ABOUT PER SCHOLAS: For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more.

To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. org and follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . Per Scholas preferred hires reside within the following states : AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WA *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" data-turn-id="request-WEB:91f6cc47-3084-44ae-ace7-a6be23ee84aa-0" data-testid="conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"> Position Title: Instructional Assistant (Critical Environments) Office: Atlanta, GA Work Modality: Onsite Work Type: Contract Duration : 3-6 Months Hourly Rate : $30/hr WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR Per Scholas is seeking a Critical Facilities Technician Instructor Assistant to become a member of our National Training Team.

The ideal candidate is a technically strong, safety-minded professional who can support the lead instructor in translating 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.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Assist the Critical Facility Instructor in delivering instructor-led training that prepares students for entry-level to mid-level careers as Critical Facilities Technicians/Engineers in data center environments and, when necessary, deliver specific training modules as assigned by the lead instructor..

Responsibilities

include assistance in 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. Assist the instructor in teaching 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 Assist in the facilitated hands-on lab exercises involving electrical panels, monitoring simulations, and mechanical systems while enforcing OSHA and NFPA-aligned safety practices. Assist in the evaluation of 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.