Field Superintendent- Repair

Schindler Elevator Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 113,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Medical, Dental & Vision plans

Vacation & holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Development opportunities

Job summary

Schindler Elevator Corporation in Chicago seeks a Field Superintendent- Repair to oversee the repair of assigned elevator units, ensuring quality, safety and cost targets. You will lead a technical team, coordinate with customers and internal departments, and drive project oversight in a unionized environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (preferred), 5+ years of technical leadership, and strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of technical leadership experience.
• Prior supervisory experience with a unionized workforce is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement manpower selection, training and performance appraisal to improve productivity and quality.
• Manage scheduling of repairs and parts; track costs, safety training, and vendor issues.
• Support sales in estimating service orders, scheduling, and resolving customer complaints.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

MS Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Adaptability

On-call availability

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Location: Chicago, Suburban,IL,United States
Job ID:92362

We Elevate... Quality of urban life

Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than twobillion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you'll discover meaningful work that enhancesquality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible,inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you don't justbecome part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue ourrich legacy that started back in 1874.

Join us as a

Field Superintendent- Repair

Your main responsibilities

The Field Superintendent of Repair oversees the repair of assigned units in accordance with customer and company standards for quality, safety, and cost management. Supports area objectives through effective project oversight and employee management.

Essential Function

• Develop and implement program of manpower selection, training and performance appraisal essential to productivity and quality improvement objectives. Develop a spirit of teamwork and dedication to quality among all employees. Maintain and manage pro-active relationships with local IUEC business agent.
• Manage the scheduling of and parts ordering for timely repair jobs. Ensure that material and labor costs align with monthly targets. Track safety protocols including training and annual testing requirements. Manage customer billing and coordination with billing department. Enter and open purchase orders, track error status and accrual clean up, and resolve vendor issues.
• Support the local sales team in estimating service orders, scheduling and executing orders, and investigating and resolving customer complaints.
• Assure conformance of performance standards of quality, completeness and safety. Develop expertise in company systems and reporting analytics to effectively manage business.

What you bring

Education

• Bachelor's degree preferred

Experience

• Equivalent in relevant work experience in the elevator industry or other technical field
• 5+years of technical leadership experience preferred
• Prior supervisory experience with a unionized workforce is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage sensitive employee relations issues
• Proven leadership skills
• Proficiency in MS Office suite
• Strong organizational skills
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to be on call as needed

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 and8 Company Observed Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement - Eligible after 6 months of service.
• Parental Leave - 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of achild'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 typicalsalaryrange 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 basesalaryand does not include commissions or longer-term incentives.

Salary range may differ based on the final geographic location of the position.

We Elevate... Your Career

For Questions, please contact Pooja Gupta at [e-mail].

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.

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.