Data Center Infrastructure Training Specialist

Per Scholas; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off 40+ days/year

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Parental leave

Dental and vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Per Scholas seeks a Critical Infrastructure Learning Specialist to join our National Training Team onsite in Silver Spring, MD. The role supports instructors, delivers hands-on labs, and helps learners prepare for entry- to mid-level data center careers.

You will teach electrical distribution, UPS, generators, BMS/DCIM, and safety practices while maintaining records in our LMS. A strong instructional background and ability to mentor adults are essential.

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of working in data centers as a Critical Facility Engineer/Technician
• 1-3 years of instructional skills teaching technical subjects to technicians and operators
• Strong technical background and ability to convey complex technical material
• Ability to respond clearly to live digital conversations via Zoom or in-person training
• Strong communication and facilitation skills
• Experience teaching adult learners in structured training environments

Responsibilities

• Assist the Critical Infrastructure Expert Trainer in delivering instructor-led training for entry to mid-level careers as Critical Facilities Technicians/Engineers in data center environments
• Assist in daily instruction, assessment administration, attendance tracking, tutoring, and lab standards enforcement
• Teach foundational and intermediate electrical and building systems concepts (3-phase power, UPS, generators, BMS/DCIM)
• Support hands-on labs with electrical panels, monitoring simulations, and safety practices
• Evaluate troubleshooting performance using scenario-based diagnostics and checklists
• Provide supplemental resources on technical systems and certifications
• Dedicate time to professional development and curriculum improvement
• Collaborate with teams to improve lab effectiveness and learner experience
• Maintain Salesforce/LMS records with grades, scores, attendance, and notes
• Support and maintain curricula, syllabi, lesson plans, and materials

Job description

Per Scholas seeks a Critical Infrastructure Learning Specialist to join our National Training Team onsite in Silver Spring, MD. The role supports instructors, delivers hands-on labs, and helps learners prepare for entry- to mid-level data center careers.

You will teach electrical distribution, UPS, generators, BMS/DCIM, and safety practices while maintaining records in our LMS. A strong instructional background and ability to mentor adults are essential.