employee compensation

HVAC Business: Christmas Bonus Do’s and Don’ts

December 18, 2022

It’s that time of year again where you may be considering giving out a Christmas bonus. But can your Christmas bonus actually have a negative impact on your culture?

Worker Shortages May Be Permanent

Richard D. Alaniz

November 20, 2022

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U.S. employers’ most common complaint across almost all business sectors is an inability to find workers. The lack of workers presents a problem to more than just employers.

Increasing Manager and Supervisor Pay

Richard D. Alaniz

October 3, 2022

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The Fair Labor Standards Act requires employers to pay employees a minimum wage for all hours worked and a time-and-a-half overtime rate for all hours worked over 40 in a work week. However, it provides certain exemptions.

When Are Workers Off the Clock for Compensation Claims?

HVAC contractors need policies to reduce risk of claims

Ted Craig

June 13, 2022

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Some of the ways HVAC contractors take to improve employee morale and create company culture bring an unrealized risk of workers’ claims and other liabilities.

HVAC Technicians' Average Salary is $49,535

Kyle Gargaro

June 9, 2022

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Jobber announced the launch of comprehensive salary guides based on a breakdown of HVAC salaries by state, years of experience, and position.

A ‘Gray Tsunami’ Is Hitting the HVACR Industry

Older techs are retiring in droves, but finding ways to keep them around could be beneficial

Joanna R. Turpin

May 26, 2022

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The labor shortage is hitting the HVACR industry hard, leading some contractors to look for ways to hang on to their older technicians.

Pregnant Employees and Employer Obligations

Richard D. Alaniz

May 25, 2022

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While sexual harassment and gender equity issues often garner more attention, how to accommodate a pregnant employee who may have work limitations continues to vex employers.

Magid $50,000 Program Helps Employees Cover Rising Gas Costs

April 29, 2022

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Magid Glove & Safety has been offering its employees a gas subsidy program to aid employees as gas prices continue to rise.

Employees of C&C Heating and Air Conditioning in Roseville, Michigan.

HVAC Contractors Explain Why Employees Leave

Finding balances, providing support go a long way toward retention

Ted Craig

April 28, 2022

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Many people leave the trade because they find themselves spending too much time working rather than spending time with their families or pursuing outside interests. So how can contractors help?