Skillbridge Commissioning Field Technician

DLB Associates

3d•Remote

About The Position

This Department of Defense SkillBridge opportunity is an entry-level role for current SkillBridge participants, ideally lasting at least 90 days. DLB can accommodate the full 180-day program and may consider shorter durations. The Commissioning Field Technician builds foundational commissioning knowledge while developing greater independence in troubleshooting, testing, and reporting. The role provides technical support inspecting, validating, and functionally testing electrical, mechanical, and control systems. Under immediate supervision and using instructions and established guidelines, the technician takes ownership of assigned testing tasks and develops autonomy, problem-solving skills, and initiative. The position involves working with vendors and project teams and communicating in alignment with organizational goals and departmental objectives. The technician performs on-site inspection, validation, testing, and verification of electrical and mechanical equipment; participates in factory witness testing; observes startup activities; uses technical equipment; performs functional tests; and troubleshoots system components. The role also assists with commissioning plans, checklists, and functional performance test scripts; reviews construction documents, drawings, specifications, shop drawings, submittals, and sequences of operations; supports commissioning-focused design reviews; and prepares progress and final commissioning reports. The position includes using digital and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and work quality, managing personal hours with company tools, and completing assigned deliverables on time and within budget. The role is remote within the United States, with the employee required to live near a major airport. It requires up to 75% domestic travel, potentially to any U.S. state, and may involve international assignments or relocation based on project needs. A valid driver’s license and ability to rent vehicles are required. A REAL ID or acceptable alternative, such as a passport, is required for domestic air travel under the stated federal requirements. Applicants must be current participants in the DoD SkillBridge Program. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, or a related discipline, or at least two years of experience with installation, hands-on testing, validation, and troubleshooting of mechanical, controls, and/or electrical infrastructure. They must be able to obtain NFPA 70E and/or OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certifications as required. The position has physical demands including frequent handling of small parts or tools, stationary work, movement through varied environments and confined spaces, stair and ladder use, occasional positioning under or over equipment, and occasionally moving equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. The program does not provide compensation through DLB. Participants selected for full-time employment with DLB after completing SkillBridge may be eligible for the company’s benefits package. The stated growth pathway is to Technician III, with increased independent work and technical problem-solving responsibilities.

Requirements

Must be a current participant in the Department of Defense SkillBridge Program.
Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and controls system principles.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, or a related discipline, or a minimum of two years’ experience with installation, hands-on testing, validation, and troubleshooting of mechanical, controls, and/or electrical infrastructure.
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams, and strong file-management and organizational skills.
Ability to complete assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to use AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows and operational processes.
Ability to work effectively remotely through communication, organization, self-motivation, proactiveness, and resourcefulness in a distraction-free workspace.
Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports, and correspondence.
Ability to communicate technical and non-technical information effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to work as a team member and independently with supervision.
Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines while managing multiple tasks.
Must be able to obtain NFPA 70E and/or OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certifications as required.
Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to rent vehicles.
Must be located near a major airport.
Must have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative, such as a passport, for domestic air travel as stated in the posting.

Responsibilities

Inspect, validate, test, and verify electrical and mechanical equipment on site.
Participate in factory witness testing and observe startup activities.
Use technical equipment to perform testing and conduct functional testing of equipment and electrical, mechanical, and controls systems.
Troubleshoot system components.
Assist in developing commissioning plans, pre-functional checklists, and functional performance test scripts.
Review shop drawings, submittals, sequences of operations, and other construction-related design documents and specifications.
Assist with commissioning-focused design reviews.
Prepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders and assist with the final commissioning report.
Manage personal work hours using company tools.
Use AI-enabled and digital tools to improve efficiency, reduce manual effort, and support consistent work output.
Identify process improvement opportunities, learn new technologies and methods, and support adoption of evolving digital workflows.
Complete assigned tasks and deliverables on time and on budget.
Follow company and site safety requirements and perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Potential eligibility for a competitive benefits package if hired into full-time employment with DLB after SkillBridge completion.
Choice of comprehensive medical plans, including PPO-style plans and a high-deductible health plan with HSA option.
Health reimbursement account and flexible spending accounts.
Dental and vision plans.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits extended to spouse or domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26.
401(k) with company match and self-directed brokerage account option.
PTO, including additional paid time off during the last week of the year.
Company-paid life insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
Short- and long-term disability and AD&D coverage.
Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and professional licensing assistance.
Paid parental leave after one year of employment.