Critical Facilities Technical Instructor

Per Scholas; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 75,768 - 89,544; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings

Parental leave

Job summary

Per Scholas is seeking a Critical Facilities Technical Instructor in Atlanta, Georgia. The ideal candidate will deliver instructive training for aspiring technicians with a focus on data center infrastructure. The position requires a strong technical background and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities include teaching both fundamental and advanced concepts, facilitating lab exercises, and maintaining student performance records. A commitment to ongoing professional development and safety standards is a must.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of working in data centers as a Critical Facility Engineer/Technician.
• 2–5 years of instructional experience teaching technical subjects.
• Ability to guide learners through structured troubleshooting scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instructor-led training for Critical Facilities Technicians/Engineers.
• Facilitate hands-on lab exercises and enforce safety practices.
• Evaluate student performance and maintain student records.

Skills

Technical proficiency in electrical systems

Strong technical background

Excellent communication skills

Experience with SCADA and BMS

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Salesforce

Google Workspace

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

Critical Facilities Technical Instructor

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Per Scholas delivers no‑cost tech training programs in high‑demand skills, training thousands of individuals into high‑growth tech careers.

Preferred residency states: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WA

Role Type: Contract

Duration: 3–6 months

Work Type: Full‑time

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking a Critical Facilities Technician Instructor to join our National Training Team. The ideal candidate is a technically strong, safety‑mindful instructional leader who can translate complex electrical and mechanical systems into structured, high‑quality learning experiences. The instructor must understand mission‑critical infrastructure in data center environments and be able to teach learners to operate, monitor, and troubleshoot those systems responsibly.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• 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, and consistent enforcement of classroom and lab standards.
• Teach foundational and intermediate technical concepts, including electrical distribution systems (3‑phase power, switchgear, PDUs), UPS systems, backup generators and automatic transfer switches, 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 instructional and curriculum development teams to provide feedback on lab effectiveness, learner pain points, and content clarity.
• Maintain and update Salesforce and/or 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.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO US

Instructional Skill Sets

• 10+ 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.

Required Skill Sets

• Technical proficiency in 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 modeling real‑world professional use.

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, NFPA 70E training, Electrical, HVAC, or Maintenance certifications.
• Experience delivering competency‑based or hands‑on technical training programs.

Professional Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (or equivalent industry experience).
• Strong technical aptitude (Google Workspace, LMS platforms, Zoom, project management tools).
• Excellent written communication, presentation, and classroom management skills.
• Strong evaluation and data management skills.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation including schematics, P&IDs, and single‑line diagrams.

Personal Characteristics

• Thrives in a creative, inventive, fast‑paced startup environment.
• Data‑driven, result‑oriented, and forward‑looking catalyst for social change.
• Collaborative and flexible work style, comfortable working cross‑functionally and independently.
• Lifelong learner.
• Effective communicator with strong oral and written skills.
• Tech‑savvy and quick to adopt new tools.
• Detail‑oriented with exceptional organizational management skills.
• Strong public speaking and interpersonal skills; motivator and personable.
• Adroit at managing time and balancing multiple projects and tasks.
• Commitment to mission that promotes equitable access to well‑paying careers.

Compensation

Hourly range: $55.00–$65.00, determined by geography, qualifications, and experience.

Benefits

Per Scholas offers a comprehensive benefits package to support health, financial well‑being, and overall quality of life, including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, EAP, parental leave, and voluntary benefits.

QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions about this role, please email our Talent team at [e-mail]. We look forward to viewing your application.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

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