Data Center Technical Trainer

Salute • Seminole, TX

13d • $48 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Trainer develops, implements, coordinates, and delivers technical and operational training programs supporting data center operations, employee development, client requirements, and regulatory compliance. The role works with site leadership, subject matter experts, client representatives, corporate stakeholders, and external training organizations to prepare employees with the knowledge, safety awareness, operational readiness, and certifications needed in mission-critical environments.

The position oversees onboarding, recurring training, certification management, compliance tracking, and continuous improvement. It develops training materials and delivers instructor-led, virtual, online, and hands-on training; evaluates program effectiveness; maintains training and certification records; and reports training metrics to site and client stakeholders. The role also supports audits and promotes safety, learning, operational excellence, and professional development.

This is an on-site position in Barstow, Texas. Candidates who are not local must relocate to or near Barstow. The posted schedule is Monday through Friday during standard business hours, with flexibility to include evenings, weekends, and holidays. The facility operates 24 hours, and assigned hours may include nights, weekends, overtime, alternating shifts, outdoor work, and other conditions as needed. The role's base pay range is $48.00–$50.00 per hour.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Technical Training, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• At least 3 years of experience developing, coordinating, and delivering technical training in data centers, mission-critical facilities, industrial operations, commissioning, or related technical environments.
• Knowledge of data center operations, mission-critical infrastructure, safety standards, and regulations including OSHA, NFPA, ASHRAE, and Uptime Institute standards.
• Experience maintaining certification programs, training records, competency frameworks, and compliance reporting systems.
• Experience developing training curricula, instructional materials, assessments, and competency evaluation programs.
• Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS), training management systems, and reporting tools.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Strong presentation, facilitation, communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, technical personnel, leadership, clients, and external vendors.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 40 pounds; climb ladders and stairs; stand for extended periods; and bend, stoop, kneel, and reach.
• Ability to respond quickly and move efficiently through work environments, including during emergencies; good hand-eye coordination and dexterity for small components and connectors.
• Clear vision, with or without correction, for detail-oriented tasks while wearing safety glasses, and ability to distinguish color-coded signs, labels, and cables.
• Ability to work across a wide range of indoor temperatures, outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme temperatures, rain, or snow, and in elevated noise while wearing hearing protection.
• Valid driver's license for work-related travel, as required.
• Must work on-site in Barstow, Texas; candidates who are not local must relocate to or near Barstow.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated understanding of mechanical, electrical, and critical facility infrastructure systems.
• Experience working in mission-critical or data center environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain technical and operational training programs aligned with site readiness, employee development, and client requirements.
• Coordinate onboarding, orientation, and competency assessments for new employees.
• Develop and update training materials, lesson plans, assessments, and instructional content.
• Conduct and coordinate instructor-led, virtual, online, and hands-on technical training.
• Partner with leadership, managers, subject matter experts, clients, and corporate teams to identify skill gaps and set training priorities.
• Customize programs to meet operational, client, and organizational requirements.
• Evaluate training effectiveness using assessments, observations, performance metrics, and participant feedback, and implement improvements.
• Monitor, document, and track training participation and completion; maintain training, certification, qualification, and compliance records.
• Track certification renewals and coordinate recertification, refresher training, compliance reviews, and renewal processes.
• Ensure training meets applicable OSHA, NFPA, ASHRAE, Uptime Institute, client, and government requirements.
• Coordinate with client training teams to align calendars, compliance requirements, and operational priorities.
• Report training metrics, completion rates, competency programs, compliance status, and certification tracking to site leadership and client stakeholders.
• Maintain organized training documentation for internal and client audits, lender audits, and site visits.
• Coach and support trainees and address questions and operational challenges.
• Monitor industry advancements and incorporate relevant technologies and mission-critical practices into training.
• Promote safety, continuous learning, operational excellence, professional development, team engagement, and Salute's culture and values.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable team culture and support operational goals while aligning training initiatives with client expectations and business objectives.
• Maintain adherence to Salute culture, policies, procedures, and best practices.

Benefits

• Eight company-paid holidays, two floating holidays, and PTO.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with enrollment available starting on Day 1; coverage begins the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Employee Assistance Program available to all employees.
• 401(k) with immediate 100% vesting, a 3% employer match, and a 50% match on the next 2%.
• Health Savings Account (HSA), mental health resources, and gym discounts.
• Discounted group legal services, home and auto insurance, pet insurance, and identity theft protection.
• Discounted Group Life and AD&D insurance.
• Discounted Group Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance.
• Parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level