[Hiring] Critical Infrastructure Expert Trainer @Per Scholas

Role Description

Per Scholas is seeking a Critical Facilities Technician Instructor to become a member of our National Training Team. The ideal candidate is a technically strong, safety-minded instructional leader who can translate complex electrical and mechanical systems into structured, high-quality learning experiences.

• Deliver instructor-led training that prepares students for entry-level to mid-level careers as Critical Facilities Technicians/Engineers in data center environments.
• Responsibilities include:
  • Daily instruction
  • Assessment administration
  • Attendance tracking
  • One-on-one tutoring
  • Daily evaluation and monitoring of individual student progress
  • Consistent enforcement of classroom and lab standards
• Teach foundational and intermediate technical concepts, including:
  • Electrical distribution systems (3-phase power, switchgear, PDUs)
  • Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems
  • Backup generators and Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)
  • Cooling systems (CRAC/CRAH, chillers, hydronic loops, coolant distribution units)
  • Building Management Systems (BMS) and DCIM platforms
• Facilitate hands-on lab exercises involving electrical panels, monitoring simulations, and mechanical systems while enforcing OSHA and NFPA-aligned safety practices.
• Evaluate student troubleshooting performance using scenario-based diagnostics and structured performance checklists.
• Provide students with relevant supplemental resources for deeper learning on technical systems, industry certifications, and best practices.
• Dedicate capacity (e.g., 10% of non-instructional time) to professional development, technical upskilling, curriculum modernization, and contributing to the product's retrospective/evaluation cycle.
• Work closely with the instructional and curriculum development teams to provide feedback on lab effectiveness, learner pain points, and content clarity.
• Maintain and update Salesforce and/or our LMS with student grades, certification scores, attendance, and performance notes.
• Support and maintain training curricula, syllabi, lesson plans, and classroom materials, identifying areas for improvement based on delivery experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of working in data centers as a Critical Facility Engineer/Technician
• 2-5 years of instructional skills teaching technical subjects to technicians and operators
• Strong technical background; able to grasp and convey highly technical subject matter clearly
• Ability to respond clearly to live digital conversations via Zoom or in-person training environments
• Strong communication and facilitation skills
• Experience teaching adult learners in structured training environments preferred

Requirements

• Technical proficiency in the following areas:
  • Electrical systems and power distribution
  • UPS and backup power systems
  • Industrial HVAC or cooling systems
  • Building monitoring or controls systems
• Demonstrated understanding of industrial or mission-critical safety standards (OSHA, NFPA 70E, LOTO procedures)
• Ability to guide learners through troubleshooting scenarios in a structured and safety-conscious manner
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and maintaining technical currency in evolving infrastructure technologies
• Demonstrated fluency in utilizing Generative AI tools (e.g., Google Gemini) for instructional prep, assessment, and to model real-world professional use in the technical domain

Preferred Skill Sets

• Significant prior experience working in data centers, critical facilities, or industrial maintenance environments
• Experience with SCADA, BMS, or DCIM monitoring systems
• Industry certifications such as:
  • OSHA 10 or 30 (General Industry)
  • NFPA 70E training
  • Electrical, HVAC, or Maintenance certifications
• Experience delivering competency-based or hands-on technical training programs

Benefits

• Over 40 days of paid time off each year through a mix of holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time
• Comprehensive medical coverage with multiple plans through Cigna or Kaiser Permanente
• Dental and vision insurance options
• 401(k) plan with a current 100% employer match on contributions up to 6%
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Up to 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave
• Employer-paid life and AD&D Insurance, short-term disability coverage
• Flexible Spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses
• Access to healthcare concierge support, financial wellness tools, and employee discount programs