We had a great conversation with Morgan Smith and Danielle Wright from North American Sustainable Refrigeration Council (NASRC) They are all about workforce development and helping the refrigeration industry.  The North American Sustainable Refrigeration Council (NASRC) is a 501(c)(3) environmental nonprofit working to advance climate-friendly natural refrigerants and reduce greenhouse gas emissions caused by traditional HFC refrigerants. The organization collaborates with stakeholders from across the industry, including over 51,000 food retail locations, to eliminate the barriers to natural refrigerants in supermarkets, accelerate natural refrigerant installations, and build a sustainable technician workforce.  Topics we will discuss: 

Episode 112: Refrigeration Workforce Development and CO2 Training w/NASRC

This podcast is all about training, education and mentorship for commercial refrigeration and HVAC professionals.  My goal to help you develop your knowledge and skills, to master the art of refrigeration.   I will have expert guests from around the world joining us.  We will have different conversations on technical topic's like system troubleshooting, supermarket refrigeration and CO2 refrigeration.  Featuring technicians and engineers to manufacturers and many other industry expert join us to share their knowledge and wisdom.  I will have conversations about mental health, mindset,  and personal and professional development.  My goal is to help you become 1% better than yesterday.  Let's get a conversation going!

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In this episode of The Refrigeration Mentor Podcast, host Trevor Matthews talks with Holden Shamburger, Founder of HVACTIME and Chiller Academy, about his journey from refrigeration technician to creating popular online content and launching an online course called Chiller Academy. They cover the importance of technical and personal growth, and share advice for new refrigeration technicians on how to work your way up the career ladder through hard work, mentorship and asking for opportunities.  In this conversation, Trevor and Holden cover: -How Holden landed a service contract while dining at a restaurant -Transitioning between different size and types of refrigeration systems -Working your way into senior roles and asking for opportunities -Tips for technicians who want to move into a senior role -Importance of education and mentorship -Entrepreneurial mindset -Gaining a big following on YouTube -Creating HVAC video content for social media -Why Chiller Academy has taken a different approach to education -The pros and cons of unions -The flexibility and customized approach to an online course Helpful links and resources: Learn more about Chiller Academy HVACTIME on YouTube  Email Holden: hvactime@hvactimetx.com  HVACTIME on Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn  BOOK A CALL with Trevor to learn more about coaching & mentorship programs Upcoming Servicing Compressors, Supermarket and CO2 Trainings:  Learn More Here Learn More About Refrigeration Mentor: https://refrigerationmentor.com/ Get your FREE Service & Compressor Troubleshooting Guide:  Access Here Refrigeration Mentor on Instagram Refrigeration Mentor YouTube Channel

Episode 209. Moving Up as a Technician and Revolutionizing HVAC Education with Holden Shamburger of HVACTIME and Chiller Academy

In this episode of the Refrigeration Mentor Podcast, host Trevor Matthews discusses the need to balance both technical skills with personal and professional development, in order to be best prepared for the future of refrigeration (and all trades). From mental health, to mentorship, understanding finances and the value of setting clear objectives, Trevor has some actionable tips and practices that are vital for a thriving career, life and retirement as a refrigeration technician, that you won’t learn in school.  In this episode, Trevor talks about: -Building good habits -The need for more (and better) mentors for young people -Not getting discouraged by mistakes or negative events -Generational changes in attitudes -The importance of being around the right people -Why mindset shifts take time and practice -Taking an assessment of where you are now and where you want to be -Importance of working with a coach -Financial responsibility -Career potential in the refrigeration industry Helpful links & resources:  BOOK A CALL with Trevor to learn more about coaching & mentorship programs Upcoming Servicing Compressors, Supermarket and CO2 Trainings:  Learn More Here Learn More About Refrigeration Mentor: https://refrigerationmentor.com/ Get your FREE Service & Compressor Troubleshooting Guide:  Access Here Refrigeration Mentor on Instagram Refrigeration Mentor YouTube Channel

Episode 208. The Personal and Professional Sides of Refrigeration (That You Won’t Learn in School)

In this episode of The Refrigeration Mentor Podcast, host Trevor Matthews dives into the journey of Patrick Connelly, Owner of Climarite in England, from starting out as a refrigeration technician (somewhat incidentally following a fishing trip mishap) to becoming a business owner. Patrick talks about key things to learn early on in your refrigeration career, with plenty of advice and tips for apprentices and first-generation technicians. He also dives into his transition into entrepreneurship and the challenges and lessons from starting a small business.  In this episode, Trevor and Patrick discuss: -Key things to learn early in your refrigeration career -Importance of learning both the service and installation sides -Advice for refrigeration apprentices -International trade recognition and working abroad in refrigeration -Improving your skills early on by taking on-calls -The benefits of formal training vs. learning on the job -Training for CO2 refrigeration -Advice for launching your own refrigeration business -Why small companies need to invest in apprentices -Tips for starting out as a refrigeration technician -Patrick’s 2 biggest tips for new refrigeration technicians Helpful links & resources: Learn more about Climarite Follow Climarite on LinkedIn Connect with Partick Connolly on LinkedIn Refrigeration Mentor on Instagram Refrigeration Mentor YouTube Channel Upcoming Servicing Compressors, Supermarket and CO2 Trainings:  Learn More Here Learn More About Refrigeration Mentor: https://refrigerationmentor.com/ Get your FREE Service & Compressor Troubleshooting Guide:  Access Here

Episode 207. Tips for Starting Out As a Refrigeration Technician with Patrick Connolly of Climarite

In this episode of the Refrigeration Mentor podcast, host Trevor Matthews talks with Jim Pape, CEO of The Arcticom Group, a team of companies that specializes in high-complexity commercial and industrial HVACR services across North America, about growing and scaling a company around great leadership. Jim talks about how they invest heavily in great management - a key to recruiting and retaining great employees, particularly in acquisitions where multiple companies are brought together. They also dive into the future of the trades, the need for increased awareness and entry points into the refrigeration and HVAC field, and the tremendous career and income opportunities in the trades.  In this episode, Trevor and Jim discuss: -Employee retention strategies -Investing in middle management for better retention -Building a strong company culture for retention -The future of recruitment and expansion -Engaging the next generation in refrigeration -How to consolidate companies effectively -The future of CO2 refrigeration -3 keys of building a business: profit, culture and retention -How to retain good employees -The unique and highly coveted skills of HVACR technicians -The massive opportunities and career potential in the trades -Continuing education and going to school later in life -Re-emphasizing skilled work in high school Helpful links and resources: Learn more about The Arcticom Group Email: hello@arcticomgroup.com   Refrigeration Mentor on Instagram Refrigeration Mentor YouTube Channel Upcoming Servicing Compressors, Supermarket and CO2 Trainings:  Learn More Here Learn More About Refrigeration Mentor: https://refrigerationmentor.com/ Get your FREE Service & Compressor Troubleshooting Guide:  Access Here

Episode 206. Investing in Leadership and Training Great Managers with Jim Pape, CEO of The Arcticom Group

In this episode of the Refrigeration Mentor podcast, host Trevor Matthews talks with Andrew Freeburg of Refrigeration Unlimited about the importance of understanding refrigeration electronics. With so many different makes and models controllers in the field, it can be overwhelming. But Trevor and Andrew offer practical tips and advice for getting comfortable with electronics, which will help you identify problems faster, make service calls easier and become a better refrigeration technician. In this episode, Trevor and Andrew discuss: -Understanding supermarket refrigeration electronics -Knowing what controllers are commonly found in your area -Importance of logging and tracking work -How to best use a controller to initially diagnose a problem -Importance of verifying the input readings on a controller -Correctly setting up your set points -Regularly using the controller manual -Using your smartphone to make service calls easier -How to override properly -Reading trend graphs -Learning independently 15 minutes a day Helpful resources & links: Andrew Freeburg on LinkedIn Refrigeration Mentor on Instagram Refrigeration Mentor YouTube Channel Upcoming Servicing Compressors, Supermarket and CO2 Trainings:  Learn More Here Learn More About Refrigeration Mentor: https://refrigerationmentor.com/ Get your FREE Service & Compressor Troubleshooting Guide:  Access Here  

Episode 112: Refrigeration Workforce Development and CO2 Training w/NASRC

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