{"id":749851,"url":"https://alion.io/job/perscholas-critical-infrastructure-learning-specialist","title":"Critical Infrastructure Learning Specialist","company":{"id":685304,"name":"Per Scholas","domain":"perscholas.org","url":"https://alion.io/company/perscholas","size_band":"51-200","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Greenhouse","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":79,"open_postings":7,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.857,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":45,"computed_at":"2026-09-30T05:45:00Z"}},"role":"Education","role_family":"Education","seniority":"junior","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Columbus, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":26,"max":29,"currency":"USD","period":"hour","gross":null,"usd_annual":58000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Gemini","optional":false},{"name":"Google Workspace","optional":false},{"name":"Pre-training","optional":false}],"status":"closed","first_seen_at":"2026-08-06T13:42:18Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-23","last_verified_at":"2026-10-01T00:44:44Z","board_verified":false,"closed_at":"2026-10-01T00:44:44Z","days_open":55,"trust":{"level":"not_scored","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":55},"description":"ABOUT PER SCHOLAS:\nFor 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. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.org and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.\nPer Scholas candidates must reside in one of the following states, provided the position does not carry a specific office location requirement: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WA.\nPosition Title: Critical Infrastructure Learning Specialist\nOffice: Columbus, OH\nWork Modality: Onsite\nWork Type: Contract\nDuration: 3-6 Months\nHourly Rate: $26-29/hr\nWHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR\nPer Scholas is seeking a Critical Infrastructure Learning Specialist 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.\nThis learning specialist 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.\nTo 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.\nWHAT YOU’LL DO\nAssist the Critical Infrastructure Expert Trainer 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.\nAssist the instructor in teaching foundational and intermediate technical concepts, including:\nElectrical distribution systems (3-phase power, switchgear, PDUs)\nUninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems\nBackup generators and Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)\nCooling systems (CRAC/CRAH, chillers, hydronic loops, coolant distribution units)\nBuilding Management Systems (BMS) and DCIM platforms\nAssist in the facilitated hands-on lab exercises involving electrical panels, monitoring simulations, and mechanical systems while enforcing OSHA and NFPA-aligned safety practices.\nAssist in the evaluation of student troubleshooting performance using scenario-based diagnostics and structured performance checklists.\nProvide students with relevant supplemental resources for deeper learning on technical systems, industry certifications, and best practices.\nDedicate capacity (e.g., 10% of non-instructional time) to professional development, technical upskilling, curriculum modernization, and contributing to the product's retrospective/evaluation cycle\nWork closely with the instructional and curriculum development teams to provide feedback on lab effectiveness, learner pain points, and content clarity.\nMaintain and update Salesforce and/or our LMS with student grades, certification scores, attendance, and performance notes.\nSupport and maintain training curricula, syllabi, lesson plans, and classroom materials, identifying areas for improvement based on delivery experience.\nWHAT YOU’LL BRING TO US\nInstructional Skill Sets\n2-5+ years of working in data centers as a Critical Facility Engineer/Technician\n1-3 years of instructional skills teaching technical subjects to technicians and operators.\nStrong technical background; able to grasp highly technical subject matter and effectively support its conveyance to learners during instruction and lab sessions\nAbility to respond clearly to live digital conversations via Zoom or in-person training environments\nStrong communication and facilitation skills\nExperience teaching adult learners in structured training environments preferred\nRequired Skill Sets\nTechnical proficiency in the following areas:\nElectrical systems and power distribution\nUPS and backup power systems\nIndustrial HVAC or cooling systems\nBuilding monitoring or controls systems\nDemonstrated understanding of industrial or mission-critical safety standards (OSHA, NFPA 70E, LOTO procedures)\nAbility to guide learners through troubleshooting scenarios in a structured and safety-conscious manner\nCommitment to ongoing professional development and maintaining technical currency in evolving infrastructure technologies\nDemonstrated 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\nPreferred Skill Sets\nSignificant prior experience working in data centers, critical facilities, or industrial maintenance environments\nExperience with SCADA, BMS, or DCIM monitoring systems\nIndustry certifications such as:\nOSHA 10 or 30 (General Industry)\nNFPA 70E training\nElectrical, HVAC, or Maintenance certifications\nExperience delivering competency-based or hands-on technical training programs\nProfessional Qualifications\nAssociate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (or equivalent industry experience)\nStrong technical aptitude (Google Workspace, LMS platforms, Zoom, project management tools)\nExcellent written communication, presentation, and classroom management skills\nStrong evaluation and data management skills\nAbility to interpret technical documentation including schematics, P&IDs, and single-line diagrams\nPersonal Characteristics\nYou thrive in a creative, inventive, fast-paced startup environment with people who are passionate about their work and mission.\nYou are data-driven, result-oriented, and a forward-looking catalyst for social change.\nYou have a collaborative and flexible work style. You’re excited to work cross-functionally with other departments and independently.\nYou are a life-long learner.\nYou are an effective communicator with strong oral and written skills. \nYou are tech-savvy and learn new tools quickly. \nYou are detail-oriented, with exceptional organizational management skills.\nYou have strong public speaking and interpersonal skills. You are a motivator who is personable, approachable, and socially engaging. You can cultivate relationships and build rapport quickly and authentically with people from various professional and cultural backgrounds.\nYou are adept at managing your time and balancing multiple projects and tasks.\nYou stand behind our mission, believing that individuals from any community should have access to well-paying career positions and that talent should be recognized and recruited from diverse sources.\nCOMPENSATION\nFor this role specifically, we are targeting a hourly rate rate of $26-29/hr. Final compensation may vary based on several factors including geographic location, experience, and alignment with qualifications.\nBenefits & Perks\nPer Scholas offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and overall quality of life!\nHolidays & PTO: Full-Time Per Scholas team members enjoy over 40 days of paid time off each year through a mix of holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time! All employees are eligible for Holiday pay upon hire (a total of 22 holidays annually, including a week off for Independence day and a week before the New Year). Full-Time Benefits Eligible employees also receive 80 Wellness Hours to use for Sick, Safe, or Personal reasons and accrue Vacation at a rate of 8 hours at the beginning of every month, supporting rest, recharge, and work-life balance. Vacation accruals increase with tenure. Part-time employees are afforded time off on a prorated basis and in accordance with local requirements. \nComprehensive Medical Coverage: Benefit eligible employees can choose from multiple medical plans through Cigna or Kaiser Permanente (where available), with options to fit your needs. Eligible employees also have access to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that reimburses eligible out-of-pocket expenses, up to $4,000 for individuals and $8,000 for families.\nDental and Vision Insurance: Eligible employees can select from two dental plan options and a vision plan. Employees who waive medical coverage receive employer paid dental and vision premiums.\nRetirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a current 100% employer match on contributions up to 6%, eligible employees are offered entry and full vesting after 90 days with the company.\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential, 24/7 access to counseling, legal support, and financial resources for employees and their household members\nParental Leave: Eligible employees are offered up to 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave to support employees as they welcome a new child and bond with their family.\nAdditional Benefits & Perks: Eligible employees have access to employer-paid life and AD&D Insurance, as well as employer-paid short-term disability coverage, with the option to elect additional life coverage and long-term disability insurance. Flexible Spending accounts are available for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses. Per Scholas also offers a range of voluntary benefits, including: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Services, and Pet Insurance. Additional resources include healthcare concierge support, financial wellness tools, and employee discount programs.\nQUESTIONS?\nIf you have any questions about this role, please feel free to email our Talent team at . We look forward to viewing your application!\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nWe're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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