SkillBridge, Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer - Trainee

About the role

The DoD SkillBridge Fellowship Program at Equinix offers a unique opportunity for military service members within or nearing their 180-day window for separation from active duty, as well as military spouses seeking to transition into technology careers. This program provides training in a digital infrastructure environment, focusing on connecting warfighters to employment opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Learn how 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

Requirements

• Must meet all eligibility requirements outlined in DOD Instruction 1322.29 and NAVADMIN 222/15
• Required Technical Associate's degree, military-technical school, or civilian technical trade school completion
• Comprehensive knowledge of critical infrastructure, including UPS, generators, BMS, chillers, life safety systems
• Knowledge of HVAC testing and balancing methodologies
• Knowledge of IT hardware and other data center operations functions
• Good time management habits, ability to multitask, and to sustain focus on long tasks
• Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas
• Attitude of taking initiative, enthusiasm, eagerness to learn, teamwork, and creativity
• 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

Qualifications

• Must meet all eligibility requirements outlined in DOD Instruction 1322.29 and NAVADMIN 222/15
• Required Technical Associate's degree, military-technical school, or civilian technical trade school completion
• Comprehensive knowledge of critical infrastructure, including UPS, generators, BMS, chillers, life safety systems
• Knowledge of HVAC testing and balancing methodologies
• Knowledge of IT hardware and other data center operations functions
• Good time management habits, ability to multitask, and to sustain focus on long tasks
• Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas
• Attitude of taking initiative, enthusiasm, eagerness to learn, teamwork, and creativity
• 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