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# SkillBridge - Data Center Technician - Hiring our Heroes Cohort Q3' 2026

- **Company:** Equinix
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Centers, Issue Tracking Systems, Networking Cables, Coax
- **Published:** June 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/17173901/Skillbridge-Data-Center-Technician-Hiring-Our-Heroes-Cohort-Q3-2026-Illinois-Chicago

## About the Role

* Active-duty military member or Military Spouse approved for SkillBridge or MSCAP participation

 * Technical or Non-Technical MOS, NEC, or AFSC

 * High school diploma or equivalent

 * 2-4 years of experience in technical support, IT, telecom, or data center operations

 * Ability to read wiring schematics and installation plans

 * Experience with fiber and coaxial terminations preferred

 * Strong attention to detail and documentation skills

 * Comfortable working in a physical, hands-on environment

## Description

Equinix Emerging Talent, Military Program providing service members with transition assistance to the civilian workforce. This is part of the DoD SkillBridge Program, offering transitioning service members hands-on experience in Equinix's data center operations. Interns will support routine and semi-routine tasks related to customer installations, infrastructure maintenance, and service delivery within the IBX (International Business Exchange) data centers., Ticketing & Troubleshooting

 * Manage and resolve customer support requests and service tickets

 * Accurately track tasks using the ticketing system

 * Troubleshoot network and equipment issues; escalate when necessary

 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges

Hardware Installations

 * Perform "rack and stack" installations of customer equipment

 * Follow detailed installation plans and wiring diagrams

 * Install structured cabling (fiber and copper), cable trays, cages, and cabinets

 * Identify and report infrastructure capacity or cabling concerns

Testing & Quality Checks

 * Conduct layer 1-3 connectivity tests (e.g., network cables, fiber optics)

 * Perform quality checks on own and team installations

 * Maintain detailed documentation of all work performed

Customer Interaction

 * Provide professional, helpful on-site customer support

 * Communicate clear timelines and progress updates

 * Escort customers and vendors for access and safety compliance

Team & Project Support

 * Contribute to team projects and installations

 * Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to ensure timely execution

 * Support dispatching, inventory checks, and alarm escalations as needed

Learning Objectives

 * Deepen technical expertise in data center infrastructure and operations

 * Gain experience in structured cabling, network testing, and troubleshooting

 * Enhance customer service and communication skills in a technical environment

 * Understand project coordination and cross-functional collaboration, Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.


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