Critical Facilities Technical Instructor

Per Scholas•Atlanta, GA

3d•Remote

About The Position

Per Scholas is seeking a Critical Facilities Technician Instructor to become a member of our National Training Team. The ideal candidate is a technically strong, safety-minded instructional leader who can translate complex electrical and mechanical systems into structured, high-quality learning experiences. This instructor must understand how mission-critical infrastructure operates in data center environments and possess the ability to teach learners how to operate, monitor, and troubleshoot those systems responsibly. The right candidate is not only technically competent but also able to instill operational discipline, risk awareness, and professional accountability in adult learners preparing for uptime-sensitive environments. To succeed in this role, candidates must be business-minded within our mission focus and excel in instructional delivery that meets clients’ and learners’ high expectations.

Requirements

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
Technical proficiency in the following areas: 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 to model real-world professional use in the technical domain
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

Nice To Haves

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 (General Industry), NFPA 70E training, Electrical, HVAC, or Maintenance certifications
Experience delivering competency-based or hands-on technical training programs

Responsibilities

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), Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems, Backup generators and Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), Cooling systems (CRAC/CRAH, chillers, hydronic loops, coolant distribution units), 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 the instructional and curriculum development teams to provide feedback on lab effectiveness, learner pain points, and content clarity.
Maintain and update Salesforce and/or our 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.

Benefits

Over 40 days of paid time off each year through a mix of holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time
Holiday pay upon hire (a total of 22 holidays annually, including a week off for Independence day and a week before the New Year)
80 Wellness Hours to use for Sick, Safe, or Personal reasons
Accrue Vacation at a rate of 8 hours at the beginning of every month
Comprehensive Medical Coverage through Cigna or Kaiser Permanente
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that reimburses eligible out-of-pocket expenses, up to $4,000 for individuals and $8,000 for families
Dental and Vision Insurance
401(k) plan with a current 100% employer match on contributions up to 6%
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for counseling, legal support, and financial resources
Up to 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave
Employer-paid life and AD&D Insurance
Employer-paid short-term disability coverage
Option to elect additional life coverage and long-term disability insurance
Flexible Spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses
Voluntary benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Services, and Pet Insurance
Healthcare concierge support
Financial wellness tools
Employee discount programs