In this episode of the Refrigeration Mentor podcast, host Trevor Matthews talks with Jesse Stewart, National Training Manager at NAVAC, about the importance of self-investment and continuous learning for HVAC technicians to improve efficiency and skill in the trade. Jesse is incredibly passionate about helping HVAC technicians become more efficient and advanced at their trade. Here, he talks in depth about techniques for improving refrigeration system evacuation processes, the new generational attitude around training, proficiency and safety, and even debunks some common myths surrounding A2L refrigerants. 

In this episode, Trevor and Jesse are talking about:

-The generational shift in attitude toward work, safety and training

-Career and financial returns from investing in training

-Free resources for training: podcasts, books etc.

-Importance of mindset in career advancement

-Tips for pulling a better evacuation

-Importance of regular performance checks

-How to perform a faster evacuation

-Bad practices for pulling an evacuation

-Dispelling myths and fears about A2L refrigerants

-Misinformation on social media about A2L’s

-Tips for being a better refrigeration technician

Helpful links & references:

Email Jesse: [email protected]

Learn more about NAVAC: https://navacglobal.com/ 

Learn more about ESCO Group: https://www.escogroup.org/ 

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