Data Center Training Specialist

Perscholashires; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Per Scholas is seeking a Critical Infrastructure Learning Specialist to support the National Training Team in delivering instructor‑led training for entry‑ to mid‑level data center professionals. The role focuses on translating complex electrical and mechanical systems into structured, high‑quality learning experiences.

The successful candidate will teach adult learners in supervised settings, reinforce safety standards, and contribute to curriculum development and ongoing upskilling.

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; able to grasp highly technical subject matter and effectively convey it to learners during instruction and lab sessions.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instructor-led training that prepares students for entry-level to mid-level careers as Critical Facilities Technicians/Engineers in data center environments.
• Assist in teaching foundational and intermediate technical concepts, including electrical distribution systems, UPS and backup power, generators, cooling systems, and building monitoring systems.
• Assist in the facilitated hands-on lab exercises involving electrical panels, monitoring simulations, and mechanical systems while enforcing safety practices.
• Evaluate student troubleshooting performance using scenario-based diagnostics and structured checklists.
• Provide students with relevant supplemental resources for deeper learning on technical systems, certifications, and best practices.
• Dedicate capacity to professional development and curriculum modernization and contribute to product retrospective/evaluation cycle.
• Work with instructional and curriculum teams to provide feedback on lab effectiveness and learner pain points.
• Maintain Salesforce and/or LMS with student grades, certification scores, attendance, and performance notes.
• Support and maintain training curricula, syllabi, lesson plans, and classroom materials.

Skills

Data center engineer

Instructional skills

Technical background

Clear communication

Adult education

Education

Technical degree

Tools

SCADA

BMS

DCIM

OSHA NFPA 70E

Job description

Per Scholas is seeking a Critical Infrastructure Learning Specialist to support the National Training Team in delivering instructor‑led training for entry‑ to mid‑level data center professionals. The role focuses on translating complex electrical and mechanical systems into structured, high‑quality learning experiences.

The successful candidate will teach adult learners in supervised settings, reinforce safety standards, and contribute to curriculum development and ongoing upskilling.