Field Services Superintendent

Trane Technologies; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Company-paid life insurance

Disability coverage

Wellness programs

Virtual healthcare options

Paid time off

Job summary

Stellar Energy Americas Inc. is seeking a Field Services Superintendent to lead field service projects across North America, focusing on planning, safety, and execution.

This role oversees multiple crafts, coordinating start-up, commissioning, and client turnover while maintaining schedule integrity. You will manage site teams, enforce Stellar Energy safety practices, and collaborate with Project Managers to meet milestones and budget targets.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in a technical field or equivalent hands-on experience is required.
• 6–8 years in heavy industrial environments as Superintendent or Lead Foreman.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to obtain OSHA 30-hour certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate field service plans and schedules for multiple EPC-site crafts.
• Ensure safety, quality, and timely completion of site activities.
• Oversee procurement, commissioning, and turnover to client in alignment with project milestones.
• Coordinate with PMs and clients on milestones, start-up, and acceptance criteria.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and field labor efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Self-Motivation

Problem Solving

Education

Associate degree in technical field or equivalent hands-on experience

BS or equivalent experience in construction/commissioning

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Field Services Superintendent

Management

Cedar Rapids, IA, US

Requisition ID: 4393

Field Services Superintendent

Position Type: Full-time, Exempt, Salary

Reports to: Senior Field Services Director

Supervisory Responsibility: Yes

Location: Field Service Site - Travel throughout North America

Company Summary

Stellar Energy is a trusted provider of turnkey liquid-to-chip cooling solutions for the world’s leading data center and industrial manufacturing customers. As computing demand and industrial processes continue to grow, modern facilities require cooling infrastructure that can scale quickly, efficiently, and reliably.

Our modular approach enables high-volume production while maintaining the flexibility to customize each solution. From Central Utility Plants to Coolant Distribution Units, Stellar Energy delivers scalable cooling infrastructure designed to support the rapid expansion of data centers and mission-critical industrial operations.

Backed by deep engineering expertise and large-scale manufacturing capability, Stellar Energy helps customers deploy critical infrastructure faster and with confidence.

Summary Objective

The Field Service Superintendent (FSS) will have experience in proposal development, project controls including: scope of work, schedule creation, procedure writing, and the direction and monitoring of multiple EPC site crafts including rigging, mechanical millwright, pipe fitters, structural fitter / welder, electrical and commissioning. Also have experience with overseeing the safe, timely, and cost-effective installation and startup of manufactured chiller units. The FSS is competent to support site stakeholder interface including client and or client representatives in addition to other contractors employed by the client and /or client representative.

Essential Functions

1. Individual Project / Service Plans
2. Monitor, update, and report, being accountable for overall site project plan, through daily Activities Schedules and the quality, efficiency and timely completion thereof:

• Receiving, equipment install, startup and commissioning, and turnover to client
• Hours for tasks (success and/or failures).
• Site Performance and Acceptance Testing
• Sub-Contractor Management
• Timecard Cost Codes.

1. Monitor and maintain:

• A safe work environment based on Stellar Energy Safety Manual
• Standard Test Procedures
• Standard Operating Procedures
• Standard Work Practices / Work Instruction, work habits

1. Coordinate multiple projects at customer site in coordination with PMs.
2. Coordinate and confirm quality / site acceptance / milestones with PM and client.
3. Proactively seek to identify improved and safer methods of site implementation.
4. Coordinate and monitor Subcontractor start dates, milestones, signoff’s, etc.
5. Monitor materials purchases, tool issuance and consumable usage.
6. Data acquisition and confirmation in accordance with client acceptance requirements.
7. Finalize submissions of all field quality, testing and project required documents.
8. Field Scheduling
9. Create, maintain, and update individual Project Schedules based upon major equipment delivery schedules, personnel and equipment needs for accomplishing associated Site Schedules implementation and startup dates. Submit to Services Manager and Project Manager for review and approval, notify of any/all potential delays or schedule impacts.
10. Confirm site progress, site loading, and monitor individual site team startup and commission progress and resource allocation in startup and commissioning schedule.
11. Monitor and confirm equipment deliveries, quality of equipment condition when delivered, monitor setting of equipment, monitor, and advise according to the Project Manager’s direction. Notify VP and Project Manager of all deviations, delays or potential delays, or issues immediately.
12. Seek to identify improved methods of site receiving, site implementation, startup and commissioning, site training and turnover to the client.
13. Safety / Tools
14. Implement and monitor overall site safety.
15. Maintain daily Job Hazard Analysis / safety meetings.
16. Continual process monitoring for improvements.
17. Monitor site cleanliness through daily site inspection checklist.
18. Monitor and notification for tool certifications, calibrations etc., as necessary.
19. Prepares for ISO 9001 and other audits.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies

• Team Builder / Leadership Attributes
• Self-Starter / Excellent Reliability
• Strong Decision-Making Ability
• High Level of Integrity and ethical conduct
• Problem Solving
• Exceptional Communication Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Time Management

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has supervisory responsibilities.

Work Location

This position will work out of several client sites.

Work Environment

Fast paced, time sensitive, stressful, construction environment where there are no exceptions to the safety and quality requirements. Large amount of decision-making daily with accuracy margins associated. Exciting and ever-changing environment of Lean methodology employed daily. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed inside and outside with uncontrolled weather conditions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Travel

100% travel is expected for this position. Must be able to travel internationally.

Required Education and Experience.

• Associate degree in technical field or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 6 to 8 Years’ experience in Heavy Industrial Environment as Superintendent or Lead Foreman.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook.
• Ability to obtain OSHA 30 Hour Certification.

Preferred Education and Experience

• BS or equivalent experience (8 to 10 years construction or commissioning experience)
• Experience in civil, mechanical, electrical, and controls implementation or a combination thereof.
• Experience in industrial work processes and procedures.

Work Authorization

Must be qualified to work in the United States. Must hold a current US Passport or have ability to obtain.

Benefits Summary

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options; preventive care covered at 100% in-network)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
• 401(k) with company match (100% match up to 3% + 50% match up to 6%)
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage options
• Supplemental benefits including accident, critical illness, and hospital coverage
• Wellness programs, including incentives up to $300 annually and a no-cost weight management program
• Virtual healthcare options, including $0 virtual visits in many cases
• Additional voluntary benefits including legal services and pet insurance
• Competitive PTO plan for exempt and non-exempt employees

Stellar Energy Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Stellar Energy Americas Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.