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Are you interested in working as an apartment maintenance technician? While post-secondary education is not required, many employers look for candidates that have completed a program in electro-maintenance and hold a certification and license. That way, they know you have the complete knowledge and skill set to tackle anything that you will find in an apartment complex.
How To Become an Apartment Maintenance Technician
So, how do you start a career as an apartment maintenance technician? There are a few critical steps to prepare for this role. These steps include:
Step #1: Obtaining a High School Diploma or GED
A high school diploma or GED equivalent is a requirement for attending the Electro Mechanical Technologies Program and recommended when applying to most apartment maintenance technician jobs. This shows your commitment to completing your secondary education and your readiness to take on more responsibility.
Step #2: Completing the Electro Mechanical Technologies Program from RSI
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Many employers will look for candidates who have completed a technical program in electro-maintenance, so they don’t need to train them on the job—having a well-rounded education in electricity, solar, HVAC systems, and refrigeration. The knowledge and skills you will need to master to become a successful apartment maintenance technician. Plus, this program can be completed in as little as nine months.
Step #3: Obtain Certifications and Licensing
There are some duties that an apartment maintenance technician will complete that require certification and a license. These duties include:
EPA Section 608 Certification(1) – is a certification for handling hazardous refrigerants when working with air conditioners and refrigerators. The good news is that RSI will prepare you for the exam for the 608 certification, so that you will be ready.
HVAC Excellence and NATE(2) – after the Electro Mechanical Technologies Program, you will be ready to take the NATE exam to prove your proficiency in your HVACR systems knowledge.
Step #4: Find a Job with the Help of RSI
The best part about attending school at RSI is that we have a career services department that can help you find a job after graduation. We will identify opportunities that fit your education and passions and introduce you to employers in the Phoenix community.
Want To Learn More?
Ready to start your new career at one of the best schools for Electro-Mechanical Technology in Phoenix? Because Electro-Mechanical Technology is a hands-on job, technical training is typically required for anyone to enter this field. Many people invest in a trade program to learn the trade skills they need to be safe and effective as a professional. To learn more about our Electro-Mechanical Technologies program offered at the Phoenix, AZ campus, contact us at The Refrigeration School or call 1-888-671-5803.
1. https://www.epa.gov/section608/section-608-technician-certification-requirements
2. https://natex.org/technician/become-nate-certified/getting-started-2
