Episode 158: HVAC R&D Podcast – Ty Smith on Apprenticeships, Mentoring and Refrigeration

Episode 158: HVAC R&D Podcast – Ty Smith on Apprenticeships, Mentoring and RefridgerationJoin your host Rhydon Atzenhoffer and guest Ty Smith for an in-depth look at life on the racks, mastering commercial refrigeration, and shaping the next generation of techs.What’s Inside:Life Catch-Up & Hobbies (0:00–17:00)• Balancing family time, fieldwork, and content creation• Highlights from his 2024 trade-year review videoCareer Path, Training & Trade Talk (17:00–46:00)• From day-one in HVAC/R to 15 years in commercial refrigeration• The unique challenges—and rewards—of the commercial sector• Mentorship moments, Skills Canada involvement, and bridging the classroom-to-field gap• Comparing Canadian vs. U.S. apprenticeship models and must-have “day one” skillsCommunity, Collaboration & Giving Back (46:00–54:00)• How the online HVAC/R community has reshaped Ty’s perspective• Rewarding teaching moments and advice for getting involved• Simple ways every tech can start giving back—at home and across bordersEnjoyed the conversation? 👉 Listen now and hit Subscribe so you never miss an episode!🎙️ Want to be a future guest? Share your HVAC story here: https://form.jotform.com/hvacrnd/hvacrnd-podcast-questionnaire🔗 Stay Connected:Instagram: @hvac.rnd | @hvaczoomiesTikTok: @hvac.rndFacebook: facebook.com/HVACRandD | facebook.com/hvaczoomiesLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hvacrnd | linkedin.com/company/hvac-zoomies-podcastWebsite: www.hvacrnd.com📣 Hashtags:#HVAC #Refrigeration #Apprenticeship #TradesCommunity #Mentorship #Podcast #HVACRND