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In this episode, we're walking you through how refrigeration technicians can transition into leadership roles with Ben Boyer of The Arcticom Group. Ben covers the mindset shifts, skills development, and practical steps necessary for career advancement and shares personal anecdotes and essential advice on building confidence, conscious leadership, handling emotional responses, and continuous learning. This episode is packed with guidance and inspiration for any refrigeration technician looking to advance into a management or leadership role.

In this episode, we discuss:

(1:36) How to transitioning to a leadership roles

(5:12) Handling emotions in leadership

(9:49) How to ask for a promotion

(20:43) Overcoming fear of public speaking

(26:09) Personal development for tradespeople

(36:37) How to build relationships with dispatch

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Episode 286. Leadership Training for Technicians with Jim Pape of The Arcticom Group

Episode 125: Next Generation Leadership and Management for HVACR Professionals w/ James Bailey

Episode 187: Making The Leap From Technician To Service Manager - Learning Leadership Skills with Scott Farley of The Arcticom Group

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In this episode, we're talking about electrical troubleshooting. This topic comes up so often in our training programs and it's one that challenges both new and experienced refrigeration technicians. Here, we cover everything from proper voltage, to reading and understanding manuals, and tips for using systematic approaches to solve problems. We also discuss proper calculation of refrigerant charge, electrical safety measures and how to be more efficient in the field.

In this episode, we cover:

-Refrigeration electrical troubleshooting insights

-Importance of reading manuals

-Understanding electrical wiring diagrams

-Electrical troubleshooting techniques

-Resources you can use in the field

-Electrical safety and professional growth

Helpful Links & Resources:

VIDEO: Electrical Troubleshooting 101: How to Diagnose & Fix Refrigeration Problems Like a Pro

Episode 259. CO2 Experts Live: Electrical Troubleshooting with Rusty Walker

Episode 327. Electrical Troubleshooting Strategy

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This episode is another of our live "Morning Coffee" sessions inside our Refrigeration Mentor Community with longtime refrigeration technician, Andrew Freeburg and fellow refrigeration prefessionals. This discussion covers a variety of technical topics including inspecting compressors, proper sensor placement and insulation, particularly for gas cooler outlet sensors, as well as diagnosing system issues such as liquid line frosting due to low refrigerant charge. Interested in joining the next meetup live? Join our FREE Refrigeration Mentor Community today.

In this episode, we cover:

-Hands-on refrigeration training

-Compressor troubleshooting and maintenance

-CO2 refrigeration system best practices

-Ensuring accurate temperature readings

-Drop leg sensor placement and insulation guidelines

-CO2 supermarket refrigeration

-Frosted liquid line

-Thermodynamics in refrigeration

Helpful Links & Resources:

VIDEO: Scroll Compressor Teardown: What to Watch For

VIDEO: Troubleshooting CO2 Gas Coolers with BAC Part 1: Sensors, ECM Fans, Water Issues & Setup Tips

Episode 17. Troubleshooting the Gas Cooler of a Transcritical CO2 Refrigeration System with Lars Hørup Jensen

Episode 133. Your Compressor Success Guide