"As the data center faces unprecedented demand and a critical shortage of skilled technicians, energy tech firm Schneider Electric has launched an initiative to recruit and train 400 U.S. military veterans for customer-facing service roles supporting data centers, power systems and critical facilities. The timing couldn't be more opportune. Data center demand is projected to grow 33% annually by 2030, while the industry struggles to find qualified candidates for increasingly complex systems."
"Soltani quickly discovered that military experience - including operating within hierarchies, managing duties independently and maintaining a problem-solving approach - translates directly into field service excellence. Today, veterans comprise over 30% of Schneider's field service technicians. Bobby Cain, senior vp and CIO of Schneider North America and himself a veteran of the U.S. Army, says the foundation is intentionality. "If it's a nice to have or just another HR initiative or flavor of the month,""
Schneider Electric launched a program to recruit and train 400 U.S. military veterans for customer-facing service positions supporting data centers, power systems, and critical facilities. Data center demand is projected to grow 33% annually through 2030, creating urgent need for skilled field technicians while the industry faces a shortage of qualified candidates. Veterans already make up 7.2% of Schneider's U.S. workforce and over 30% of field service technicians, exceeding federal benchmarks. Schneider received 2025 Gold Military Friendly Employer recognition. Military experience in hierarchy, independent duty management, and problem-solving is highlighted as a strong fit for technical field service roles.
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