Field Superintendent - Modernization

Schindler Elevator Corporation (U.S.); Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 113,400 - 141,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully vested 401(k) match up to 7%

Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans

3 weeks’ vacation and sick days

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave with 100% pay for 6 weeks

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A major elevator solutions provider is looking for a Field Superintendent in Seattle to oversee new construction and modernization projects. The ideal candidate should have experience with elevators and escalators, leadership skills, and effective communication abilities. The role offers a competitive salary ranging between $113,400 and $141,700, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, and a 401(k) match. Join a company committed to equity and diversity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate's degree preferred and/or vocational school background.
• Experience in related building industries (HVAC, security, etc.) considered.
• Working knowledge of elevators and escalators preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for installation of new construction and modernization projects.
• Monitor job completion checkpoints and implement corrective actions.
• Manage ongoing project audit program to assure conformance of performance standards.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proven leadership abilities

Ability to interpret customer concerns

Education

Bachelor’s or associate's degree preferred

Tools

Elevators and escalators knowledge

Job description

Field Superintendent Modernization
Location: Seattle, WA, United States
Job ID: 87873
Base Salary: $113,400 - $141,700

Your Main Responsibilities

Field Superintendent is responsible for the installation of new construction and modernization projects, servicing and repair of all assigned units to meet customer and company requirements related to quality, safety, cost, and customer satisfaction. This includes employee selection, training, and safety for all assigned projects.

Essential Functions

• Assure that each installation project meets area and company quality standards and all contract requirements.
• Monitor job completion checkpoints and implement corrective actions to drive installation performance to best demonstrated practice.
• Implement customer and company requirements for quality, performance reliability, and passenger safety under supervision.
• Implement EEO/AA requirements consistent with area and/or state and federal regulations.
• Support sales staff in estimating service orders, scheduling, executing orders, and investigating and resolving customer complaints.
• Manage ongoing project audit program to assure conformance of performance standards for quality, completeness, and safety.
• Develop and implement manpower selection, training, and performance appraisal programs to improve productivity and quality.
• Implement route management strategy to apply preventive maintenance procedures while controlling manpower to minimum level.
• Develop a spirit of teamwork and dedication to quality improvement among all employees.
• Evaluate and initiate requests for tooling that supports productivity improvement.
• Maintain proactive relationships with local IUEC business agent.
• Advise area management of competitor activity related to pricing, performance, and manpower.
• Teach hourly employees the company’s methods of quality, productivity, and safety and persuade them to follow best practices.
• Communicate with and influence business agents, inspectors, etc., to resolve disputes and demonstrate fair value to customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or associate’s degree preferred and/or vocational school background.
• Working knowledge of elevators and escalators preferred; experience in related building industries (HVAC, security, etc.) considered.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and proven leadership abilities.
• Ability to interpret customer concerns and mobilize internal resources to ensure satisfaction while minimizing cost and HR disruption.
• Sound judgment in motivating, training, and assigning work to employees while adjusting manpower to minimum levels and exceeding customer requirements.

Benefits

• Fully vested 401(k) match up to 7% of total eligible compensation.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective from first day of hire.
• 3 weeks’ vacation (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.
• Wide range of professional development opportunities for leadership growth.

Equitable Employment Opportunity

At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practice equity to create equal opportunities for all. 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.