DoD SkillBridge: Field Technician

Vets2PM • Laurel, MD

9d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a DoD SkillBridge Internship opportunity for active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualify for the program. The internship is hosted by Siemens and provided by Vets2PM LLC. The Field Technician/Specialist role is customer-facing, focusing on diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing HVAC/Building Automation, Fire/Life Safety, or Integrated Security electronic control systems. Interns will also consult with internal teams, document service work, train customers, and recommend system enhancements. The goal is to help customers save energy and money, contributing to a more sustainable environment. This unique opportunity allows military service members to gain hands-on experience with the potential to join Siemens upon successful completion of the internship.

Requirements

• 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 technical support for mechanical, electrical, thermodynamic, hydraulic, mechatronic, 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 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.

Nice To Haves

• U.S. Military experience as an E5 or above preferred (Navy, Air Force, Army, Marines, Coast Guard, Space Force, National Guard, Reserves).
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in demand-side energy services or Certified Energy Manager preferred.
• Familiarity or experience with engineering HVAC, Building Automation, Fire Alarm, or Security systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet with customers to diagnose HVAC/Building Automation, Fire/Life Safety, or Integrated Security electronic control system malfunctions.
• Maintain, repair, or install new equipment and commission systems.
• Consult with internal engineering and management teams for discrepancies or problems.
• Interface with customers by completing service work documentation.
• Assist customers with training instructions for ease-of-use.
• Recommend system enhancements to provide a value-added partner relationship.

Benefits

• Gain hands-on experience during the internship.
• Opportunity to join Siemens upon successful completion of the internship.
• Mentorship and guidance via weekly SkillBridge Intern Zoom Meetings (provided by Vets2PM).
• PM Fundamentals course, Resume writing, LinkedIn optimization, and interview skills course (provided by Vets2PM).
• Other free resources, including an electronic copy of 'How to Speak Civilian Fluently' (provided by Vets2PM).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED