DoD SkillBridge Internship - Technician /Specialist- Detroit/Grand Rapids

DoD SkillBridge Internship – Technician/Specialist – Detroit/Grand Rapids

This opportunity is unique to active-duty US Military Servicemembers with formal approval to participate as a DoD 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 beperfect places for all we do. Smart buildings enhance the experience.Interacting with people, systems, and ambient elements, they learn fromexperience and real-time input. Using intelligent control, security, and energymanagement systems, we help factories and offices better support the industriesthey house. We help schools, hospitals, data centers, and military bases have agreat impact – all while increasing comfort, efficiency, resilience, andsafety. Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, responsive, andresponsible environments. Our aim isn’t just aboutimproving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places thatimprove peoples’ lives.

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

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

What Technicians/Specialists do for Siemens SmartInfrastructure:  

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 commissionsystems in our customers’ HVAC/Building Automation, Fire/Life Safety, orIntegrated Security systems in large commercial buildings such ashospitals, universities, and military bases. Why is this soimportant? The Technician/Specialist is the face of Siemens, andyour expertise and regular interaction with the customer will help them saveenergy, 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 allemployees and vendors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 where permittedby applicable law and in accordance with an accommodation based on legallyprotected reasons. 

Midwest Branch Locations:  

• Chicago, IL (Mount Prospect)
• Milwaukee, WI
• Indianapolis, IN
• Saint Louis, MO
• Bloomington, IL
• Detroit, MI (Plymouth)
• Grand Rapids, MI (Wyoming)
• Kansas City, KS (Lenexa)
• Minneapolis, MN (Shoreview)
• Omaha, NE
• Des Moines, IA (Johnston)
• Cedar Rapids, IA

Why work for Siemens as a SkillBridgeIntern?

You will gain hands-on experience during your internship and willhave the opportunity to join (upon successful completion of the internship) oneof 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 forDiversity, and Best Employers for New Graduates

Fast Company: Most Innovative Companies and WorldChanging Ideas Awards

Corporate Equality Index: Best Places to Workfor LGBTQ+ Equality

We offer our full-time employees (post-SkillBridge) an excellentbenefits/compensation package, growth/learning/development opportunities, and adiverse/inclusive culture where everyone plays their part and makes an impactfor our team and our customers.

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