What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Superintendent - Modernization position at Schindler?
Location: Allentown, PA, United States
Job ID: 88405
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.
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Field Superintendent - Modernization
Your main responsibilities
The candidate will oversee the day-to-day field operations for elevator modernization projects, including hydraulic, geared, and gearless installations. This role is responsible for managing field technicians, participating in field surveys for prospective modernization work, and supporting the development of project scopes, proposals, and bids. The individual must be able to accurately assess scope of work, manpower requirements, and timelines to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and profitably. A strong working knowledge of elevator equipment and parts is preferred, along with the ability to identify, source, and order the correct components for each phase of a project.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Lead and build a collaborative, high-performing team of field technicians
- Manage training and development in accordance with established processes, tools, and standards
- Promote clear communication while maintaining strong working relationships with local union partners
- Ensure all modernization projects meet Company safety, quality, and contractual requirements
- Monitor job progress, completion, and productivity to drive operational efficiency
- Implement Company and customer standards related to quality, performance reliability, and passenger safety
- Support the sales team with modernization estimates, bids, and resolution of customer concerns
- Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and commitment to quality
- Participate in Company professional development programs to maintain and expand knowledge of products, services, and procedures
What you bring
- Bachelor’s degree preferred or a minimum of three years of technical experience in the elevator industry or a related field
- Experience with elevator and/or escalator installation and service preferred
- Prior supervisory experience managing a unionized workforce preferred
- Strong computer proficiency required; experience with Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes, and SAP preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
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.
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