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Title

Company Name

Date Published

Licensed Accessibility /Elevator Mechanic (Oregon)

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Licensed Elevator Mechanic

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Mar 22

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Austin Elevator Company, LLC

Apr 26

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Servset Elevator Inc.

May 4

SCHAEFER Canada seeking GM

Contact:

Summary of responsibilities:

SCHAEFER Canada is seeking a General Manager to be responsible for operational stability, success and growth of the North American subsidiary of our International Company with headquarters in Germany.

Minimum 7 years elevator industry experience, minimum 3 years senior management/GM experience.

The ideal candidate for this position must be able to:
• Collaborate with internal leaders to optimize their respective departments
• Engage with customers and prospects to grow the business
• Take responsibility for financial planning and control, including profit and loss (P&L)

Summary/Objective
The general manager will direct and coordinate the activities of multiple local departments, including manufacturing, operations and sales thereby working towards achieving overall organizational goals by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate managers:

Essential Functions

• Participates in formulating and administering company policies, directing and coordinating all divisional department activities to develop and implement long-range goals and objectives to meet business and profitability growth objectives.
• Reviews analyses of activities, costs, operations and forecast data to determine department or division progress toward stated goals and objectives.
• Confers with head office and other administrative personnel to review achievements and discuss required changes in goals or objectives resulting from current status and conditions.
• Develops, reviews, updates and implements business strategic planning, including sales, financial performance and new product development.
• Oversees manufacturing and materials departments to review production and operating reports and resolve operational, manufacturing and facility problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays and to meet future growth.
• Oversees key projects, processes and performance reports, data and analysis.
• Reviews and supports engineering and sales to oversee design concepts with fundamental or new technology used for new or existing products or improvement to provide cost reduction, safety, customer requirements and market growth.
• Reviews operations and plans to meet requirements for sales planning and to ascertain manufacturing or outsourcing requirements to develop new markets.
• Reviews and approves preparation of accounting analysis for budgetary planning and implementation, production efficiency, financial reporting, budgetary planning and submittal for capital expenditures.
• Actively leads and participates in sales and marketing activities including conferences, customer meetings and sales process management

Competencies

• Business Acumen.
• Communication Proficiency.
• Manufacturing Process Management.
• Sales Management.
• Problem Solving/Analysis.
• Project Management.
• Strategic Thinking.

Supervisory Responsibility

This role manages and directs staff in sales, engineering, quality, materials, manufacturing and human resources. The role is responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of direct reports and for carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. This includes management recruitment, training, reviews and terminations of staff.

Work Environment

The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to the manufacturing areas that require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection. For the most part the employee will be exposed to ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment.

Position and Salary

• This is a full-time position
• Salary is commensurate with experience
• Benefits package is available

Travel

Occasional local travel is expected with this position. The applicant must hold a valid passport and be able to legally travel in Canada, the US and Europe.

Education and Experience

• Business Degree (MBA preferred)
• GM or similar position experience: 3+ years

Language

• German language proficiency or familiarity is an asset

Work Authorization

Applicant must be legally permitted to work in Canada.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

About Schaefer

SCHAEFER is a well-established and consistently growing company in the elevator pushbutton industry that currently employs approximately 200 people worldwide. The North American subsidiary, located in beautiful Vancouver, Canada, operates as a satellite office with a growing staff of approximately 15.

At SCHAEFER we design, engineer and manufacture in-house because we are driven to be the best in everything we do. Our innovative German engineering sets our company apart and our unique designs provide a significant competitive advantage.

Industry leadership is our goal. To us that means offering “one-of-a-kind” products, outstanding service performance and ongoing creativity. It also means continuous innovation, excellent product quality and superior customer relations. We are proud that SCHAEFER has delivered on these leadership goals for 50 years! For more information about the company, please visit our website at https://www.ws-schaefer.de

Apply for this opportunity
Please submit your CV and cover letter in PDF format to: SchaeferCanadaCareers@gmail.com

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Schaefer GmbH

May 30

Country Sales Manager

Contact: info@blain.de

Summary of responsibilities:

Blain Hydraulics is seeking a country sales manager to be responsible for expanding our North American Sales.

5+ years’ experience in hydraulic elevator industry.

The ideal candidate for this position must be able to:
• Collaborate with our company headquarter in Germany and subsidiaries worldwide.
• Engage with existing customers and acquire new accounts to enlarge our footprint.
• Provide after sales support and technical product training.
• Collect customers feedback, do market research and help new customers in developing quality products using Blain valves.
• Identify objectives, strategies and action plans to improve short- and long-term sales and earnings.
• Establish, maintain and expand the customer base.

Competencies
• Business acumen.
• Communication proficiency.
• Sales management.
• Problem solving/analysis.
• Strategic thinking.

Position and Salary
• This is a full-time position
• Salary is negotiable

Travel
Travel is expected with this position

Education and Experience
• A degree in Mechanical Engineering and Business management (marketing): MBA preferred.
• 3+ years B2B experience in the elevator industry.

About Blain Hydraulics
With more than a third of the global market share and a footprint in more 75 countries, Blain is the largest manufacturer of flow control valves for the hydraulic elevator industry. Since 1970 Blain Hydraulics has specialized in the design and manufacture of the finest and safest control valves for hydraulic elevators. With over half a million valves in operation worldwide, we are a market leader offering a wide spectrum of accessories and solutions for the elevator industry. Each elevator valve is adjusted and shipped as per our customer’s requirement. Adjustment on-site is rarely necessary. From our modern manufacturing set up
in Heilbronn, Germany; high quality products are manufactured, meeting industry standards including CSA, EN-81. With wide ranging applications, Blain valves reliably operate hydraulic elevators at wellknown places worldwide not just on land but on off shore installations as well.

For more information about the company, please visit our website at https://www.blain.de

Apply for this opportunity
Please send your CV with cover letter in PDF format to: info@blain.de

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Blain Hydraulics GmbH

Aug 30

Certified Elevator Mechanic

Contact: Corrie

Summary of responsibilities:

Attention Elevator Mechanics! This is NOT your typical ad because we are NOT your typical company. Vertical Options is a place where you are not just a number. Check us out!!

Discover and experience our unique and one-of-a-kind working environment. We believe this is how a workplace should be! Just ask our employees - they love it here!

Due to our company's incredible growth with exciting upcoming opportunities just around the corner, we are now looking for an additional highly skilled elevator mechanic who is a hard worker, reliable, has excellent integrity, team focused, and has a positive attitude. It is important that the mechanic we hire desires and appreciates being a part of a wonderful team that cares.

Our company proudly offers a competitive wage and benefit package as you will see below.

Our excellent wages and benefits are very important; however, we feel that our value, as a company, greatly lies in our character and unique environment. You will find us to be genuine, caring, and a refreshing change from what you may be accustomed to.

Ask yourself:

How would I like to work for a company who genuinely cares about me and my family? We are a family here! The owners and employees truly care about one another.
How would I like having the security of not being laid off? We understand the financial challenges that result from being laid off so our goal is to strive to keep our staff employed full-time.
How would I like to be home with my family more and travel less? Our jobs are almost exclusively local. If there poses a need for an out-of-town job, it is usually a brief one.
How would I like to work for a team-focused company? We are so proud to have an amazing group of people here. Our field staff and office staff all work extremely well together!
How would I like to have fun? Yes, we definitely like to have fun! Laughing is required.
How would I like to actually enjoy coming to work each and every day? Many of our staff members have communicated that they have never worked in an environment such as ours. They love it here and plan to stay long-term!
How would I like to be more than just a number? We develop relationships with our employees not only on a professional level but we also foster these relationships on a personal level. We do this by having fun and enjoying company-sponsored rafting trips, potlucks, and Christmas dinners that are not only for you but for your family as well.
How would I like to be proud of the company that I work for? We have the best in the business customer service - hands down! And we attribute our success to this fact. Not only do we care about our employees but we also care about our customers. We provide personal, professional, and superior customer service. This is of utmost importance to us!
How would I like a refreshing change? We understand the challenges that people face when relocating their family. We also know that joining our company can be an opportunity for a new and wonderful journey with lots of great benefits. Such benefits include the opportunity to work for our unique and family oriented company as well as live in a family-focused community. The Pacific Northwest boasts a plethora of outdoor activities that are centered on our beautiful lakes, extraordinary wildlife, nearby ski slopes, and fresh air. Lastly, because we care about the challenges that come with relocating, we will assist you with your relocation costs by providing a $5,000 moving incentive to make the transition easier on you and your family.

We proudly offer the following excellent benefit and wage package:

Paid Vacation Time
Paid Sick Time
Paid Holidays
Medical Coverage - 100% Company Paid (for Employees)
Dental Insurance - Acquired through Company and is Employee sponsored with excellent coverage and a VERY low cost to employee (and family if desired).
Health Savings Accounts
Company Sponsored Retirement Accounts w/ 3% company matching
Company vehicle provided
$5,000 bonus for relocation assistance
Continuing Education Assistance
A Non-Union Environment with No Dues, No Fees
$51/hr with Prevailing Wage opportunities up to $72/hr

Here is what we expect from the selected candidate(s):

MUST have a NEIEP Certificate or CET Certificate (from NAEC)
Have a minimum 5 years of experience in construction, modernization, or service/repair of elevators
Have an enthusiastic attitude
Be a team player
Have a desire to be the best!

We are a locally owned, family ran business. The owners are truly good-hearted people who are a joy to be around. They work very hard for the company, customers, and their employees. They have the utmost integrity and care resulting in satisfied customers and employees who appreciate being a part of their company. If this sounds great and refreshing to you, please call Corrie at (509) 951-6416 from 7:30-4:00 p.m. (PST) M-F. Also, please provide your resume and copies of certificates. We are excited to talk to you!

We are an EEOC Employer and do not discriminate against any qualified applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, status as a veteran, or disability.

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Vertical Options

Sep 6

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