Critical Facilities Engineer - Cohort Hiring Q1' 2026 – Military Talent Programs

Equinix Inc.

Dallas, Texas, United States
Base: $60,000 - $111,000 usd annual depending on l...
Ups generator bms chiller life safety systems knowledge
Hvac testing balancing methodologies
24/7 shift flexibility and emergency response
This role supports critical infrastructure for hospitals, laboratories, and public safety centers ensuring continuous operations

Job Summary

  • This role supports critical infrastructure for hospitals, laboratories, and public safety centers ensuring continuous operations.
  • The position involves performing preventative maintenance, repairs, and corrective actions on primary data center infrastructure including UPS and generators.
  • Equinix offers a unique SkillBridge program for transitioning military members to gain real-world industry qualifications and certifications.

Matching Summary

This role supports critical infrastructure for hospitals, laboratories, and public safety centers ensuring continuous operations.

Salary

Base: $60,000 - $111,000 USD Annual depending on location; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for bonus and equity may be offered; Benefits: Health, life, disability, retirement, PTO included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • UPS generator BMS chiller life safety systems knowledge
  • HVAC testing balancing methodologies
  • 24/7 shift flexibility and emergency response
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs
  • Site inspections and alarm supervision

Nice-to-have

  • IT hardware and data center operations functions
  • Initiative enthusiasm eagerness to learn
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Presentation skills with colleagues and clients
  • Good time management habits

Key Requirements

  • Active duty or transitioning US military personnel eligibility
  • Technical associate degree or military-technical school completion
  • 1-4 years in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • Coursework in HVAC design heat transfer thermodynamics
  • Must meet DOD Instruction 1322.29 and NAVADMIN 222/15 requirements

Work Rights

Must be active duty or transitioning US military personnel or Military Spouse Fellow

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