Job Opportunities Field Superintendent - Modernization
About The Position
The Field Superintendent of Modernization (MOD) oversees elevator modernization projects, managing field technicians and multiple projects to meet customer and company standards for safety, schedule adherence, quality, and cost management. The role supports area and company objectives through effective project oversight, procurement, and employee management. The position leads field operations, coordinates scheduling and materials, tracks progress and labor allocation, and collaborates with sales, engineering, project management, and service teams. It manages project documentation and financial forecasting, supports staffing needs, and maintains relationships with union representatives. The superintendent also promotes safe, high-quality work through inspections, audits, coaching, and training; serves as a primary contact for customers, vendors, and internal teams; and resolves operational challenges. The role offers exposure to elevator modernization processes, industry best practices, leadership and project management, managing diverse teams and project backlogs, and company systems and financial controls.
Requirements
- 5+ years of technical leadership experience or elevator industry experience is preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience in the elevator industry or a related field.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage sensitive employee relations and demonstrated leadership skills.
- Proficiency in the MS Office suite.
- Strong organizational skills and experience managing tradespeople.
- Flexibility to be on-call as needed.
- Adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- Technical leadership experience or elevator industry experience (5+ years preferred).
- Prior project management skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage field technicians across multiple projects, ensuring schedule, budget, and safety requirements are met.
- Coordinate project schedules, material procurement, and field logistics.
- Track project progress and labor allocation to maximize efficiency and profitability.
- Collaborate with sales, engineering, project management, and service teams.
- Manage project documentation, including invoicing, change orders, and financial forecasting.
- Maintain relationships with union representatives and support staffing needs, including hiring and disciplinary actions.
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols and company standards.
- Conduct site inspections and safety audits.
- Coach, train, and support technicians to build skills and improve team performance.
- Coordinate scheduling, material ordering, and inspections to optimize project workflows.
- Foster a collaborative team environment that promotes transparency, trust, and communication.
- Serve as the primary contact for customers, vendors, and internal teams, addressing concerns and resolving issues.
- Work with cross-functional teams to ensure effective execution of modernization projects.
- Communicate with union leadership and internal stakeholders to maintain productive relationships.
- Liaise between internal stakeholders and customers to investigate and resolve operational challenges.
Benefits
- Fully vested 401(k) match, up to 7% of total eligible compensation.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans effective from the first day of hire.
- Three weeks of vacation, increasing with tenure.
- Seven sick days, three floating holidays, and eight company-observed holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement, eligible after six months of service.
- Parental leave at 100% of base pay for six consecutive weeks within the first year of a child’s birth or adoption.
- Development opportunities for professional and leadership growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
