Tentative Data Center Technician Trainer

The Customized Training Instructor � Data Center Technician is responsible for delivering high-quality technical instruction to individuals preparing for employment or advancement within the data center industry. The instructor will support C-TEC's Customized Workforce Solutions initiatives by providing employer-driven training designed to develop the technical knowledge, hands-on skills, safety practices, and troubleshooting abilities required of Data Center Technicians.

The position will initially focus on supporting a Data Center Technician training program developed in partnership with an area data center employer. The instructor will work closely with C-TEC leadership, employer partners, and other instructors to ensure training remains aligned with current industry standards, technologies, and workforce needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Deliver classroom, laboratory, and hands-on technical instruction for Data Center Technician training programs. Provide instruction in areas including electrical systems, mechanical systems, HVAC and cooling systems, power distribution, backup power systems, controls, safety, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and other data center technologies.

Teach foundational concepts related to data center infrastructure, including UPS systems, generators, switchgear, transformers, PDUs, cooling equipment, pumps, motors, controls, and building management systems. Reinforce electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills using industry-standard tools, meters, trainers, and equipment.

Provide instruction in workplace safety, including electrical safety, lockout/tagout, PPE, hazard recognition, and other applicable OSHA and industry practices. Develop and maintain lesson plans, instructional materials, laboratory activities, assessments, and hands-on projects aligned with employer expectations. Evaluate participant knowledge and technical skill development through written assessments, demonstrations, laboratory exercises, and performance-based evaluations.

Maintain accurate attendance, assessment, credential, and training records as required by C-TEC and employer partners. Prepare activities, equipment, materials, and instructional technology prior to training sessions. Maintain a safe, organized, and professional learning environment. Work directly with employer subject-matter experts to ensure curriculum reflects current equipment, procedures, terminology, and industry practices.

Modify curriculum and instructional approaches based on employer feedback and changing workforce needs. Participate in instructor training, professional development, curriculum development, and equipment-specific training as required. Assist with the identification and implementation of industry-recognized certifications and credentials appropriate for Data Center Technician occupations.

Provide coaching and support to participants with varying levels of previous technical experience. Reinforce employability skills including communication, teamwork, professionalism, documentation, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. Support additional customized training programs within the instructor's areas of technical expertise as scheduling permits.

Perform other duties related to C-TEC's Customized Workforce Solutions programs as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Previous industry experience in data centers, industrial maintenance, electrical systems, mechanical systems, HVAC, facilities maintenance, controls, advanced manufacturing, or a closely related technical field. Demonstrated knowledge of electrical and/or mechanical systems used in industrial or mission-critical facilities.

Experience troubleshooting technical equipment and systems. OSHA, electrical safety, HVAC, mechanical, controls, or other related credentials. Strong understanding of workplace and electrical safety practices. Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to individuals with different levels of experience. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively with employers, adult learners, instructors, and C-TEC staff. Ability and willingness to complete required instructor training and industry certifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience working in a data center or mission-critical facility. Experience with electrical distribution, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, HVAC/cooling systems, building automation, controls, or industrial maintenance. Experience teaching, training, mentoring, or supervising technicians. Relevant industry certifications or licenses.

Experience developing technical curriculum, laboratory exercises, or performance-based assessments.