Field Superintendent - Repair

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

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Medical, Dental & Vision plans

Paid vacation

Sick days

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Schindler Elevator Corporation (U.S.) in Philadelphia, PA, seeks a Field Superintendent - Repair to lead the repair of assigned elevator units, ensure compliance with quality, safety, and customer requirements, and supervise technicians on site.

You will select and develop team members, coordinate service orders with the sales team, sustain high standards, and drive profitability through efficient field operations and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in relevant field is preferred.
• 5+ years of technical leadership experience is preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Ability to effectively manage and resolve sensitive employee relations issues.

Responsibilities

• Repair assigned units to meet customer and Company requirements for quality, safety and satisfaction.
• Lead field technicians and supervise job-site activity while promoting safety.
• Support service, maintenance and repair sales and planning.
• Assist in estimating service orders and coordinating schedules with local sales.
• Develop a team culture focused on quality and continuous improvement.

Skills

Team leadership

Employee relations

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

PC skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in relevant field

Job description

Location: Philadelphia, PA, United States
Job ID: 91395

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.

Field Superintendent - Repair

Your Main Responsibilities

PRIMARY FUNCTION / POSITION OVERVIEW:

Field Supt. is responsible of the repair of all assigned units so as to conform to customer and Company requirements as related to quality improvement, safety, cost improvement and customer satisfaction in support of Region objectives. He is also responsible for employee selection, training and safety for all assigned projects.

Essential Functions

The qualified candidate must be a high-energy self-starter with a strong work ethic. This individual will need to be motivated by a competitive industry and be results, detail and team-oriented. As a Schindler Field Superintendent, the candidate’s role will include providing technical solutions, ensuring workplace safety, supervising technicians and job site activity, and supporting service, maintenance and repair sales. The selected candidate must be an expert at fulfilling customer requirements and maximizing profitability; excellent communication, financial acumen, business development, and management skills will all be critical to success in this role. The Field Superintendent must also have the necessary skills and experience to handle customer concerns, adjust manpower levels according to business needs, and to teach employees the Company’s quality, productivity and safety methodology.

Additional Responsibilities Include

• Build a team environment by leading field technicians
• Manage training and development of field technicians on established processes, tools and standards
• Foster excellent communication among team members while maintaining good working relationships with the local union
• Ensure that service, maintenance and repair offerings meets Company quality and safety standards, as well as all contract requirements.
• Continuously improve service delivery to ensure uniformly efficient and effective service
• Implement customer and Company requirements for quality, performance and passenger security
• Support the local sales team in estimating service orders, scheduling and executing orders, and investigating and resolving customer complaints
• Develop a spirit of teamwork and dedication to quality among all employees
• Participate in Company professional development programs to enhance working knowledge of Elevator Company products, services and procedures

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent in relevant work experience in the elevator industry or other technical field
• 5+ years of technical leadership experience preferred.
• Ability to effectively manage and resolve sensitive employee relations issues
• Solid problem solving and proven negotiating skills, high sense of urgency, strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent PC skills

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.

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.

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.

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.

Any unsolicited application from Recruitment Agencies is deemed to be rejected and does not constitute in any manner an offer from a Recruitment Agency.

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Nearest Major Market: Philadelphia