DOD SkillBridge Internship – Building Automation Specialist - Birmingham, AL

DoD SkillBridge Internship – Technician/Specialist – Birmingham, AL

This opportunity is unique to active-duty US Military Service members with formal approval to participate as a SkillBridge Intern in collaboration with Vets2PM's authorized DoD SkillBridge program.

Desired Military Experience, Backgrounds and/or Aptitude:

Civil Engineering (HVAC & Electrician)

Mechanical/Electrical/Electronic/Computer Systems

Automation/Integration Technicians & Specialists

Nuclear Engineering/Power/Energy

Satellite/Radar Systems

Comm Techs

Fire Control Navaids

Submarine Electronics/Computer Techs

Avionics Systems & more!

About our Smart Buildings:

Because we spend 90% of our lives in buildings, they should be perfect places for all we do. Smart buildings enhance the experience. Interacting with people, systems, and ambient elements, they learn from experience and real-time input. Using intelligent control, security, and energy management systems, we help factories and offices better support the industries they house. We help schools, hospitals, data centers, and military bases have a great impact – all while increasing comfort, efficiency, resilience, and safety. Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, responsive, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve peoples’ lives.

>>Lean more about Siemens Smart Buildings

Building Automation: HVAC Controls, Lighting Controls, and Mechanical/Electrical Services

What Technicians/Specialists do for Siemens Smart Infrastructure:  

Technicians/Specialists are the people that (for Service) gather data, troubleshoot, and carries-out critical maintenance and repairs; or (for Solutions) install new equipment, run start-up, and commission systems in our customers’ HVAC/Building Automation, Fire/Life Safety, or Integrated Security systems in large commercial buildings such as hospitals, universities, and military bases. Why is this so important? The Technician/Specialist is the face of Siemens, and your expertise and regular interaction with the customer will help them save energy, money, and create a more sustainable future for our environment. 

Responsibilities:

• 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

Qualifications:

• U.S. Military experience as an E4 or above (Navy, Air Force, Army, Marines, Coast Guard, Space Force, National Guard, Reserves)

• High school diploma or state-recognized GED required; Associates degree preferred
• Electro-mechanical aptitude/knowledge/skills
• Knowledge of Building Automation Controls, Fire/Life Safety or Integrated Security systems preferred
• For positions related to Fire/Life Safety: knowledge of NFPA codes and ability to obtain certification in NICET I is preferred
• Computer and software skills
• Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project experience preferred
• Qualified applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States
• Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license with limited violations

• You must be able to read/understand design and construction documents; work in a variety of environments in and around mechanical equipment, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, and high-lift equipment, working in ducts, above ceilings, and in outside/inside/heat/cold/day/night conditions; use hand tools, laptop, email, smartphone, and tablet; carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted

This position may support Siemens’ customers who require all employees and vendors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 where permitted by applicable law and in accordance with an accommodation based on legally protected reasons. 

Why work for Siemens as a SkillBridge Intern?

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 largest and best-known companies as acknowledged in 2022 by:

Fortune: World's Most Admired Companies

Forbes: America's Best Large Employers, America's Best Employers for Diversity, and Best Employers for New Graduates

Fast Company: Most Innovative Companies and World Changing Ideas Awards

Corporate Equality Index: Best Places to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality

We offer our full-time employees (post-SkillBridge) an excellent benefits/compensation package, growth/learning/development opportunities, and a diverse/inclusive culture where everyone plays their part and makes an impact for our team and our customers.

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