Elevator Modernization Field Lead

Schindler Elevator Corporation (U.S.); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 102,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Medical dental vision

Vacation & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Development opportunities

Job summary

Schindler Elevator Corporation in Dallas, TX seeks a Field Superintendent for Modernization to oversee elevator modernization projects, manage field technicians, and ensure safety, schedule, quality, and cost controls across multiple sites. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in technical leadership or elevator industry experience and a bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Strong communication, organizational skills, and ability to coordinate cross-functional teams are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technical leadership experience or elevator industry experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent in relevant work experience in the elevator industry or related field
• Strong problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills; ability to manage sensitive employee relations with proven leadership skills
• Proficiency in MS Office suite
• Strong organizational skills and experience managing tradespeople
• Flexibility to be on-call as needed
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Prior Project Management skills preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage field technicians across multiple modernization projects, ensuring schedule, budget, and safety compliance.
• Coordinate project scheduling, material procurement, and field logistics for timely completion.
• Track project progress and labor allocation to maximize efficiency and profitability.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, project management, and service teams to deliver high-quality results.
• Manage project documentation including invoicing, change orders, and financial forecasting.
• Maintain positive relationships with union representatives and support staffing needs, including hiring and disciplinary actions.
• Provide coaching, training, and support to technicians to build skills and improve performance.
• Organize scheduling, material ordering, and coordination of inspections to optimize workflows.
• Foster a collaborative team environment with transparent communication.

Skills

Technical leadership

Elevator industry exp

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Organizational skills

On-call flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent in relevant work experience in the elevator industry or related field

Job description

Schindler Elevator Corporation in Dallas, TX seeks a Field Superintendent for Modernization to oversee elevator modernization projects, manage field technicians, and ensure safety, schedule, quality, and cost controls across multiple sites. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in technical leadership or elevator industry experience and a bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Strong communication, organizational skills, and ability to coordinate cross-functional teams are essential.