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Electrical Fundamentals for HVACR Video
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)This two-hour video training program takes the mystery out of electrical troubleshooting as it covers the step-by-step process of building a schematic diagram for a comfort cooling system.
$56.95
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Technical Training Associates Subscription
BundleGain access to the entire collection of Technical Training Associates training videos! Jim Johnson is nationally recognized as one of the HVACR & appliance industry’s best-known technical writers & instructor.
$29.95 / month
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HVACR Troubleshooting Series: A Heat Pump That's Not Delivering Any Air Video
CourseThis 30 minute program follows a step-by-step process to troubleshoot an indoor air handler in a heat pump that's not operating.
$28.95
Determining Your Worth To An Employer Free Audio Article!
Description
Ever wonder how your actions, skills, and mindset impact your paycheck and your company's success? This engaging article connects a surprising story about a shoeshine man’s journey to wealth with practical insights into your value as a technician. Discover how understanding billable time, non-billable hours, and the business side of your role can empower you to see yourself as an asset—not just an employee. Whether you’re looking to boost your career or simply want a fresh perspective on professional worth, this read will inspire you to wear your "business hat" and take control of your future.
Structure of the Course
- Text: read the materials.
- Audio: The article is narrated by the author, Jim Johnson. The optional play button will allow you to listen to the article as you read it!
Who This Course is For
This article is for technical professionals in the HVACR industry (or similar skilled trades) who want to better understand their financial value to employers. It is especially suited for individuals who are:
- Early in their careers and seeking to understand how wages, non-billable time, and business expenses interplay.
- Experienced professionals wanting to reassess their worth in the workplace or plan for career growth.
- Aspiring technicians considering the broader economic implications of a career in the trades.
By providing a detailed breakdown of wages, non-billable hours, and the financial contributions of an employee to a company, the article encourages readers to think critically about their role as an asset in the business context and take steps to maximize their professional and financial potential.
Instructor
Jim Johnson
Technical Training Associates
Jim Johnson has been a full-time technician, as well as a full-time trade school and community college instructor and administrator, working in and around the refrigeration, HVACR, appliance, and facility maintenance fields since 1973. He has facilitated hundreds of training seminars, workshops and classes in the HVACR electrical and refrigeration areas alone, as well as many other workshops in other technical and non-technical areas.His background includes a satellite training network for HVACR and appliance technicians, and the development and presentation of more than 75 video training programs. He has authored five textbooks and 10 technician handbooks.He has been a columnist for trade magazines for more than 20 years, including Indoor Comfort News, RSES Journal, ACHR News, ACHR News Extra Edition, HVACR Today, and Marcone World Magazine, providing monthly troubleshooting features and more than 500 feature articles.He is a member of RSES, Certified as a Residential and Light Commercial Air Balancing and Diagnostic Technician, and is certified in heat pumps. He also holds multiple certifications in combustion analysis and carbon monoxide safety.He is a registered proctor for NATE exams, and his workshops, HVAC training videos, and e-book CD’s not only provide a simplified approach to learning about troubleshooting and servicing heating and air conditioning equipment, they also serve as an effective preparation for NATE certification exams.
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