Critical Facilities Instructor — Data Center Training Leader

Per Scholas; Alton (IL); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

PTO & holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Per Scholas is seeking a Critical Facilities Technician Instructor to join our National Training Team. The role focuses on translating electrical and mechanical systems into structured, high-quality instruction for adult learners in data center environments.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in data centers, 2-5 years of instructional experience, and a strong ability to deliver practical, safety-minded training aligned with industry standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in data centers as a Critical Facility Engineer/Technician.
• 2-5 years teaching technical subjects to technicians/operators.
• Strong technical background; ability to explain complex topics clearly.
• Experience teaching adult learners in formal training settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instructor-led training for entry- to mid-level Critical Facilities roles in data centers.
• Teach electrical, UPS, generators, cooling, and BMS/DCIM concepts.
• Lead hands-on labs, assess progress, and enforce safety standards.
• Maintain LMS records and contribute to curriculum improvements.

Skills

Data center ops

Instructional delivery

Adult learning

Safety training

Tech comms

Education

Technical degree/discipline

Tools

Salesforce

LMS

Zoom

Job description

Per Scholas is seeking a Critical Facilities Technician Instructor to join our National Training Team. The role focuses on translating electrical and mechanical systems into structured, high-quality instruction for adult learners in data center environments.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in data centers, 2-5 years of instructional experience, and a strong ability to deliver practical, safety-minded training aligned with industry standards.