Technician Development Onsite Visit
Why are coaching onsite visits so helpful? One reason is that a different set of eyes can offer a fresh perspective to your business. Case in point: This past August, I was invited to Stewart Plumbing in Southaven, Mississippi. My mission? Meet their team and work with Stewart’s plumbing service manager, Mike Robbins, to improve […]
NexTech Academy HVAC Technical Onsite Training
Wish you could provide your HVAC field staff with ongoing training for the technical skills that would help them be more efficient and confident on the job? Ongoing technical training typically gets put on the back burner – that is, until your technicians have callbacks and warranty calls! If you’re wondering how you can get […]
Meet J.C Newman, Roscoe Brown AC Technician and NexTech Academy Graduate
J.C. Newman remembers exactly when all the knowledge he gathered during his NexTech Academy HVAC training clicked. He recently recalled the personal career momentum and self-confidence he felt that day, while riding with his mentor and manager. “It’s the moment I’ll never forget,” explained J.C., air conditioning technician at Roscoe Brown, a third-generation HVAC and […]
NexTech Grads, Jumpstart Your New Career Here
With hours of hands-on training and technical skills-building under their tool belts, beginning this fall our NexTech Academy graduates can take advantage of several new rewards and special offers highlighted below to continue to fuel success in the field! Ready, Set, On-The-Go! NexTech grads, are you seeking a handy and reliable solution for trusted troubleshooting […]
10 Laws of NexTech Academy: Law 2: Align All Departments on the Value of Technical Training
In a previous article, you were introduced to the first law, or guideline, that will foster success in the NexTech Academy vocational training program. Law 1 covers the importance of a thoughtful training plan. But having a training plan isn’t enough to achieve success. Your plan will go nowhere fast if members of your team […]
10 Laws of NexTech Academy: Law 1: Create a Thoughtful Training Plan Before Training Begins
Creating a plan for training is often an exercise in reverse engineering. We frequently begin with a vision of the finished product, and then slowly and methodically break it down to its key components. Once the vision is set, the true planning can begin. Case Study: Nexstar Network holds a conference once a year called […]
The 10 Laws of NexTech Academy
Let’s face it: finding qualified technicians isn’t as easy as it once was. Most companies have realized this fact and shifted their hiring practice towards finding candidates with the right attitude. Technical skills can be trained! When NexTech Academy – Nexstar’s online, self-paced, trades-focused technical training school – was introduced in 2018, it was an […]
NexTech Academy Coaching Assignments
What’s New at NexTech Academy? Since the formation of NexTech Academy, the coaches have served as subject matter experts, creating content for NexTech’s plumbing, HVAC, and electrical programs. Now that much of the content has been created, and in some cases re-created, the coaches of NexTech Academy are shifting into a coaching and support role […]
Our Electrical Coach’s Favorite Lesson: Switching Configuration
Over a year ago, our online trade school program has decided to move away from the traditional textbook look and feel. We wanted to redesign the content in our electrical program to fit employed students who are pursuing continuing education. We wanted to deliver a new and improved interactive learning experience with relevant information that […]
How Much Money Does a Technician Earn?
Everyone wants a job they love. Of course, love can mean different things to different people. Some employees want challenges. Some workers look for flexible hours. Many people want long-term job security. Your list is going to suit your specific lifestyle and needs. But there is one attribute that everyone can agree on: good pay. […]
