Senior Industrial Electrician - 1st Shift

NOW HIRING: ELECTRICIAN III – SENIOR INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN

Monday–Friday | 5:00AM–1:30PM | On-site in Douglassville, PA

Looking for a place where your electrical expertise is trusted, respected, and put to real use? American Crane & Equipment Corporation (ACECO) is seeking a Senior Industrial Electrician (Electrician III) to join our Manufacturing team. This role is designed for a highly skilled individual contributor who takes pride in doing complex electrical work right the first time and enjoys mentoring others through example...not managing from behind a desk. You’ll work on custom, high-consequence crane and hoist systems where precision, safety, and craftsmanship matter every day.

Job Title: Electrician III – Senior Industrial Electrician

Department: Manufacturing

Location: 531 Old Swede Road – Douglassville, PA 19518

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 5:00AM–1:30PM | Full-time hours on-site

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

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

• True Senior IC Role – Be relied on for expertise, not buried in supervision or paperwork
• Challenging Work – Custom crane and hoist systems, not repetitive commodity wiring
• Technical Respect – Your judgment and craftsmanship matter
• Mentorship Without Management – Share knowledge and raise the bar without formal people management
• Stability & Pride – Long-tenured workforce, low turnover, and a culture built on GRIT

What You’ll Do

Advanced Electrical Work

• Perform complex electrical installations on overhead cranes and hoist systems
• Build, wire, and troubleshoot control panels, motors, resistors, push-button stations, and festoon systems
• Bend, thread, and install rigid conduit to meet design and code requirements
• Fabricate and install electrical brackets, supports, and assemblies

Troubleshooting & Problem Solving

• Diagnose and resolve advanced electrical issues efficiently and safely
• Apply deep understanding of electrical theory and real-world troubleshooting techniques
• Partner with Engineering and Manufacturing to resolve design or build challenges

Quality, Safety & Standards

• Ensure all work complies with NEC, OSHA, and company safety standards
• Perform equipment testing and verification prior to release
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas

Technical Leadership (Non-Supervisory)

• Serve as a technical resource for Electrician I & II team members
• Share best practices, coach through complex tasks, and lead by example
• Support production planning by providing realistic estimates and technical input

What We’re Looking For

Education

• High school diploma or GED (required)
• Completion of an electrical apprenticeship or technical training (preferred)

Skills, Experience & Attributes

• 7 years of industrial or heavy equipment electrical experience
• Strong hands-on experience with crane or large equipment electrical systems
• Advanced ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
• Deep working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Proven experience with control panel wiring, rigid conduit installation, and complex electrical assemblies
• Strong troubleshooting skills grounded in real-world application
• Safety-first mindset and high personal workmanship standards
• Willingness to mentor others without formal supervisory responsibility
• Alignment with ACECO values: Work Hard, Have Fun, and Do the Right Thing

Licensing

• State electrician license preferred but not required

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 wear appropriate PPE when in shop areas
• 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 lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
• Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and perform confined space work
• Ability to operate or work around forklifts, aerial lifts, and overhead cranes
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, reach, and work on your feet for extended periods

Work Environment

• Industrial manufacturing environment
• Regular exposure to moving machinery and electrical systems
• Occasional exposure to heat, noise, vibration, and airborne particles
• Required use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

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.

What's In It For You?

At American Crane & Equipment Corporation, we invest in people who want to do meaningful work, grow their skills, and build a long-term career.

The Foundation

• Top-of-range hourly pay based on skill level, certifications, and experience

• Comprehensive 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-observed holidays

• Tuition reimbursement and advanced technical training opportunities

Role-Specific Highlights – Electrician III

• Senior-Level Craft Role – Be recognized as a subject-matter expert in industrial electrical systems

• Complex, High-Skill Work – Lead advanced wiring, control panels, conduit fabrication, and crane electrical systems

• No Forced Management Track – Stay hands-on while influencing standards, quality, and best practices

• Mentorship Without Paperwork – Guide and coach Electrician I & II team members without formal people management responsibilities

• Stable First-Shift Schedule – Consistent weekday hours with premium overtime opportunities

• Pride-in-Work Culture – Build equipment where precision, safety, and craftsmanship matter

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.