This conversation is all about helping new refrigeration technicians overcome initial intimidation of working in the field. This chort episode is packed with tips not just for technicians, but employers too who want to accelerate the learning curve and confidence building of their new techs, in order to strengthen their team. We dive into the importance of repeated practice and how to better understand the massive array of complex refrigeration equipment out there. We also cover strategies for apprentices seeking employment and opportunities for career development.

In this conversation, we discuss:

-The importance of repetition in learning

-Overcoming initial fears and intimidation

-Investing in training and development

-How to communicate to your employer about training

-Opportunities for free training

-Career planning and goal setting

-Tips for apprentices looking for permanent work

-Reaching out to prospective employers

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This conversation is from a recent webinar I did on compressor troubleshooting, focusing on demand cooling and refrigerant injection. The goal is to help refrigeration technicians be more resourceful and quicker when it comes to servicing compressors. We run some scenarios, share some troubleshooting tips for compressors and also discuss the importance of understanding electrical diagrams and reading manufacturer manuals. Links shared in the webinar are listed below for you to explore and follow along.

In this conversation, we cover:

-Demand cooling and refrigerant injection

-Compressor operation and troubleshooting

-Using Bitzer Software for compressor selection

-Understanding compressor limits

-Exploring technical data

-Accessories and additional components

-Refrigerant injection module

-Compressor operation and troubleshooting

-Manufacturer manuals

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Bitzer Software

Copeland Online Product Information (OPI)

CARWIN Compressor Selection Software

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This conversation is all about how to avoid the unhealthy habits that a lot of service technicians fall into working busy, long days. From quick, unhealthy meals on the go, to trying to perform physical work that your body just can’t handle, it’s important for refrigeration technicians to take action on your health if you want to enjoy a thriving work-life balance. This episode features some of my best tips for incorporating healthier habits into your day, and debunks a lot of the misconceptions tradespeople make about what’s perhaps causing more harm than good on the job.

In this conversation, we discuss:

-Unhealthy eating habits on the job

-Meal planning

-Hydration and avoiding sugar

-Choosing healthier snacks (especially working at supermarkets)

-Smaller, more frequent meals

-The difference between activity and exercise

-Easy ways to start building healthy habits

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