While the number of HVAC technician jobs continues to grow exponentially, Fluke Corp. has found a considerable gap between the number of candidates needed for those jobs and those who are qualified to do them.
WorkBoots.com, an Internet retailer, has announced the launch of a new initiative to support SkillsUSA in its work of preparing America’s future workforce through career and technical education programs.
Distributors and supplier members attending the Heating, Air-conditioning, and Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI) Southwest Regional Meeting in San Antonio, Texas, in June were briefed on positive economic trends affecting the HVACR industry and learned about the challenges of age diversity in the workforce.
Eight HVACR and water heating industry associations spanning the United States and Canada have announced the formation of the HVACR Workforce Development Foundation, which will work to raise awareness of the industry, attract new members to the workforce, and enhance the quality of the available workforce in the industry.
Extech recently donated over $40,000 worth of handheld test equipment to vocational, technical, and science programs at area high schools. The diverse array of Extech meters and testers was given to four high schools in eastern Massachusetts.
Quinn & Feiner Service Co. Inc., a high-efficiency, custom HVAC installation and 24/7 service company, recognizes the importance of local businesses’ community involvement, particularly as it relates to youth and workforce development. The company is a current participant in the United Way’s YouthBuild Long Island.
Regis Philbin retired. Who’s the next Regis? It really doesn’t matter. The bottom line is that this man’s experience, wisdom, and expertise go with him and the young buck they will likely replace him with has a lot to learn. Sadly, this replacement of the older generation with younger counterparts seems to be happening at a quicker rate than in the past.
