HVAC

Should I Go to Trade School? 10 Benefits of Trade Schools

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Trying to figure out your next career move can be stressful. College sounds good in theory, but four years of lectures isn’t the only option. Did you know that trade schools are changing the way we start our career. If you’ve ever wondered, “Should I go to trade school?” here are ten benefits that might…

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A Career in HVAC—What Does Day-to-Day Look Like?

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Are you interested in becoming an HVAC technician, but not sure what their day-to-day duties look like? The HVAC field is a mix of technical skills that keep homes and business cool in the summer and warm in the winter. But what does a typical day in the life of an HVAC technician actually look…

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What Skills Do You Need to Succeed as an HVAC Technician?

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Becoming an HVAC technician is like building a house. You need the right tools, a solid foundation, and smart planning. Just like a home relies on strong materials and skilled hands, success in HVAC takes hard and soft skills. What Skills Do You Need to Succeed as an HVAC Technician? As an HVAC technician, you…

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HVAC Certification Levels: What They Mean and How to Achieve Them

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Did you know that there are different levels of HVAC certification? Each one illustrates how skilled and experienced you are as an HVAC technician. From apprentice to journeyman to master technician, each step brings more responsibility. Each level requires completing educational programs, completing hands-on training, passing exams, and meeting state or federal licensing rules. Understanding…

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How Seasonal Changes Impact HVAC/R Technicians’ Workload

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If you are interested in becoming an HVAC/R (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration) technician, it is important to know that seasonal changes have an impact on what you will do during your job. The good news is that HVAC technicians are in demand year-round. And OBC prepares you for every season with hundreds of…

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