Technical Trainer

The Technical Trainer should possess broad manufacturing knowledge and the ability to develop working knowledge of processes throughout Vertiv Structures, including:

• Structural steel fabrication and modular or prefabricated manufacturing.
• MIG/GMAW, FCAW, and SMAW welding processes and common welding terminology.
• Joint preparation, fit-up, welding symbols, basic weld quality, common defects, and workmanship expectations.
• General awareness of WPS/PQR documentation and AWS D1.1 requirements applicable to structural fabrication.
• Blueprint, fabrication drawing, BOM, work order, specification, and work-instruction interpretation.
• CNC laser, plasma, press brake, cutting, grinding, drilling, and other common fabrication processes.
• Machine setup and operation concepts, material loading, basic troubleshooting, operator inspections, and routine equipment care.
• Structural steel shapes, grades, dimensions, identification, staging, and material flow.
• Measurement and inspection using tools such as tape measures, calipers, micrometers, squares, levels, and gauges.
• Dimensional requirements, tolerances, visual inspection, defect identification, nonconformance escalation, and basic quality practices.
• Structural and modular assembly, fasteners, torque requirements, component installation, fit, alignment, and production sequencing.
• Receiving and material-control concepts, including material verification, labeling, staging, inventory transactions, and basic ERP/WMS use.
• Safe material handling and general awareness of forklifts, cranes, hoists, rigging, and other equipment used within the facility.
• Manufacturing safety requirements including PPE, machine and tool safety, hot work, Hazard Communication, Lockout/Tagout awareness, material handling, and workplace hazard identification.

The Technical Trainer is not expected to serve as the final technical authority for welding inspection, engineering requirements, equipment certification, safety regulation, quality acceptance, or other activities requiring specialized qualifications.

No single Technical Trainer is expected to possess expert-level certification in every manufacturing discipline represented within Vertiv Structures.

The Technical Trainer must instead demonstrate the ability to:

• Learn unfamiliar technical processes quickly.
• Identify and work effectively with qualified subject matter experts.
• Observe and document technical work accurately.
• Ask appropriate technical questions.
• Validate training content with responsible departments.
• Distinguish between training guidance and formal technical authority.
• Escalate questions requiring Engineering, Quality, EHS, Maintenance, or regulatory interpretation.
• Convert expert knowledge into standardized training that can be understood by employees with varying levels of experience.

Subject matter experts may include experienced welders, AWS Certified Welding Inspectors, Quality Inspectors, Engineers, CNC operators and programmers, Maintenance technicians, Logistics and Receiving personnel, Production supervisors, certified instructors, and experienced assemblers and fabricators.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in manufacturing, metal fabrication, structural steel, welding, machining, industrial assembly, modular construction, or a related industrial environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, work instructions, and technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing tools, processes, quality expectations, and safe work practices.
• Ability to learn technical processes and explain them clearly to others.
• Strong verbal, written, coaching, and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to documentation accuracy.
• Advanced computer proficiency.
• Ability to work effectively with employees, production leadership, and cross-functional departments.
• Ability to work extensively within an active manufacturing environment and adapt to changing production and training priorities.

• Previous experience training, coaching, or mentoring employees in manufacturing.
• Structural steel fabrication or welding experience.
• Knowledge of MIG/GMAW, FCAW, and SMAW welding processes.
• Familiarity with welding symbols, WPS/PQR documentation, or AWS D1.1.
• CNC laser, plasma, press brake, or other fabrication-equipment experience.
• Experience with modular or prefabricated construction.
• Quality inspection or dimensional-measurement experience.
• Receiving, logistics, material-control, ERP, or WMS experience.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, 5S, or standardized work.
• Experience developing OJT/SOJT programs or technical training materials.
• LMS experience and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Knowledge of adult-learning principles.
• Train-the-Trainer or other recognized instructor certification.

Formal welding, equipment, safety, or instructor certifications are considered a plus but are not required for this position unless specifically required for an assigned training activity.

• Technical and manufacturing aptitude
• Ability to teach and coach others
• Hands-on learning and demonstration skills
• Ability to design and develop simple labs for training skills.
• Clear communication
• Safety and quality awareness
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving
• Organization and documentation
• Adaptability and technical curiosity
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Continuous improvement
• Professional judgment and ability to recognize when specialized technical expertise is required

The Technical Trainer serves as the connection between manufacturing knowledge and workforce development, helping ensure employees have the knowledge, skills, and practical experience necessary to perform their work safely, consistently, and to Vertiv quality standards.

The trainer is not expected to be the facility's expert in every technical discipline.

Success in this role requires broad manufacturing knowledge, the ability to learn quickly, strong partnerships with subject matter experts, and the ability to transform technical knowledge into practical, standardized, and effective employee training.

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.

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.

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertiv.com.