GRIT Team & Events Manager

NOW HIRING: GRIT TEAM & EVENTS MANAGER

Monday–Friday | 8:00AM–4:30PM | On-site in Douglassville, PA

Are you energized by building culture, leading people, and creating meaningful experiences that bring teams together? American Crane & Equipment Corporation (ACECO) is seeking a GRIT Team & Events Manager to lead the coordination and execution of company-wide culture, engagement, recognition, and community initiatives. This role serves as the operational leader of ACECO’s GRIT Team, ensuring that programs, events, and initiatives that support Growth, Resilience, Integrity, and Teamwork are executed with consistency, accountability, and impact.

Job Title: GRIT Team & Events Manager

Department: Culture & Engagement Support

Location: 531 Old Swede Road – Douglassville, PA 19518

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00AM–4:30PM | Full-time hours on-site

Compensation: Competitive starting salary based on experience, skills, and market data

What Is the GRIT Team?

The GRIT Team is a cross-functional group of employees dedicated to strengthening ACECO’s culture through employee engagement, wellness, recognition, safety, outreach, and community involvement. The GRIT Team brings ACECO’s values to life by organizing initiatives that support employees, build connection, and reinforce what it means to Work Hard, Have Fun, and Do the Right Thing. The GRIT Team & Events Manager ensures this work happens consistently, professionally, and with measurable impact.

Why Join American Crane? (Check us out on YouTube here)

• Purpose & Impact – Lead culture, engagement, and outreach initiatives that directly impact employees and the community
• People Leadership – Manage and support GRIT committees, volunteers, and event partners
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with HR, Marketing, Facilities, and Leadership
• Values-Driven Culture – Be part of a people-first organization that prioritizes wellness, safety, integrity, and teamwork
• Stability & Growth – Join a company known for long tenure, low turnover, and internal development

What You’ll Do

GRIT Program & Committee Leadership

• Coordinate GRIT Steering Committee and subcommittee meetings, including scheduling, agendas, and documentation
• Support GRIT Chairs and Vice Chairs to ensure progress, communication, and accountability
• Track initiatives, milestones, and outcomes to maintain momentum
• Serve as the operational hub for the GRIT program, continuously improving systems and processes

Events, Culture & Recognition

• Plan, organize, and execute internal and external events in partnership with the Meetings & Events Coordinator
• Oversee GRIT subcommittee initiatives including Wellness, Outreach, Engagement, Safety, and Recognition
• Coordinate town halls, volunteer programs, employee celebrations, and engagement events
• Manage event logistics, budgets, vendors, materials, and timelines
• Oversee employee recognition programs such as Amplify and other engagement initiatives

Internal & External Communication

• Partner with Marketing to share event updates, photos, and stories internally and externally
• Support storytelling that highlights employee engagement, recognition, and outreach efforts
• Ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment in cultural messaging

Administrative & Reporting

• Track and manage budgets related to GRIT programs and events
• Maintain records, photos, metrics, and reports for leadership review
• Prepare presentations, summaries, purchase orders, and documentation as needed

Culture Ambassador

• Model ACECO’s GRIT values in all interactions
• Create a welcoming, inclusive environment for employees, visitors, and partners
• Identify opportunities to strengthen morale, connection, and engagement across departments

What We’re Looking For

Education

• High school diploma or GED (required)
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Event Management, HR, or a related field (preferred)

Skills, Experience & Attributes

• Proven experience coordinating events, programs, committees, or engagement initiatives
• Experience leading, supporting, or coordinating people and volunteer teams
• Strong organizational, planning, and follow-through skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) and project tracking tools
• Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information
• People-focused, collaborative leadership style
• Energized by building culture, connection, and community engagement
• 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 information or technology governed by 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 in accordance with company policy and randomized drug screens during employment
• Ability to meet the posted work schedule and work required hours
• Ability to maintain reliable attendance and punctuality
• Willingness to follow all company safety policies and procedures
• Willingness to complete required safety and compliance training
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to maintain professional conduct aligned with company values and expectations

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION

• Ability to work full-time, on-site Monday–Friday
• Ability to attend and support events outside standard business hours as needed
• Ability to lift, carry, or move event materials up to 25 lbs
• Ability to stand, walk, and move between locations during events

Work Environment

• Primarily office-based role with frequent interaction across departments
• Regular participation in on-site events and activities
• Occasional after-hours or weekend events
• Professional corporate environment with a strong emphasis on collaboration and engagement

READY TO APPLY?

• Submit your application online at Recruitment (adp.com)

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:

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.