DoD SkillBridge: Field Technician

DoD Skill Bridge Internship:
Field Technician

Skill Bridge Host Company: SIEMENS

Skill Bridge Provider:
Vets2PM LLC

Location:

Chantilly, Virginia

Applicants must be active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualify for the DoD Skill Bridge Program.

Description

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first.

Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you? Transform the everyday with us! Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.

This opportunity is unique to active-duty US Military Service members with formal approval to participate as a Skill Bridge Intern in collaboration with Vets2PM’s authorized DOD Skill Bridge program. You will gain hands‑on experience during your internship and will have the opportunity to join (upon successful completion of the internship) one of the world's leading technology companies.

Curious to see how Siemens recognizes the Military Community?

• Building Automation: HVAC Controls, Lighting Controls, & Mechanical/Electrical Services
• Fire/Life Safety:
  Fire Alarm, Mass/Emergency Communication, and Sprinkler/Suppression
• Security:
  Integrated Surveillance and Access Controls

The Technician/Specialist is the face of Siemens, and your expertise and regular interaction with the customer will help them save energy and money and create a more sustainable future for our environment.

• Meet with the customers (for Service) to diagnose their HVAC/Building Automation, Fire/Life Safety, or Integrated Security electronic control system malfunctions and use your expertise to maintain, repair, or (for solutions) install new equipment; commissioning if needed.
• Consult with our internal engineering and management team for discrepancies in our drawings or as problems arise.
• Interface with the customers: complete the service work documentation, assist them with training instructions needed for future ease‑of‑use, and (most importantly) recommend system enhancements providing a value‑added partner relationship

Civil Engineering (HVAC & Electrician)/ Gas Turbine Electricians Mechanical/Electrical/Electronic Systems Automation/Integration Technicians Nuclear Engineering/Power/Energy & Nuclear Plant Operator Satellite/Radar Systems Comm Techs Fire Control Navaids Submarine Electronics/Computer Techs Avionics Systems & more!

• Only active military personnel will be considered for this internship and program acceptance requires military approval
• Selected candidates will continue to be paid under their current wage/benefits provided by the US Military and will not be paid by Siemens directly throughout internship participation
• High school diploma or state‑recognised GED required
• Demonstrated experience and/or applied knowledge/aptitude in the following:
• Technical experience supporting mechanical, electrical, thermodynamic, hydraulic, mechatronic, or other related systems
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effective (verbal & written)
• Demonstrated ability to interface with customers and collaborate with team members
• Ability to work on‑site and travel locally as needed
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship
• Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license with limited violations

• U.S. Military experience as an E5 or…