GO TIME

BUILD AN HVAC BASIC MAINTENANCE & BASIC SERVICE TECH WORKSHOP
2026-11-30 - 2026-12-11 | Go Time Lab, 1500 Central Park Dr, Hurst, TX, 76053, United States
This 11-day journey is packed with hands-on-learning and expert instruction covering everything from fundamentals skills to empowering technicians to excel in their craft. The curriculum covers fundamental skills, advanced diagnostics, and essential life skills crucial for success in the field.
Day 1: Introduction and Fundamentals

Introduction to the class and learning expectations
Safety protocols
Fundamentals of heat transfer and refrigeration theory
Identification of components and piping
Understanding saturation, superheat, and subcooling

Day 2: Metering Devices and Refrigeration Cycle

Introduction to life skills: integrity and professionalism
Types of metering devices and proper charging techniques
Drawing and explaining the refrigeration cycle
Lab rules and expectations
Troubleshooting refrigerant issues

Day 3: Air Conditioning Tune-Up and Heat Pump Cycle

Introduction to life skills: customer communication
Air conditioning tune-up procedures
Understanding the heat pump cycle
Effects of airflow on refrigerant charge
Before and after maintenance documentation

Day 4: Electrical Safety and Troubleshooting

Introduction to life skills: equipment care
Electrical safety precautions
Reading and interpreting electrical diagrams
Proper use of electrical meters
Troubleshooting electrical components

Day 5: Advanced Electrical Skills

Introduction to life skills: goal setting
Drawing detailed electrical diagrams
Troubleshooting compressor and electrical circuit issues
Maintenance techniques and best practices

Day 6: Electric Heat Strip and Wiring Techniques

Introduction to life skills: teamwork and collaboration
Understanding electric heat strip components
Hands-on wiring exercises
Confidence-building activities

Day 7: Low Voltage Systems and Fan Motor Troubleshooting

Introduction to life skills: aiming high
Troubleshooting low voltage systems
Measuring amperage
Hands-on fan motor troubleshooting

Day 8: Customer Engagement and Service Excellence

Introduction to life skills: attitude and professionalism
Exceeding customer expectations
Role-playing customer interactions
Effective communication strategies

Day 9: Continued Skills Development and Assessment

Continued low voltage troubleshooting
Hands-on soldering and copper work
Student assessment and feedback
Presenting membership options to customers

Day 10: Gas Furnace Diagnostics and Testing

Step-by-step gas furnace tune-up procedures
Understanding gas furnace components and safety precautions
Diagnosing and troubleshooting common issues
Gas manifold pressure testing

Day 11: Graduation and Reflection

Graduation ceremony
Recap of key learnings and achievements
Excitement for applying newfound knowledge in the field

Darryl Otto
This Technician Whisperer is equipped with an innate ability to translate your vision and synchronize your techs so that they’re playing like a well- oiled team, resulting in consistency, efficiency, and harmony.

BEST INSTALL PRACTICES WORKSHOP
2026-12-14 - 2026-12-18
This course is designed to cover the critical aspects of retrofitting new systems, focusing on best practices that are often overlooked and lead to premature system failure and callbacks. The training emphasizes communication with the salesperson and homeowner to ensure accurate installations and happy clients.
Throughout the course, students will develop confidence and learn essential installation techniques, reducing the need for extended field training and minimizing potential bad habits. They will complete tasks using common materials and perform both up-flow and horizontal installations.
The curriculum includes training in electrical skills, refrigerant charging, recovery, evacuation, brazing, pressure testing, and basic HVAC operations.
Day 1: Introduction and System Operations

Introduction to the course and expectations
Safety protocols and procedures
Overview of essential tools of the trade
Understanding components and system operations

Day 2: Electrical Skills and Refrigerant Recovery

Safe practices in electrical systems
Refrigerant recovery procedures
Drains and drain pan installation
Line sets and brazing techniques

Day 3: Pressure Testing and Install Design

Pressure testing and system evacuation procedures
Equipment verification and quality checks
Introduction to system design for proper installation

Day 4: Hands-on System Installation

Installation of systems in up-flow and horizontal orientations
Start-up operations and system testing
Duct materials and duct sealing techniques

Day 5: System Verification and Communication Skills

Verification of system operations for efficiency
Airflow comprehension and optimization
A.R.E. process for installers (Customer-focused, Accuracy, Reliability, Efficiency)
Effective homeowner communication strategies

Darryl Otto
This Technician Whisperer is equipped with an innate ability to translate your vision and synchronize your techs so that they’re playing like a well- oiled team, resulting in consistency, efficiency, and harmony.
