The Hunter for Technicians & Leaders - July 2016

In This Issue

Veteran Spotlight: Richard McCulley

7 Top Companies In The Happiest Cities To Work In

Exclusive Opportunities for Orion's Transitioning and Former NCOs and Enlisted Technicians

According to Your Peers

Military Professionals Webinar Series

Upcoming Hiring Conferences

Career Transition Planning and Base Visits

Earn $100 for Every Referral that Finds their Career through Orion

Companies Recently Hiring

Connect with Orion Online

Veteran Spotlight: Richard McCulley

Richard McCulley is a Systems Specialist with Siemens Building Technologies Division in California's San Francisco Bay Area. McCulley joined Siemens in March 2016, and is the 2000th veteran hired by the company since signing on to the White House's Joining Forces initiative in 2011.

In his current role, McCulley is responsible for configuring building automation systems for Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) technology. This involves not only configuring air handlers and HVAC units, but also troubleshooting to correct and prevent communications issues between the control system and equipment. McCulley uses computers to run tests for system configuration and user interfaces, and then works with the physical equipment to address issues or provide needed updates.

With a family history of military service, McCulley served eight years in the military: four in the Navy as a damage controlman, and four years as a signal support systems specialist with the Army. During his time in the Navy, McCulley served aboard the Aircraft Carrier John C. Stennis, including a nine-month western pacific tour aboard the ship. He transferred into the Army where he became a signal support systems specialist and was deployed to Iraq in 2009-2010.

After completing his military service in 2012, McCulley used his GI Bill benefits to attend technical school as an HVAC technician, and graduated from WyoTech in Sacramento in the fall of 2013. He was hired by a data center as an electrical apprentice in March 2014.

In February 2016, McCulley interviewed with Siemens at an Orion Hiring Conference. Less than a month later, McCulley was on the job with Siemens!

Although McCulley was initially concerned that he did not meet all the technical requirements for the job, Siemens appreciated his experience and is currently providing on-the-job training to make up for any skills gaps. He has spent time with the different teams with which he will interface, and has shadowed a senior team member who will serve as a mentor providing hands-on training. McCulley will begin an accelerated building automation specialist training program this summer, which involves a series of weeklong classes with field work between each class. It will take approximately four months to complete the program. After that, ongoing courses will be offered that are tailored to specific work environments.

Orion is so grateful to have had the opportunity to represent Richard McCulley in his career search and we wish him all the best for a rewarding career with Siemens.

7 Top Companies In The Happiest Cities To Work In

Are you thinking about your career after transiting out of the military? According to Forbes and CareerBliss, career happiness can be influenced by the city in which you work.

The CareerBliss data evaluates the key factors which affect work happiness, including: relationship with boss and co-workers, work environment, job resources, compensation, growth opportunities, company culture, company reputation, their daily tasks, and job control over the work that they do on a daily basis. The data accounts for how an employee values each factor, as well as how important that factor is to the employee's overall happiness.

Read more from our From the Battlefield to the Boardroom Blog.

Exclusive Opportunities for Orion's Transitioning and Former NCOs and Enlisted Technicians

To learn more about these careers and see even more opportunities, please visit our Featured Jobs page.

According to Your Peers

"I recently relocated to the D.C. area. I signed up with Orion and was contacted regarding the hiring conference a week after moving. After the initial day of the Hiring Conference, I was scheduled for three positions that I wanted to interview for that Friday. Within three days of the Hiring Conference, Orion had scheduled me for a 2nd interview with Siemens at their campus.

The Hiring Conference is great. I was referred to Orion by two friends who were both hired from these events. The interview prep at the Hiring Conferences are a great tool to have for all interviews after a military career. My Orion recruiter was very direct and gave great advice, he was there to answer any questions I had. Thanks Orion and to all the recruiters!" - Michael Symons, Field Technical Support Specialist

"My recruiter went above and beyond for me. I was able to interview with three companies, of which I was the top choice out of two of them. Now, I currently work on industrial fiber optic laser welders, cutters and cleaners. I had a lot of hands on experience with lasers as a primary part of my MOS in the Marines. However, they were not anywhere near as powerful as the ones I currently work on.

The Marine Corps definitely set me up for success with all the fundamentals on laser theory and operation. Orion went above and beyond for my needs. Every person I was in contact with was nothing but professional, they made you feel like you were in great hands! Orion would be my only recommendation for military professionals looking for a civilian career. Orion- Professional, courteous, and keeps you in the loop for every step along the way. Fantastic organization!" -  Brian Zarzycki, Engineer

"I learned about Orion International through TAPS. My Orion recruiters were great in always calling to see if I was still in the market for a job and took the time to understand what I was looking for. Thanks Orion for always meeting my needs! " - Caitlin Timm, Inplant Ink Technician

Read more testimonials from your fellow Military Technicians and Leaders here.

Military Professionals Webinar Series

Whether you have two years or two weeks before your transition from Active Duty, there are many steps you can take prior to your separation date that will position you for success as you prepare to transition into the civilian workforce.

Orion invites you to begin planning for your transition by attending our webinar series. We offer webinars on a variety of topics all designed to help you get started on the first steps in preparing for your transition.

In addition, we'd like to invite you to register for our upcoming webinars:

LinkedIn for Military Professionals

Negotiating Your Salary for Military Professionals

Using Social Media in Your Job Search

Upcoming Hiring Conferences

If you will be separating from the military and preparing to begin your civilian career within the next 90 days, be sure to attend one of our hiring conferences. After a full day of preparation, you'll interview with hiring managers for only those positions that are a match with your needs and preferences.

Click on any of the conference dates to request more information on the conference you'd like to attend!

Northeast

Norfolk, VA July 10-11

Parsippany, NJ July 17-18

Hampton, VA August 7-8

Philadelphia, PA August 28-29

Midwest

Columbus, OH July 10-11

Chicago, IL August 28-29

West

San Diego, CA July 17-18

Seattle, WA August 4-5

San Diego, CA August 28-29

South Central

Dallas, TX August 4-5

Denver, CO August 25-26

Southeast

Atlanta, GA July 25-26

Jacksonville, FL August 22-23

Career Transition Planning and Base Visits

When our Recruiters visit a location near you, it's a chance to get a jump start on your career search, regardless of your ETS date. Our Recruiters will discuss your goals and preferences with you and present a realistic picture of what to expect in your search. You'll get resume advice, interview preparation tips, and much more! Click here or on any of the base visits to receive more information about the base visit you are interested in attending.

Earn $100 for Every Referral that Finds their Career through Orion

Did you know that Orion candidates have earned $24,600 in referral bonuses in 2016?

For every job seeker you refer to us who is subsequently placed by Orion, we will give you a $100 gift card to a retailer of your choice!

It's simple - just click here to refer a friend. 30 seconds of your time could be $100 in your pocket!

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