Critical Facilities Engineer - Cohort Q1 Military Talent Programs

Overview

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating data centers across the globe. This program is part of the DoD Skill Bridge initiative, offering transitioning service members hands-on experience in Equinix’s data center operations within the IBX (International Business Exchange) data centers. Interns will support routine and semi-routine tasks related to customer installations, infrastructure maintenance, and service delivery.

Equinix Emerging Talent, Military Program provides service members with transition assistance to the civilian workforce. This program is exclusively for Military Spouse Fellows or Active-duty U.S. military personnel transitioning out of the military to civilian workforce.

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company and operates over 260 data centers globally. Joining our operations team means maintaining critical facilities infrastructure as part of a close-knit team delivering best-in-class service to data center customers. We embrace diversity and are committed to an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values.

We are accepting applications for the Skill Bridge Cohort Class of Q1 2026 supporting the Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer. The training will be at the cutting edge of technology in a digital infrastructure environment. Ideal start dates will be late February through March.

Do you have a background in IT, Networking, Electronics, Electrician, HVAC, or skilled Mechanical trades? Or do you want to learn a new skill or trade? This could be your next career move!

In this DoD Skill Bridge Program with Equinix, you will:

• Learn how your military experience translates into a rewarding civilian career
• Explore a career or industry you might want to pursue upon separation from active duty
• Earn real-world industry qualifications and certifications
• Build experience and competency in your trade/profession with our team
• Expand your professional network of contacts
• Gain familiarity with corporate culture

Data Centers are considered Critical Facilities, meaning we support hospitals, laboratories, and public safety centers. In this role, you will complete repairs, corrective maintenance, and routine installations of critical facility infrastructure. This position is suitable for someone with a background in Electrical/Electrical trades, HVAC, and skilled Mechanical trades seeking a career move.

• Perform site inspections and supervise building and data center alarms
• Perform preventative maintenance on on-site infrastructure or lead vendors
• Undertake repairs and corrective maintenance
• Maintain extensive knowledge of critical infrastructure (UPS, generators, BMS, chillers, life safety systems)
• Complete site logs and data gathering, including basic permits, MOPs, and scripts
• Respond to on-site incidents as needed
• Complete routine work requests and circuit installations
• Provide assistance during critical maintenance activities
• Collaborate within the department and provide recommendations for general maintenance
• Carry out basic infrastructure projects
• Support a 24/7 operation with flexibility to work shifts, respond to emergencies, and fill in as needed

Must meet all eligibility requirements outlined in DoD Instruction 1322.29 and NAVADMIN 222/15. Required

• Technical associate degree, military-technical school, or civilian technical trade school completion
• Education level:
  Working toward a bachelor’s degree or relevant experience with 1-4 years in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Comprehensive knowledge of critical infrastructure (UPS, generator, BMS, chillers, life safety systems)
• Coursework in HVAC design or heat transfer and thermodynamics
• Knowledge of HVAC testing and balancing methodologies
• Knowledge of IT hardware and other data center operations functions
• Good time management, ability to multi-task, and sustain focus on long tasks
• Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas
• Initiative, enthusiasm, eagerness to learn, teamwork, and creativity
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills for evolving environments
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for…