6 Ways to More Effectively Provide In-Field Training for New HVAC Technicians

AHR News Feb 2026

RIGHT THE FIRST TIME: From mentorship to fundamentals, contractors share how they are improving field training outcomes.



The HVAC industry is suffering from a labor shortage, and to combat it, more and more contractors are getting creative about where they’re sourcing talent. But as pressure mounts to bring these new hires up to speed quickly, it becomes a balancing act of using experienced technicians in the field to mentor and train, while also keeping day-to-day operations unimpeded

Classroom training isn’t the same as hands-on instruction in the field, so establishing intentional training in daily operations has become a popular option.

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