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Critical Facilities Engineer - Cohort Hiring Q1' 2026 – Military Talent Programs
Entry LevelOn-site
Location
Chicago, IL
Salary
$60k–$92k/yr
Experience
Not specified
Posted
1 month ago
Skills
critical infrastructureupsgeneratorbuilding management systems (bms)chillerslife safety systemshvac designheat transferthermodynamicshvac testingbalancingit hardwaremechanical engineering
Job Description
Summary: Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, operating over 260 data centers globally. They are seeking military service members for a SkillBridge Program as Critical Facilities Engineers, providing hands-on experience in data center operations and infrastructure maintenance.
Responsibilities:
- You will perform site inspections and supervise the building and Data Center alarms
- Performs preventative maintenance on-site infrastructure (e.g. maintenance of primary infrastructures), or leads vendors
- Undertake repairs and corrective maintenance
- Extensive knowledge of critical infrastructure i.e. UPS, generator, BMS, chillers, life safety systems
- Completion of site logs and data gathering issuing for basic permits, such as MOPs and scripts
- Respond to all on-site incidents and acts as the need arises
- Completes routine work requests and circuit installations
- Provide assistance during critical maintenance activities
- You are able to optimally collaborate within the department and provide recommendations to peers for general maintenance activities
- Carry out basic infrastructure projects
- 24/7 Operation - Your flexibility to work any assigned shift, off-schedule, fill in for workmate, respond to emergencies, etc
Required Qualifications:
- Must meet all eligibility requirements outlined in DOD Instruction 1322.29 and NAVADMIN 222/15
- Technical associates degree, military-technical school, or civilian technical trade school completion
- Education level: Working on bachelor's degree or relevant experience with 1-4 years in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Comprehensive knowledge of critical infrastructure i.e., 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 habits, ability to multi-task, to sustain focus on long tasks
- Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas
- Attitude of taking initiative, enthusiasm, eagerness to learn, teamwork, creativity
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
- The ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work and exceptional organization skills required for our constantly evolving environments
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based work assignments
- Presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels
- SkillBridge Internship positions are open to active duty and/or transitioning military members
Required Skills: Critical Infrastructure, UPS, Generator, Building Management Systems (BMS), Chillers, Life Safety Systems, HVAC Design, Heat Transfer, Thermodynamics, HVAC Testing, Balancing, IT Hardware, Mechanical Engineering
Benefits: Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees., US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members., - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future., - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.
US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
- Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.