DoD SkillBridge: Field Technician; Flex Force

DoD Skill Bridge:
Field Technician (Flex Force) (484695)

Skill Bridge Internship | Vets2PM | United States

Posted On 10/08/2025

Job Opening

Business Clients Name Siemens

Job Opening Status In-progress

Building Automation

City Rolling Meadows

State/Province Illinois

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DoD Skill Bridge Internship:
Field Technician (Flex Force) (484695)
Skill Bridge Host Company: SIEMENS
Skill Bridge Provider:
Vets2PM LLC

Location:

Rolling Meadows, IL

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

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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.

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Our Three Main Business Groups that you could be assigned to:

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

Field Technician (Flex Force)

This position may be located in the following cities:
Chicago, Minneapolis or Detroit, and will require a minimum of 50% travel primarily throughout the Midwest. Additionally, the construction sites will open between the hours of 6am - 9am, so the selected candidates have to be available to work between 6am - 6pm (depending on when the job sites open - not expected to work 12hr days).

Responsibilities and learning opportunities include but are not limited to:

• Assisting with commissioning new Distributed Digital Control System on construction sites
  • Commissioning refers to ensuring all systems and components are functioning as required
• Document commissioning details; communicate deficiencies and progress
• Plan work with mentor, Lead Technician, and Team Leader
• Complete commissioning within planned timelines
• Submit accurate time-keeping daily and expenses weekly
• Traveling as needed throughout the Midwest region to include out of state overnight stays

Desired Military Experience, Backgrounds and/or Aptitude, but not limited to:

• Mechanical/Electrical/Electronic Systems
• Nuclear Engineering/Power/Energy & Nuclear Plant Operator
• Satellite/Radar Systems

You’ll make an immediate impactby having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• 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-recognized GED required
• Demonstrated experience and/or applied knowledge/aptitude in the following:
  • Electro-mechanical knowledge/aptitude
  • Technical experience supporting mechanical, electrical, thermodynamic, hydraulic, mechatronic, construction (MEP) or other related systems
  • Experience using Microsoft Office applications
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (verbal & written)
  • Demonstrated ability to interface with customers and collaborate with team members
  • Ability to work…