Many young people these days are reconsidering their career options and looking for alternatives to college as student loan debt in the U.S. has reached a staggering $1.5 trillion. Plus, it takes at least four years until a college student can earn full-time wages, yet another reason many young people are turning to the trades […]
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Where Are HVAC Jobs in Demand? Top 5 States for HVAC Work
HVAC jobs can be found across the United States, with 324,310 technicians employed nationwide in 2018, reports the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).[1] But, job prospects may be best in the five states with the highest levels of employment of HVAC technicians. 5 Top States for HVAC Work Florida California Texas New York Pennsylvania[1] HVAC […]
Read More3 Careers for Moms Going Back to Work
Are you a mom getting ready to re-enter the workforce? Feeling overwhelmed? Want to make a smart decision—one that could save you precious time? We get it. Going back to work is a big decision after having kids. That’s because working moms really have two jobs: raising their kids and clocking forty hours or more […]
Read MoreCareer Change at 40? Consider the Skilled Trades
Thinking about a career change at 40? But what should you do? You’ll likely have to continue working your current job while you prepare for your new career. Time and money are important factors. But, ultimately, you really want a job where you’ll be happier. Perhaps you want to get outside and be more active […]
Read MoreGraduate Connections – Meet Jacob Morgan
Jacob, 23, grew up in Woodland Park, Colorado. He graduated from the Mechanic Maintenance Engineering (MME) associate degree program at RSI in October 2017, and now lives in Colorado Springs. Thanks for sharing your story, Jacob. Tell us what you did after high school. I worked as a server while trying to join the Navy. […]
Read MoreGraduate Connections – Meet Andres Andaverde
Andres, 29, born and raised in Phoenix and Mesa, graduated from the RSI Electro-Mechanical Technologies (EMT) program in December 2018, having first toured RSI back in 2008. Thanks for your time, Andres. Tell us what you did after high school. I’ve been on my own since I was 15. After I graduated high school at […]
Read MoreHVAC Then and Now: How the Industry Has Changed
The HVAC industry is a rapidly developing field. If you get bored easily, enrolling in an HVAC program could be a good decision. As an HVAC tech, you may enjoy frequent change and the satisfaction of regularly overcoming challenges. What’s propelling this sector forward? Advancements in technology, consumer trends and government regulations are among the […]
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