshooting mechanical problems using precision measuring instruments, diagrams, manuals, and engineering specs. And it means routine building maintenance to keep the facility safe and operational.

You'll also operate cranes, forklifts, and other material handling equipment as part of the work. This role requires someone who is comfortable climbing ladders, working at heights, performing confined space entry, and lifting or moving objects up to 50 pounds.

Success requires strong mechanical skills, the ability to read drawings and blueprints, attention to detail, and the flexibility to shift priorities when equipment needs change - because in a manufacturing plant, they will.

Who Thrives Here - and Who Does Not

You'll do well here if you:

• Have strong mechanical aptitude and genuinely enjoy fixing things
• Can diagnose problems by observing equipment in operation - listening, watching, measuring
• Take pride in keeping equipment and facilities in good working condition
• Are comfortable reading drawings, blueprints, operations manuals, and manufacturer specifications
• Work well under pressure when a machine goes down and production is waiting
• Understand preventive maintenance is what keeps breakdowns from happening
• Are comfortable working with hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and power tools every day
• Can work independently but communicate well with production teams and leadership
• Take safety seriously - for yourself and for the people working around you
• Show up reliably, on time, and ready to work

This role is likely not a fit if you:

• Prefer desk work or a climate-controlled environment
• Are uncomfortable working at heights, climbing ladders, or performing confined space entry
• Have limited experience with mechanical equipment, tools, and troubleshooting
• Prefer to wait for direction rather than identify and address problems proactively
• Are not comfortable in a heavy manufacturing environment with noise, dust, temperature variation, and moving equipment
• Have difficulty with the physical demands of the role - lifting, bending, climbing, standing for extended periods
• Prefer a set routine with no variation - maintenance priorities can change quickly

What Success Looks Like in the First Year

First 90 Days

• Complete all required safety, compliance, and equipment-specific training
• Build strong working relationships with the Plant Manager, production teams, and fellow maintenance personnel
• Develop a thorough understanding of ACECO's facility layout, production equipment, and maintenance systems
• Learn the preventive maintenance schedule and begin performing routine PM tasks independently
• Become familiar with equipment manuals, diagrams, and engineering specifications for key production machines
• Demonstrate safe work practices and adherence to all safety protocols from day one
• Begin responding to equipment issues and troubleshooting mechanical problems with guidance

Second Quarter

• Perform preventive maintenance independently across a broad range of production machinery and facility systems
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment with increasing independence - engines, motors, pneumatic tools, production machines
• Demonstrate proficiency with precision measuring and testing instruments for diagnosing equipment issues
• Handle routine building maintenance tasks reliably
• Operate cranes, forklifts, and material handling equipment safely and proficiently
• Build a reputation with production teams as someone who responds quickly and fixes things right

Third Quarter

• Operate as a reliable, independent maintenance resource across the plant
• Identify recurring equipment issues and recommend preventive solutions
• Contribute to improving maintenance processes, schedules, or documentation
• Support production teams proactively by identifying equipment concerns before they cause downtime

Fourth Quarter

• Serve as a trusted, go-to maintenance resource for the production floor
• Maintain a strong preventive maintenance track record that contributes to reduced unplanned downtime
• Continue building mechanical skills and knowledge of ACECO's equipment and facility systems
• Demonstrate the personal accountability, reliability, and initiative that define success at ACECO

Why Join ACECO?

Your Work Keeps Production Running

This isn't a role where your contribution is invisible. When equipment runs, product ships. Everyone on the floor knows who made that possible.

Variety Every Day

You'll work on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, production machines, facility systems, and material handling equipment. No two days look exactly the same.

A Real Manufacturing Environment

ACECO builds custom cranes and heavy material handling equipment. You'll maintain the machines that make real, tangible products.

A Business in Growth Mode

ACECO is continuing to invest in people, equipment, technology, capabilities, and operational scale. The work you do will support that growth directly.

Stability and Benefits

Competitive hourly rate, full benefits, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. A place where showing up and doing good work is noticed and valued.

A Team That Has Your Back

You'll work alongside production teams, other maintenance personnel, and leadership who understand that keeping equipment running is what makes everything else possible.

What You'll Do

Equipment Maintenance and Repair

• Maintain and repair production machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, and production machines
• Follow diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications
• Troubleshoot mechanical problems by observing equipment in operation, listening for issues, and using precision measuring and testing instruments
• Locate sources of problems and determine the appropriate corrective action
• Adjust functional parts of equipment using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, straightedges, and other instruments
• Inspect equipment using rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments

Facility Maintenance

• Perform routine building maintenance to keep the facility safe, clean, and operational
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations

Material Handling and Equipment Operation

• Operate cranes, forklifts, and other material handling equipment as needed to support maintenance and production activities

Communication and Support

• Provide mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests from production teams and leadership
• Coordinate with production and other maintenance personnel to prioritize and address equipment needs

Other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

This role requires full-time, on-site availability. Overtime is required based on the manufacturing plant schedule.

Candidates should be located within a reasonable daily commuting distance of:

531 Old Swede Road

Douglassville, PA 19518

If relocation is required, the selected candidate must relocate prior to starting. American Crane & Equipment Corporation does not provide relocation assistance.

Ideal Candidates Should Be Able to Demonstrate the Following:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting ability
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation
• Experience maintaining and repairing mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic equipment
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments
• Understanding of preventive maintenance principles and practices
• Ability to diagnose equipment problems by observation, sound, and measurement
• Safety-first mindset - consistent adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements
• Reliability - dependable attendance, punctuality, and follow-through
• Effective communication with production teams, maintenance personnel, and leadership
• Initiative and ownership - identifies problems and takes appropriate action

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Technical or trade school training in industrial maintenance, mechanical systems, or a related field preferred
• Relevant certifications (electrical, HVAC, welding, forklift, crane operation) are a plus

Experience

• Experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance - maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment
• Knowledge and ability to use machinery, equipment, and tools common in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems
• Experience reading and interpreting drawings, blueprints, and equipment manuals
• Experience operating cranes, forklifts, or other material handling equipment preferred
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on production machinery
• Experience in heavy manufacturing, steel fabrication, or industrial environments is a significant advantage
• Experience with building and facility maintenance

Technical & Mechanical Skills

• Mechanical troubleshooting and repair
• Preventive maintenance planning and execution
• Blueprint and drawing interpretation
• Precision measuring instruments (rulers, calipers, micrometers)
• Hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment
• Engines, motors, and pneumatic systems
• Electrical systems (basic)
• Crane, forklift, and material handling equipment operation
• Welding (basic repair welding is a plus)
• OSHA safety standards and practices

Requirements

• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
• Ability to verify identity and employment authorization through Form I-9
• Eligibility to access information or technology governed by applicable 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 and randomized drug testing during employment; additional screening may be required based on company policy and applicable federal regulations
• Ability to work full-time on-site at ACECO Plant 1 in Douglassville, PA
• Ability to meet the posted work schedule and work overtime as required based on manufacturing plant schedule
• 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 shop areas
• Willingness to complete required safety and compliance training
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation

Work Environment

This role is performed primarily in a manufacturing shop environment with exposure to moving mechanical parts, elevated noise levels, electrical systems, and occasional temperature fluctuations.

The Maintenance Technician may be exposed to dust, fumes, and other airborne particles. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection is required. The technician must adhere to strict safety protocols and follow all OSHA and company regulations.

Occasional work may be performed outdoors or in non-climate-controlled areas depending on project requirements. The role involves close coordination with production teams, engineers, and other shop departments.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift or move objects up to 50 pounds
• Ability to climb access and extension ladders
• Ability to perform confined space entry and work at heights
• Ability to move equipment such as forklifts, aerial lifters, and cranes to position heavy or unwieldy machinery
• Frequent standing, walking, crouching, squatting, bending, kneeling, and reaching with hands and arms
• Use of hands to touch, grip, and grasp with fingers regularly
• Specific vision abilities required include close and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to work a minimum of full-time hours with overtime as required

What's In It for You?

At ACECO, this role offers the opportunity to keep a growing, privately held, custom-engineered manufacturing operation running at its best.

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience and capability
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and paid company holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Hands-on work in a real manufacturing environment - engines, motors, production machines, facility systems
• Variety - no two days look exactly the same
• A team that understands and values the role maintenance plays in production success
• Overtime opportunities based on plant schedule
• Visible impact on production reliability and organizational performance

What to Expect From Our Hiring Process

Every application is reviewed by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We do not rely on automated screening tools.

We encourage applicants to tailor their resume to accurately reflect their maintenance experience, mechanical skills, equipment knowledge, troubleshooting ability, and any relevant certifications or training.

We focus on candidates who demonstrate reliability, mechanical aptitude, safety awareness, professionalism, and attention to detail throughout the application process.

Qualified candidates typically hear from us within a few business days depending on applicant volume.

During the interview process, candidates should be prepared to discuss specific examples involving equipment troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, mechanical repair, working in a manufacturing environment, prioritizing competing maintenance needs, and maintaining safety standards. We will ask follow-up questions to better understand your hands-on experience, problem-solving approach, and work ethic.

Ready to Apply?

We are looking for a maintenance technician who takes pride in keeping equipment running, solves problems hands-on, and understands that reliable maintenance is what makes reliable production possible.

If you want to put your mechanical skills to work inside a growing industrial organization that builds custom, engineered-to-order heavy equipment, we encourage you to apply.

Submit your application online through our Career Center.

Build your career with ACECO.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

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.

This position requires:

• Valid proof of identity and authorization to work in the U.S. (Form I-9)
• Eligibility to access information or technology governed by U.S. export control laws, including 10 C.F.R. Part 810. If government authorization is required for access to controlled technology, employment or start date may be delayed or withdrawn in accordance with applicable law
• Certain positions and projects may require the ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear facilities in compliance with NRC regulations (10 C.F.R. Parts 26 & 73)

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.
Full-time | On-site
Monday-Friday
5:00AM-1:30PM