MTCAZ - SRP Commercial HVACR Certificate Program
We invite your company to participate in the training collaboration between SRP-Nexant and the Mechanical Trade Contractors of Arizona (MTCAZ) to focus on HVACR education initiatives. Nexant is the program administrator for SRP’s Business Solutions energy-efficiency rebate program.
To download a printable pdf with additional information and registration form, go to http://mtcaz.org/images/documents/SRP-Commerical-Certification-Program-2019.pdf
Learn how SRP Business Solutions Programs, rebates and Alliance Contractor partnership can benefit your company. For the FY20 Fiscal Year (May 1, 2019 thru April 30, 2020), SRP has budgeted over $14 million dollars for the commercial rebate programs.
Additionally, for SRP Alliance Contractors, contractors can receive a financial incentive of up to 5% of the total rebate amount for submitting rebate applications. YES you will receive a check for 5% of the light commercial/commercial job in a SRP Territory!
Below is a list of benefits to contractors for completing the Commercial HVACR Energy Efficiency Certification Program:
- Learn to guide sales opportunities by helping your customers become more energy efficient.
- Stay on top of rapidly emerging industry trends towards energy efficiency, such as IDEC, energy management systems & networkable thermostats.
- Gain technical knowledge for optimizing HVAC equipment and controls to operate at maximum efficiency.
- Learn why the Phoenix area has one of the best climates for economizers and free cooling, and learn how to articulate these benefits to customers.
- Learn how to integrate utility rebates and incentives into energy-efficiency projects.
- Trade allies have the potential to receive a 5% incentive of the final rebate amount in SRP’s service area.
- Learn how to have your company listed on SRP’s website as an Energy Efficiency Alliance participant.
- Have your company highlighted in the MTCAZ newsletter.
- Learn how to have your company acknowledged at annual SRP Business Solutions rebate program kickoff meeting and/or the MTCAZ Trade Show.
- Receive a MTCAZ- SRP HVACR Commercial Certificate of Completion for 37 hours of instruction and Master HVAC Commercial Tech Shirt Patch.
Register at www.mtcaz.org call (602) 298-5454 or attend the February 25 luncheon to meet SRP Program Managers to learn more about the program.
MTCAZ Partnership & Member Benefit With Goodman Distribution
MTCAZ is pleased to announce a new partnership & member benefit with Goodman Distribution. As a Goodman/Daikin Distribution A-Plus Accrual Contractor Dealer, MTCAZ membership dues will be reimbursed for up to $1000. You can elect to receive a check or credit your account for up to $1000.
This means that you can join and enjoy the benefits of membership in the Mechanical Trade Contractors of Arizona (MTCAZ) with reimbursement for any out of pocket cost up to $1000! This is an amazing opportunity to receive member pricing on events and education.
Some of the additional benefits you will enjoy as an MTCAZ member include:
- Goodman/Daikin Distribution Membership Reimbursement for A Plus Members-
- Up to $1000 in a check reimbursement or credit your account
- WEX Inc./Quik Trip Gas Program-Earn up to 18 Cents off per gallon
- Cambridge Benefits Solutions- Group Plans for Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Member pricing at monthly informative luncheons and panels
- Member Pricing on Industry seminars and hands on labs- visit www.mtcaz.org for the list of seminars
- Empire Metal Products- 5% off metal purchases
- DL Sales Contractor Filter Program- 10% off air filters and belts
- Commercial Vehicle Fleet Pricing- Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford Jeep, Ram
- Courtesy Chevrolet, Heggs Automotive, Rodeo Ford, Sands Chevrolet
- Rapid Recovery- Complimentary first 2 tanks refrigerant recovery
- Smart Wrap-10-15 % off vehicle wraps
- AAA of Arizona Roadside Service- 15% off a AAA Membership
- Free Annual Outdoor Expo & Car Show
- Free Use of Conference Room (based on availability; advance booking required)
- Free Annual Membership Appreciation Luncheon in partnership with Gateway College HVAC Department
- Member pricing at Spring & Fall Golf & Bowling Tournaments
- Member pricing at Annual Dinner & Trade Show
- Free 1 hour of legal service from MTCAZ approved attorney
- Free copy of the popular Annual MTCAZ HVAC-R Product Directory- http://mtcaz.org/images/documents/product_directory_2018-online.pdf
To take advantage of this opportunity, please complete the following steps:
Complete and return the membership application with payment information.
- MTCAZ will provide your company with a paid receipt.
- You will receive a Welcome Package & Membership Plaque in the mail.
- Return the paid receipt to your Territory Manager.
- You will receive a check for up to $1000 or a credit to your Goodman Account!
GPS Fleet Management and You: Affordable GPS Tracking
GPS fleet management systems and service companies are a perfect fit due to field employees using company vehicles and a need for management to know where they are at any given time. For companies reading this - you have a current system in place, had a system but got rid of it or you think it is not necessary.
The top two reasons most people give for not implementing a GPS system is A) cost and B) employee resistance. Did you know that costs have fallen dramatically over the years and are now well below $1 per day per truck? Add in the increased efficiency and lower insurance rates from modifying driver behavior and the system is extremely cost effective. The next reason, employee resistance, is a valid concern. The idea of big brother watching or the system being used as a hammer against them can cause angst among any staff. Effective communication with your employees will help them understand why you are implementing the system and the goals you hope to accomplish.
For those of you that “had” a GPS system, the reasons for removing it varies greatly but generally can be summed up as: The units didn’t work as promised or costs skyrocketed, employee resistance to change was greater than expected, insufficient program management and thinking in terms that this is a short term project.
Implementing a GPS fleet management system is not like going out and buying a new tubing cutter or a set of test gauges for all your trucks. These systems over time change how a company operates.
Some of the top reasons businesses should be upgraded with GPS vehicle tracking are:
• Plan Routes Efficiently
• Reduce Fuel and Insurance cost
• Enhance Safety for Your Techs and Fleet
• Improve Your Customer Service
• Increase Employee Information
• Better Operational Efficiency
• Track Vehicles and Prevent Unauthorized Vehicle Use
At the end of the day, implementing a fleet tracking system for your business is a smart decision that will provide a beneficial return on your investment, both in dollars as well as the extra time you'll gain from having your fleet completely under control.
Affordable GPS Tracking is a local Phoenix business which has provided fleet tracking solutions for many valley businesses for over 10 years. They are experts in implementing GPS fleet management systems over a wide spectrum of industries at an affordable price. Contact Chuck for a no-obligation system quote, at 623-328-8906 and let them help you!
Chuck Tholen, VP of Business Development, Affordable GPS Tracking
https://affordablegpstracking.com/
