Field Superintendent - Modernization

Schindler Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully vested 401k match

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

3 weeks’ vacation and sick leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Job summary

A global leader in urban mobility is seeking a Field Superintendent Modernization to oversee installation and modernization projects in Seattle. The ideal candidate will manage field personnel, ensure compliance with quality and safety standards, and possess strong communication and leadership skills. A Bachelor's degree or vocational training is preferred. The role offers competitive benefits including 401k matching, medical plans, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must communicate well, both verbally and in writing.
• Must possess proven leadership skills.
• Ability to interpret customer concerns and mobilize resources.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation and modernization projects.
• Ensure project compliance with quality standards.
• Manage relationships with field personnel and customers.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of elevators and escalators

Education

Bachelor or Associates Degree Preferred

Vocational School

Job description

Overview

Join us as a Field Superintendent Modernization

Location: Seattle, WA, United States
Job ID: 87873

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.

Responsibilities

Field Supt. is responsible for the installation of new construction and modernization projects as well as the servicing and repair of all assigned units to conform to customer and Company requirements as related to quality improvement, safety, cost improvement and customer satisfaction in support of Area objectives. Also responsible for employee selection, training, and safety for all assigned projects.

Essential functions:

• Assure that each installation project meets Area and Company quality standards and meets all contract requirements.
• Monitor job completion check points and implement any required corrective action in order to drive installation performance to Best Demonstrated Practice Model.
• Implement customer and Company requirements for quality, performance reliability and passenger safety for each project under his/her supervision.
• Implement EEO/AA requirement consistent with Area and/or State and Federal requirements.
• 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 assuring 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.
• Advise Area management of competitor activity as related to pricing, performance and manpower.
• Must be able to teach the hourly employees the Company’s methods of quality, productivity and safety. He/she must be able to persuade the hourly field to follow practices and procedures that will foster teamwork and improve quality and productivity. Field Supt. must be able to communicate with and influence business agents, inspectors, etc., in resolving disputes. He/she must be able to demonstrate to customers that they are receiving fair value for their expenditures.

Qualifications

What You Bring

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor or Associates Degree Preferred and/or Vocational School
• Preferred to have working knowledge of elevators and escalators to manage and direct field personnel to meet Area goals. Experience in other related building industries is also a consideration (HVAC, Security, etc.)
• Must have ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing and have proven leadership skills.
• The Field Superintendent must have the necessary skills and experience to interpret customer concerns then mobilize the necessary internal resources in a way that customer satisfaction is assured while cost and Human Resources disruption is minimized.
• The Field Superintendent must be able to make sound judgments as related to motivation, training and work assignments for all employees within his/her responsibility, while, at the same time, adjusting manpower to a minimum level and meeting and/or exceeding customer requirements.

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.

About Schindler

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.

Discover more on our career website.

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