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Data Center Technician Trainer

TEKsystems
$22.00 - $27.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Ohio, Columbus
May 09, 2026
Description Supporting a largescale, multiyear workforce development program expanding data center footprint. As part of this initiative, we are hiring Associate Technical Trainers to help train the next generation of skilled technicians entering the data center and telecom industry. This role is ideal for handson technical professionals who enjoy mentoring, teaching, and working directly with people, and who are interested in transitioning from field work into a trainingfocused career path. What You'll Do As an Associate Technical Trainer, you will deliver instructorled technical training to entrylevel technicians in a structured classroom and lab environment. Training focuses primarily on telecom fundamentals, structured cabling (fiber and copper), safety, and handson technical skills. Key responsibilities include: * Leading classroom sessions for 24-30 adult learners * Delivering a mix of lecturebased instruction and handson lab training * Teaching prebuilt curriculum focused on telecom and data center infrastructure * Breaking down technical concepts for learners with little to no prior experience * Coaching and supporting trainees to ensure learning outcomes and safety standards are met * Partnering with a Senior Trainer in a codelivery training model * Managing classroom flow, learner engagement, and supervision * Preparing training labs, tools, and equipment * Completing training documentation such as assessments, grading, and reporting * Providing feedback to program leadership to support continuous improvement This role is 75%+ handson instruction and requires daily interaction with learners. Who This Role Is For This position is wellsuited for candidates coming from handson technical or trade environments who have experience teaching, mentoring, or guiding others-formally or informally. Relevant backgrounds include: * Telecom or lowvoltage technicians * Structured cabling or fiber technicians * Electrical or construction professionals * Field technicians or field leads * Military technical or communications roles Prior data center experience is not required. Candidates with transferable technical skills and a willingness to learn data centerspecific concepts are strongly encouraged to apply. Required Qualifications * 3-6 years of handson technical experience in telecom, cabling, electrical, construction, or similar fields * Exposure to structured cabling (fiber and/or copper) * Experience explaining or teaching technical concepts (mentoring, onboarding, field leadership, etc.) * Comfort speaking in front of groups and leading classroom sessions * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Strong focus on safety, coaching, and handson learning * Ability to manage a classroom environment and supervise learners * Willingness to work 100% onsite in a classroom/lab setting NicetoHave Skills * BICSI certification (or willingness to obtain in the future) * Learning Management System (LMS) exposure * Instructional design or training development experience * Data center exposure * Bilingual skills Program Stability & Growth This role is structured in 90day contract increments, but it is part of a 2+ year initiative expected to train approximately 20,000 technicians over time. Strong performers are frequently extended and may remain embedded in the program long term. This program offers: * Consistent renewal potential aligned to program growth * Longterm runway within a multiyear initiative * Clear progression into Senior* Trainer, SME, or leadership roles Exposure to enterprisescale, nextgeneration infrastructure environments Work Environment * 100% onsite, classroom and lab setting * Structured weekday training schedule * Highvolume, standardized training program * Collaborative team environment with paired trainers Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $22.00 - $27.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2026. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.