Job Opportunities Field Superintendent - Modernization
About The Position
The candidate will be responsible for managing field technicians in the day-to-day operations of elevator modernization projects, including hydraulic, gearless, and geared equipment. This role also includes active participation in field surveys for prospective modernization projects, as well as supporting the preparation of modernization proposals and bids. The individual must be able to define project scope, determine manpower requirements, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. A strong understanding of elevator equipment and parts is required, including the ability to identify and order the appropriate components for each project. Additional responsibilities include: Build a strong team environment by leading and supporting field technicians Manage the training and development of technicians on established processes, tools, and standards Foster clear communication across the team while maintaining strong working relationships with the local union Ensure all modernization projects meet company quality and safety standards, as well as contract requirements Monitor project progress and drive efficiency in execution Implement customer and company requirements related to quality, performance reliability, and passenger safety Support the sales team in estimating modernization bids and assist with investigating and resolving customer concerns Promote a culture of teamwork and commitment to quality across the workforce Participate in company professional development programs to strengthen knowledge of products, services, and processes
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferred OR 3 years of technical experience in the elevator industry or related field.
- Computer proficiency required.
- Ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in installation and service of elevators/escalators preferred.
- Prior supervisory experience with a unionized workforce is preferred.
- Experience in Microsoft Office suite software, Lotus Notes and SAP is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Managing field technicians in the day-to-day operations of elevator modernization projects, including hydraulic, gearless, and geared equipment.
- Active participation in field surveys for prospective modernization projects.
- Supporting the preparation of modernization proposals and bids.
- Defining project scope.
- Determining manpower requirements.
- Ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
- Identifying and ordering appropriate elevator equipment and parts.
- Building a strong team environment by leading and supporting field technicians.
- Managing the training and development of technicians on established processes, tools, and standards.
- Fostering clear communication across the team while maintaining strong working relationships with the local union.
- Ensuring all modernization projects meet company quality and safety standards, as well as contract requirements.
- Monitoring project progress and driving efficiency in execution.
- Implementing customer and company requirements related to quality, performance reliability, and passenger safety.
- Supporting the sales team in estimating modernization bids.
- Assisting with investigating and resolving customer concerns.
- Promoting a culture of teamwork and commitment to quality across the workforce.
- Participating in company professional development programs to strengthen knowledge of products, services, and processes.
Benefits
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
