More and more homeowners are upgrading to smart thermostats and HVAC technologies these days. Once you complete your HVAC training and start working in the field, you could find yourself switching out old bimetallic thermostats for their modern counterparts. One of the first things you’ll see when you dismantle the thermostat is a system of […]
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Washington – A Promising Destination for HVAC Techs
If you’re thinking about becoming an HVAC technician, now is the right time! The overall job outlook for the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) industry is quite bright at the moment, with an expected growth rate of 15 percent in the United States between 2016 and 2026. This is actually more than double the average […]
Read MoreGuide to NATE Certification
Have you completed your HVAC training and are wondering what’s next? HVAC certifications and licenses can either be required by law or help with career advancement. North American Technician Excellence (NATE) certification is an optional credential an HVAC technician can earn to improve job prospects and pay.[1] What Is NATE Certification? North American Technical Excellence […]
Read MoreGraduate Connections – Meet Greg Mawson
Greg, 47, was born and raised in the Phoenix/Mesa area. He is the HVAC technician supervisor for Servicon, contracted to Boeing. Greg graduated the Electro-Mechanical Technologies program in 2010. Thanks for your time Greg. You came to RSI in your late 30s, was it a career change? Definitely a career change. I’d been in the […]
Read MoreHVAC Technician Job Outlook in Alaska
If you’re the outdoors type, then you’ll love the rugged beauty of Alaska. With no income or sales tax and some of the highest wages for HVAC techs in the country, The Last Frontier can also be a great place to start your career.[1][2] Here’s an overview of the job outlook, pay and working conditions […]
Read MoreSports Arenas: The Ultimate HVAC/R Challenge
What do concerts, basketball, ice hockey and boxing all have in common? HVAC/R. These all occur in massive indoor arenas.[1] And a lot can go wrong without indoor climate control.[2] Think warm beer, stuffy air and even MVPs like Lebron James stuck out on the sidelines with leg cramps. Sometimes referred to as a Swiss […]
Read MoreHVAC Technician versus HVAC Engineer Career Paths
If you’ve been browsing career opportunities in the HVAC field, then you’re probably coming across these two job titles pretty frequently: HVAC technician and HVAC engineer. Both follow similar lines of work, specializing in working on ventilation systems that can keep people warm in winter and cool in sweltering summer heat. But even with those […]
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