Technical Instructor, Power

Vertiv Group Corporation; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a Technical Instructor, Power to deliver comprehensive training on UPS, power distribution, and monitoring systems to field technicians, customers, and service partners. The role involves creating course materials, maintaining labs, and conducting classroom and virtual sessions, with travel required.

The ideal candidate will have a technical degree, 5+ years of hands-on experience in electrical/mechanical fields, and strong communication and adult-learning skills to support

Qualifications

• Two year electrical/electronic technical degree or equivalent training/field experience.
• 5+ years of hands-on electrical/mechanical installation, commissioning, or field service.
• Strong knowledge of electrical power distribution systems including switchgear.
• Excellent written & verbal communication with presentation skills.
• Knowledge of adult learning theory or military trainer experience.

Responsibilities

• Instruct safety and technical classes on UPS, power distribution and monitoring systems.
• Prepare classrooms and lab areas; deliver in-person and virtual training.
• Create relevant course materials and update based on feedback.
• Maintain training lab equipment and keep safety guidelines.
• Contribute to product development efforts and conduct needs analyses.
• Travel up to 10% for training and evaluations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Public speaking

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

Time management

Adult learning concepts

Multitasking

Lab instruction

Education

Two year electrical/electronic technical degree

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Lab equipment maintenance

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Technical Instructor, Power is responsible for delivering technical training for field technicians, installers, customers, and service partners on Vertiv Power Services products. These products span electrical and mechanical disciplines and include UPS Systems, Energy Storage Solutions, Building & Cabinet Power Distribution and future emerging technologies within the Power Services portfolio.

Perform training of field service associates, customers, and service partners on all UPS, power, and monitoring systems. Responsible for preparing, conducting, and evaluating technical training programs. Write literature and materials to be used in training programs and design exercises to enhance lectures. Conduct classes regarding safety, installation, programming, maintenance, and repair of software, machinery, and equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Instruct field service safety and technical classes on UPS, power distribution, and monitoring systems.
   • Prepare classrooms and lab areas.
   • Deliver classroom and virtual training to a variety of audiences of various experience levels.
   • Adapt course materials to support virtual training environments.
   • Create real-world, relevant training scenarios based on knowledge and experience gained over time.
   • Modify training delivery based on experience level of the audience.
   • Model and enforce Vertiv safety guidelines at all times.
   • Maintain and enforce classroom conduct in accordance with published policies.
2. Drive the creation of relevant course materials.
   • Provide support for course development efforts, including product research, providing subject matter expertise, and training content review.
   • Create, update, and maintain teaching material and lab exercises based on feedback from Field Operations, Technical support, Engineering, and student surveys.
   • Participate in New Product Development (NPD) activities.
   • Perform training needs analyses.
   • Incorporate change notices and safety bulletins into training materials in a timely manner.
3. Maintain classrooms and training lab equipment in good working condition.
   • Assist in the management of lab equipment and lab activities.
   • Maintain safety and test equipment in proper working order and update tracking lists.
   • Maintain tools, spare parts, and lab equipment in proper working order.
   • Maintain the classrooms and lab areas.
4. Continuous Improvement:
   • Review and integrate feedback from installation teams to continually enhance training programs and methodologies.
   • Explore and implement new training techniques and approaches based on lessons learned and industry advancements.
   • Attend professional development opportunities and industry conferences to stay abreast of evolving installation practices and technologies.
5. Administrative Duties and Travel:
   • Complete all administrative tasks accurately and in a timely manner, including travel-related documentation such as expense reports and trip reports.
   • Conduct thorough evaluations of training sessions to assess effectiveness and gather insights for improvement.
   • Order training supplies and materials to enhance instruction programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Two year electrical/electronic technical degreeor equivalent training/field experience.
2. 5+ years of hands-on experience in electrical and/or mechanical installation, commissioning, or field service within data center, industrial, or commercial environments.
3. Strong working knowledge of electrical power distribution systems, including switchgear, busway/busbar, UPS and Energy Storage infrastructure.
4. Excellent written & verbal communication skills with an emphasis on presentation and facilitation skills for both the classroom and lab environments.
5. Knowledge of, and experience with, adult learning theory and principlesor equivalent military trainer experience.
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present technical content clearly to adult learners.
7. Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and work independently.
8. Proficient PC skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and virtual training platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams).
9. Positive attitude, adaptability, and comfort operating in a fast-changing, product-launch-driven environment.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

While performing duties of the above jobs, the associate is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or other components; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk, hear and smell. The associate frequently is required to sit and climb or balance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must have ability to regularly lift at least 50 pounds.

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• 10% travel expected.

THE VERTIV OPPORTUNITY

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

Our Core Principles:

Safety | Integrity | Respect | Teamwork | Inclusion

Our Strategic Priorities

• High-Performance Culture
• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

Vertiv Behaviors

• Own it
• Act with urgency
• Foster a customer-first mindset
• Think big and execute
• Lead by example
• Drive continuous improvement
• Learn and seek out development
• Promote transparent & open communication

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers' vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today's data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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