Hiring has been a challenge for the HVAC industry for years, and the coronavirus pandemic only made it more difficult. Finding the best technicians and support staff requires meeting with people and getting to know them. That becomes a little harder when wearing a mask and staying six feet away.
HVAC contractors are looking at different options. Some are hosting virtual hiring events, with job candidates meeting managers via video conferencing. But many feel these meetings lack the depth of face-to-face meetings.