Equinix

Equinix

Data Center Customer Operations Technician III

Chicago · Mid · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$51k-$77kDetected 1 day ago
Fiber Optics

About the role

  • Equinix data centers are mission‑critical facilities, supporting hospitals, laboratories, financial institutions, and public safety organizations worldwide.
  • The Technical Operations Technician III (L3) is an experienced, hands‑on role responsible for independently executing complex customer and infrastructure work within the IBX.

Responsibilities

  • Independently perform installation, de‑installation, and modification of customer equipment, cabinets, and infrastructure
  • Interpret and implement installation and work instructions using Visio drawings, spreadsheets, tickets, and SOPs
  • Perform advanced fiber terminations and support switched, multiplexed, and media‑converted circuits
  • Manage assigned work independently through a ticketing system, ensuring prioritization, SLA adherence, and accurate time tracking
  • Maintain detailed and accurate documentation for all work performed, including configurations and change records
  • Lead or support cage, cabinet, or infrastructure modification activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Demonstrated hands‑on experience in a data center or mission‑critical environment
  • Strong technical troubleshooting skills, with the ability to work independently on complex tasks
  • Proven experience with structured cabling, fiber optics, cross‑connects, and customer installations
  • Flexibility to work shifts and on‑call rotations as required to support 24x7 operations
  • coordinate and escalate to Networking or Engineering teams when required
  • Complete all required technical, safety, and compliance training within required timeframes

Compensation

  • 51,000 - 76,600 USD / Annual
  • The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs.

Benefits

  • Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.
  • Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits.
  • Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.
  • Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.
  • The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
  • Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.
  • Equinix Benefits
  • You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. -
  • You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. -
  • You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge.

Company info

  • Partner directly with customers to resolve technical issues and ensure a high‑quality service experience

Equal opportunity

  • If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.
  • Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender id

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