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Contractors Looking to Hire in 2014

Business Growth Leads to Need for More Workers

February 24, 2014

Contractors' workloads are increasing, and they need to hire more employees to be able to meet the needs of their customers.

You Have Skills, But What About Personality?

Potential Employers Looking for More than Just HVAC Knowledge

Jen Anesi

February 10, 2014

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If a technician has a personality and people skills, he or she is a step ahead of most other job applicants.

Employers Share Most Memorable Interview Blunders

Nearly Half of Employers Know if a Candidate is a Good Fit Within the First Five Minutes

February 3, 2014

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When it comes to a job interview, the first few minutes may be the most crucial. A new survey from CareerBuilder finds that nearly half (49 percent) of employers know within the first five minutes of an interview whether a candidate is a good or bad fit for the position, and 87 percent know within the first 15 minutes.

Some HVAC contractors are discovering that, despite the elevated unemployment rate, it is difficult to find qualified technicians quickly enough to fill the demand they are experiencing.

HVAC Contractors Seeking Employees

Industry Growth Increases Qualified Employment Demands

Angela D. Harris

January 20, 2014

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After discussing the employment situation with contractors from across the nation, it’s evident that much of the HVACR industry is looking for good people to fill the vacancies.

What Does HVAC Mean to You?

HVAC Contractors Express Gratitude to the Industry They Support

Herb Woerpel

December 30, 2013

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While it may seem like a simple question at first glance, the answers we received were multifaceted.

Sept. 17, 2013: Coyne College Career Fair Set for Sept. 18

Fair Is for Current Students and Graduates

September 17, 2013

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Coyne College, a leader in education and training for HVAC and refrigeration and other career fields, announced that representatives from more than 45 companies located throughout metropolitan Chicago will attend a career fair for current Coyne students and graduates.

Sometimes, It's What's Inside that Counts

Matt Bishop

August 19, 2013

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You should never judge a book by its cover -- just ask Mick Foley.

Job Seeker Questions That Are Better Left Unsaid

Survey Reveals the Most Unusual Questions from Job Applicants

June 24, 2013

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It’s often said there are no bad questions, but an OfficeTeam survey suggests otherwise. Human resources managers were asked to recount the most unusual or surprising question they have heard a job seeker ask during an interview. Here are some of their responses.

How Do We Attract the Next Generation of HVAC?

Qualified Worker Shortage Looms as Baby Boomers Retire

Jen Anesi

June 3, 2013

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The more I speak with HVAC industry leaders at conferences and expos, the more I see how problematic the I-have-to-attend-a-four-year-college-to-be-successful mentality is for young learners and our industry.