Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer

VetJobs; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Equinix in Dallas is seeking a Critical Facilities Engineer to maintain and optimize electrical, mechanical, and cooling systems across our data-center facilities. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, respond to alarms, and coordinate with vendors to ensure safe, reliable operations in a 24x7 environment.

The role requires hands-on experience with data-center infrastructure, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work closely with Operations, Engineering, and

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities, industrial operations, manufacturing, military, building engineering, mission-critical environments, or data centers.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, HVAC, controls, or building systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to safely work around critical infrastructure systems.
• Experience following operational procedures and safety practices.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical activities such as climbing, bending, and working in equipment spaces.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on critical facility infrastructure.
• Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems.
• Support operation of systems including UPS, generators, switchgear, HVAC, chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, fire and life-safety systems, and Building Monitoring Systems (BMS).
• Perform site inspections and respond to alarms, incidents, and emergencies.
• Coordinate and oversee vendor activities to ensure work is completed safely and in accordance with Equinix standards.
• Collaborate across Operations, Engineering, and Security teams to ensure facility reliability.
• Participate in a 24x7 operational environment, including shift work, on-call support, weekends, holidays, and emergency response as required.

Skills

Facilities operations

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

HVAC

Troubleshooting

Safety practices

Teamwork

Communication

Physical ability

Operational procedures

Education

High School/GED

Tools

BMS

EPMS

UPS systems

CHILLERS

Job description

Equinix in Dallas is seeking a Critical Facilities Engineer to maintain and optimize electrical, mechanical, and cooling systems across our data-center facilities. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, respond to alarms, and coordinate with vendors to ensure safe, reliable operations in a 24x7 environment.

The role requires hands-on experience with data-center infrastructure, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work closely with Operations, Engineering, and