Critical Facilities Engineer

About the Role

Equinix, the world’s digital infrastructure company®, offers a unique opportunity for transitioning military service members or military spouses through the DoD SkillBridge Program. This program provides hands-on experience in data center operations, supporting routine and semi-routine tasks related to customer installations, infrastructure maintenance, and service delivery within IBX data centers. This is an initiative designed to link warfighters to civilian employment opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform site inspections and supervise building and Data Center alarms.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on on-site infrastructure, such as primary infrastructure.
• Undertake repairs and corrective maintenance.
• Complete site logs and data gathering.
• Issue basic permits, such as MOPs and scripts.
• Respond to on-site incidents as needed.
• Complete routine work requests and circuit installations.
• Assist with critical maintenance activities.
• Collaborate within the department and provide recommendations to peers for general maintenance activities.
• Carry out basic infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrate flexibility to work any assigned shift, off-schedule, fill in for colleagues, and respond to emergencies in a 24/7 Operation.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Electrical/Electrician background.
• HVAC background.
• Skilled Mechanical trades background.
• Desire to learn a new skill or trade is also considered.

Qualifications

• Active-duty military member or Military Spouse approved for SkillBridge or MSCAP participation.
• Comprehensive knowledge of critical infrastructure, including UPS, generator, BMS, chillers, and life safety systems.
• Coursework in HVAC design or heat transfer and thermodynamics.
• Knowledge of HVAC testing and balancing methodologies.
• Good time management habits, ability to multi-task, and sustain focus on long tasks.
• Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas.
• Attitude of taking initiative, enthusiasm, eagerness to learn, teamwork, and creativity.
• Ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work, and exceptional organizational skills for evolving environments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for team-based work.
• Presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels.