Technical Training Specialist

E2 Optics•Ashburn, VA

About The Position

The Technical Training Specialist administers and transfers knowledge through E2IQ Development technical training programs, including introductory and technical bootcamps, customized instruction, and ad hoc tutoring. The role contributes to new curriculum and updates existing training content, working with local leadership to identify required skills and competencies and deliver timely, effective training. Instruction combines academic and hands-on methods designed to emulate work in client environments. The specialist also collaborates with Operations, Safety, Quality, and internal customers to develop training programs and standards, and conducts Train the Trainer activities to build local training capabilities. The position includes travel of 10–25%; training takes place at E2 Optics BICSI ATFs and remote E2 Optics sites. Employees are expected to follow company and client safety policies, promote E2 Optics’ Core Values, and support its policies, programs, and services. The standard work environment includes an indoor business office and construction settings, generally with moderate noise. The role involves sitting, using hands and arms, verbal communication, and occasional stooping or kneeling, as well as frequent standing and walking. Employees regularly lift or move up to 40 pounds, frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds, regularly carry items and climb ladders up to 20 feet, and may work in confined spaces. Operating scissor lifts, telehandlers, boom lifts, and UTVs may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made when possible.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Manufacturer technical certifications, such as Fluke, Corning, or CommScope.
30-hour OSHA training required.
At least 2 years of construction, telecommunications, or data center industry experience, with a strong background in multiple facets of technology.
Familiarity with Fluke, Viavi, and other testing equipment.
Solid working knowledge of personnel training principles, procedures, and methodology.
Ability to read technical specifications and blueprints.
Ability to evaluate training needs and methods and develop training strategies.
Ability to maintain current knowledge of industry practices, procedures, codes, standards, and operations.
Ability to review and analyze subject matter and assign continuing education credits in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Ability to adhere to established policies and procedures for training requests.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including lifting, carrying, walking, standing, and climbing ladders up to 20 feet; operating certain equipment and working in confined spaces may be required.

Nice To Haves

BICSI Installation certification.

Responsibilities

Administer and deliver E2IQ Development training, including introductory and technical bootcamps, customized instruction, and ad hoc tutoring.
Collaborate with local leadership to identify required skills and competencies and incorporate them into training content.
Deliver academic and hands-on training that closely emulates expectations for work in client environments.
Contribute to the development of training curriculum and materials using a variety of media, and maintain and update existing content.
Use effective teaching and learning strategies to transfer knowledge to trainees.
Maintain and update knowledge of industry practices through academic, professional, and technical development activities.
Collaborate with Operations, Safety, and Quality to design internal technical training programs using academic and hands-on methods.
Conduct Train the Trainer activities to develop local technical training capabilities for existing content and standards.
Work with internal customers to develop standards consistent with training content.
Review and analyze internal and external subject matter and assign continuing education credits according to established policies and procedures.
Follow established policies and procedures for training requests.
Promote E2 Optics’ Core Values and comply with company and client safety policies and procedures.
Support E2 Optics policies, programs, and services and conduct duties professionally.