HVAC-R industry needs workers with training on new technologies
The AC & Heating/Refrigeration (HVAC-R) industry has experienced many changes in technological advancements, and those being hired in the industry are required to understand those new technologies and practices. One example of how the world of HVAC-R has changed is through the use of wireless controls for energy systems that are growing in popularity as business owners and homeowners look for ways to cut down on energy costs. According to a Web Enterprise article, companies like EnTouch Energy Management are producing wireless energy sensors that chart electricity consumption and relay that information to a manager that can adjust output accordingly.
READ MOREPharmacy tech profession looking for the right workers
The Pharmacy Technician profession can be demanding and offers many challenges. However, it is also a career that can be extremely rewarding for the right person with the right training. Pharmacy Tech Duties The basic duties of a Pharmacy Technician include screening prescription orders for accuracy, sorting medication by counting, measuring, and weighing, understanding state laws related to the prescription drug industry, and contacting insurance providers to find out details on a customer’s policy. These responsibilities will vary on work settings and position. Pharmacy Tech Work Settings and Schedules Pharmacy Technicians also work in a variety of work settings, ranging
READ MOREShortage of Medical Assistants in Today’s Healthcare Industry
These are not easy times for job seekers, especially as unemployment remains above 8 percent in most parts of the country. But, the nation’s healthcare field continues to grow, and many job seekers are finding that the healthcare industry careers, including medical assistants, can offer long-term employment with a great starting salary that is above the national average. There is a shortage of professionally trained medical assistants today, which is why graduates of Ayers Career College’s Medical Assistant training program are in such high demand by healthcare employers. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that, on average, 40,000 jobs are
READ MOREHVAC-R techs needed and needed now
Want a career that’s not behind a stuffy desk, offers great starting pay, and is in an industry that shows signs of significant growth? Then becoming an AC & Heating/Refrigeration (HVAC-R) Technician might be the right fit for you. Today’s HVAC-R technicians perform a variety of tasks and work in all types of job sites, ranging from new construction to building restoration. The career is in especially high demand as energy efficiency continues to be an important goal of many property owners. Today’s AC & Heating/Refrigeration (HVAC-R) Technicians are called upon to complete a variety of installations and repairs in
READ MOREHVAC-R techs perform a variety of tasks, including system tune ups
AC & Heating/Refrigeration tune-ups are some of the most common jobs of an HVAC-R technician and property owners regularly utilize the work of HVAC-R technicians to help ensure buildings are running as efficiently as possible. “An HVAC inspection is extremely important because it helps to make sure your system is prepared for the heavy-duty lifting it’ll have to do during the winter,” James Merritt, owner of AirNow, Inc., a top-rated Millbrook/Montgomery-based HVAC contractor that provides HVAC service, repair, and maintenance, said in a company press release. “Have you had the tires rotated and oil changed on your air conditioning and
READ MOREPharmacies have a rich history in America
The pharmaceutical industry has a long history in the United States and pharmacists and pharmacy technicians have been playing an important role in society for almost 200 years. According to the National Pharmacy Technician Association, a secret society was formed in New Orleans in 1857 called “The Mystic Krewe of Comus.” The society’s members were made up of wealthy citizens, including pharmacists and doctors who met at a pharmacy in the French Quarter neighborhood of New Orleans called Pope’s Pharmacy. “In earlier times, the pharmacist was a person individuals could go to for their ailments and get advice as to
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