Data Center Operations Instructor — Hands-On Lab Training

overwatch; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Overwatch in the Dallas area seeks a Data Center Operations Instructor to train experienced technicians in mechanical and electrical lab work for mission-critical data centers.

The role focuses on safe operation, monitoring, and incident response within lab environments, delivering hands-on instruction and real-world examples. In-person, Monday–Friday, with a comprehensive benefits package and relocation support where applicable.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years in data center operations, facilities, or mechanical systems.
• Hands-on experience with cooling systems, HVAC, or similar infrastructure.
• Experience with incident response and emergency procedures in mission-critical environments.
• Ability to instruct, mentor, or train others in a classroom or lab setting.
• Strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instructor-led training using established curriculum and lesson plans.
• Teach mechanical systems including HVAC, cooling systems, and related infrastructure.
• Teach electrical systems including generators, UPS, switchgear, PDU, and lab infrastructure.
• Instruct students on data center operations, monitoring, and incident response procedures.
• Maintain classroom discipline, instructional flow, and professional standards.

Skills

Data center operations

Mechanical systems

Leadership / training

Microsoft Office

Communication / classroom management

Education

High school diploma

Technical training in mechanical systems

Tools

BMS/DCIM

Monitoring tools

Job description

Overwatch in the Dallas area seeks a Data Center Operations Instructor to train experienced technicians in mechanical and electrical lab work for mission-critical data centers.

The role focuses on safe operation, monitoring, and incident response within lab environments, delivering hands-on instruction and real-world examples. In-person, Monday–Friday, with a comprehensive benefits package and relocation support where applicable.