Schindler Elevator Corporation

Field Superintendent - Service

Schindler Elevator Corporation$102K — $127K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of technical leadership or elevator industry experience preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in the elevator industry or a related field.
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Proven leadership capabilities in managing teams.
  • Proficient in MS Office suite.
  • Excellent organizational skills and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
  • Flexibility for on-call duties as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee servicing, maintenance, and repair of assigned units to meet quality and safety standards.
  • Lead field technicians and manage effective team dynamics to ensure contract compliance.
  • Coordinate logistics, including scheduling, parts ordering, and payroll verification for profitability.
  • Conduct regular site inspections and perform safety audits to uphold service quality.
  • Educate technicians through training programs to enhance service delivery.
  • Collaborate with sales teams to estimate service orders and communicate with business agents to resolve disputes.
  • Act as a liaison between stakeholders and customers to address operational challenges.

Benefits

  • Fully vested 401k match up to 7% of total eligible compensation.
  • Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective from the first day of hire.
  • Generous PTO policy with 3 weeks vacation that increases with tenure, plus additional sick days and floating holidays.
  • Tuition reimbursement available after 6 months of service.
  • Paid parental leave for 6 weeks following childbirth or adoption at 100% base pay.
  • Numerous development opportunities for professional and leadership growth.
Full Job Description
Location: Albany, NY, United States
Job ID: 89116


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Field Superintendent - Service

Your main responsibilities

As a Field Superintendent of Existing Installations (EI), you will oversee servicing, maintenance and repair of assigned units to meet customer and company standards for quality, safety and cost management. Support area objectives through effective project oversight and employee management.

Operations Management
• Build a safe and effective team environment by leading field technicians to ensure maintenance meets quality standards as well as contract requirements
• Coordinate routes, scheduling, ordering parts and verifying payroll accuracy while assuring profitability
• Partner with Area/Territory Operations Managers with implementation of company & industry best practices to achieve service financial and delivery metrics

Quality and Safety
• Perform regular site inspections to deliver exceptional service, maintenance, warranty and repair offerings.
• Conduct Field Safety Audits at required intervals to ensure technicians understand and follow safe work practices

Employee development, planning & logistics
• Educate technicians on processes, tools and standards through training and performance programs thereby continuously improving service delivery
• Manage logistics and implement preventive maintenance strategies; schedule quarterly customer site visits

Collaboration
• Collaborate with the local sales team to estimate service orders; Maintain relationships with local IUEC business agents and communicate effectively to resolve disputes.
• Partner with New Installation and Modernization Project Managers during contract conversions to ensure customer satisfaction

Problem Solving
• Act as a liaison between internal stakeholders and customer to investigate, resolve and address any operational challenges that may arise.

What you will learn
• Enhance knowledge of Schindler's products and industry standards through onboarding training focused on service and maintenance.
• Build leadership skills by fostering a collaborative team environment focused on safety, efficiency, and strong processes with regular interactions and shared problem-solving.
• Gain expertise in supervising customer accounts while navigating industry regulations
• Strengthen business acumen by mastering P&L financial management while leveraging Power BI dashboards to make informed, data-driven decisions
• Acquire in-depth knowledge of elevator/escalator systems by shadowing experienced technicians on-site

What you bring
• 5+ years of technical leadership experience or elevator industry experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in relevant work experience in the elevator industry or related field
• 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

Base Salary $102,200 - $127,700

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.


About Schindler Elevator Corporation

Schindler Elevator Corporation is a subsidiary of the Schindler Group, a Swiss multinational company that specializes in the manufacture, installation, and maintenance of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways. Schindler Elevator Corporation is headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, and has operations in over 100 countries. The company's products are used in a variety of settings, including commercial buildings, airports, hospitals, and residential buildings. Schindler Elevator Corporation is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including the use of energy-efficient products and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
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