Field Superintendent - Existing Installation

Schindler Elevator Corporation (U.S.); Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Healthcare plans

Vacation & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Schindler Elevator Corporation (U.S.) in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Field Superintendent for Existing Installation to lead maintenance quality, safety, and project execution on assigned elevators and escalators.

You will supervise a unionized workforce, support sales with service orders, and drive audits, training, and productivity improvements while fostering teamwork. A Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years elevator experience is preferred; MS Office, Lotus Notes, and SAP proficiency are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or 3+ years of technical experience in the elevator industry or related field.
• Experience in installation and service of elevators/escalators preferred.
• Prior supervisory experience with a unionized workforce is preferred.
• Computer proficiency required. Experience in Microsoft Office suite software, Lotus Notes and SAP is preferred.
• Must have ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Ensure maintenance meets Area and Company quality standards and contract requirements.
• Implement customer and Company requirements for quality, performance reliability and passenger safety for each project under his/her supervision.
• Support sales staff in estimating service orders, scheduling and executing orders, and investigating and resolving customer complaints.
• Manage ongoing program of project audit so as to assure conformance of performance standards of quality, completeness and safety.
• Develop and implement program of manpower selection, training and performance appraisal essential to productivity and quality improvement objectives.
• Implement route management strategy in support of ensuring uniform application of preventive maintenance procedures while controlling manpower to minimum level.
• Develop spirit of teamwork and dedication to quality improvement among all employees.
• Evaluate and initiate requests for tooling where such tooling would support productivity improvement.
• Maintain and manage pro‑active relationships with local IUEC business agent.

Skills

Communication

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

3+ years elevator industry experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Lotus Notes

Job description

Location: Sacramento, CA, United States

Job ID: 90772

We Elevate... Quality of urban life. Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you don’t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.

Join us as a

Field Superintendent - Existing Installation

Your Main Responsibilities

Field Superintendent – Existing Installation

Essential Functions

• Ensure that maintenance meets Area and Company quality standards and meets all contract requirements.
• Implement customer and Company requirements for quality, performance reliability and passenger safety for each project under his/her supervision.
• Support sales staff in estimating service orders, scheduling and executing orders, and investigating and resolving customer complaints.
• Manage ongoing program of project audit so as to assure conformance of performance standards of quality, completeness and safety.
• Develop and implement program of manpower selection, training and performance appraisal essential to productivity and quality improvement objectives.
• Implement route management strategy in support of ensuring uniform application of preventive maintenance procedures while controlling manpower to minimum level.
• Develop spirit of teamwork and dedication to quality improvement among all employees.
• Evaluate and initiate requests for tooling where such tooling would support productivity improvement.
• Maintain and manage pro‑active relationships with local IUEC business agent.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree preferred or 3+ years of technical experience in the elevator industry or related field.
• Experience in installation and service of elevators/escalators preferred.
• Prior supervisory experience with a unionized workforce is preferred.
• Computer proficiency required. Experience in Microsoft Office suite software, Lotus Notes and SAP is preferred.
• Must have ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing.

What’s in it for you?

• Fully vested 401k match, up to 7% of total eligible compensation.
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans - Effective from first day of hire.
• 3 weeks’ vacation which increases with tenure, 7 sick days, 3 floating holidays and 8 Company Observed Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement - Eligible after 6 months of service.
• Parental Leave – 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of a child’s birth or adoption.
• A wide range of development opportunities to boost your professional and leadership growth.

Base Salary $113,400 - $141,700

The above represents the typical salary range for this position. Revisions to the range may be considered based on your experience, education, location, demonstrated skills, and alignment with business priorities. Please note that the compensation listed reflects only base salary and does not include commissions or longer‑term incentives.

We Elevate… Your Career. Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler! Our Core Values:

• Safety: Uphold the highest safety standards for all.
• Integrity and Trust: Foster honest, ethical relationships.
• Create Value for the Customer: Deliver innovative, reliable solutions.
• Quality: Ensure excellence in every product and service.
• Commitment to People Development: Nurture our people, they are the heart of our success.

At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practice equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavor that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, color, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health, disability or veteran status.

Nearest Major Market: Sacramento