Data Center Facilities Engineer (DoD SkillBridge)

Equinix; Ashburn (GA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Equinix is offering a DoD SkillBridge internship focused on Data Center Operations and Critical Facilities. You will learn how military experience translates to civilian roles and gain real-world qualifications while building your professional network.

Responsibilities include facility maintenance, BMS monitoring, fiber handling, and site administration. This role requires a technical background and readiness to engage in hands-on work within data centers.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of critical infrastructure: UPS, generators, BMS, chillers, life safety systems.
• HVAC coursework or design knowledge is preferred.
• IT hardware and data center operations familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on facility components and systems.
• Monitor Building Monitoring System (BMS) and respond to alarms.
• Rack and stack equipment in data centers and perform fiber terminations.
• Collaborate with team to resolve moderately difficult facility incidents.
• Prepare site logs, permits, and SOPs as needed.
• Support infrastructure projects and routine work requests.

Skills

Electromechanical

HVAC systems

IT hardware

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Technical associate’s degree

Military technical training

Bachelor’s degree pending or related experience

Tools

BMS software

Job description

Equinix is offering a DoD SkillBridge internship focused on Data Center Operations and Critical Facilities. You will learn how military experience translates to civilian roles and gain real-world qualifications while building your professional network.

Responsibilities include facility maintenance, BMS monitoring, fiber handling, and site administration. This role requires a technical background and readiness to engage in hands-on work within data centers.