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Death By Service Agreement
  
Maybe you need to take a hard look at what those service agreement programs are really costing you. History has shown that most businesses purchased using that method either died a slow agonizing death or were resold for pennies on those dollars. Some of you bought your companies back for pennies on the dollar, didn’t you?  
Are Your Salaried Employees Truly Exempt?
  
While the issue of whether employees are properly classified as exempt is always an issue that could potentially arise, exempt status is more likely to be called into question if and when the Department of Labor (DOL) goes forward with a proposed increase in the salary amount required to qualify as exempt.
5 Technology Trends Changing Everything
  
BIM is still king, but watch out for augmented reality, 3D printing, and much more. Check out the interview with industry tech evangelist Sean McGuire, aka the @MCAAGeek.
How to Handle HR Responsibilities without an HR Department
  
While an organization is busy expanding and scaling their business, having a human resources department probably won’t be at the top of a CEO’s list. 
Were You Looking for This?
  
People tend to think of marketing as some voodoo-laced experiment by hyper-creatives who cause people to start drooling as they withdraw their credit card. And basically, that IS the mission, except for one thing: The hyper-creatives have numbers to hit, which include ‘budget, time and units sold.’
Required to Hire Non-English Speaking Candidates?
  
We have a person applying who is very persistent about getting an interview for a position in our shop. He does not speak English and comes in each time with an interpreter. Can we choose not to interview him because he does not speak English?
   
Norton McMurray Manufacturing Company/NORMAC
      
Chicago Faucets, a Geberit company
   
HISTORICAL OPERA BUILDING GETS PROPRESS
Viega
Philadelphia Metropolitan Opera House, a historic building included on the National Register of Historic Places, began a massive $45 million renovation in 2017 and Viega ProPress was used. Because it was an old building, mechanical contractor Devine Brothers didn’t want to use torches and worry about soldering or fire watch.
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Federated Insurance
   
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MILWAUKEE® is committed to providing drain cleaning professionals with the most portable and versatile drain cleaning solutions. Through a thorough evaluation of the job at hand – the frustrations, needs, previous limitations – MILWAUKEE® sets out to completely rethink a solution, delivering game-changing innovation.
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Education
PHCC-TX Spring 2019 Education Schedule- HOT OFF THE PRESS!
  
$25 OFF ANY CLASSROOM COURSE! *Must pre-register and pre-pay by January 15, 2018, to qualify for promotional discount.* Promo Code: phccspring19
Membership
New Member Spotlight--Allstate Plumbing, Austin, TX
  
They're A Real, Old-Fashioned Plumbing Company ~ Not Just Sewer And Drain Experts. Established in 1996 in Austin Texas, Allstate is a plumbing service & repair company dedicated to professionalism, superior client service and satisfaction. They specialize in all types of plumbing jobs from simple household problems to the most difficult. "They do the job right...One Customer at a time"
One United Voice Matters!
  
They say that there is power in numbers. We need you to lend your voice to our efforts as we prepare to respond to the recent Sunset Commission recommendations regarding TSBPE. Please join us in our fight to protect the license you hold and the agency that oversees your industry. For an introductory price of just $750, you can become a part of "the" association for the plumbing and hvac industry in Texas. See the application attached and join today!
Benefits
HVAC & Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship *ONLINE* Course
  
The HVAC & Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship Course is aimed at prospective apprentices to provide them with more information about the p-h-c industry. During this six module course, participants will learn what is required to pursue a career in the industry as well as key skills and techniques to help them succeed in apprenticeship. In addition, the course is perfect for prospective employees, office staff who need more industry knowledge and new employees working for wholesalers.
Plumbing & HVAC Apprenticeship *ONLINE* Courses
  
The PHCC Educational Foundation offers online plumbing and HVACR apprentice courses for apprentices who need a non-classroom based method of receiving their apprenticeship instruction. This program is recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment & Training Administration, Office of Apprenticeship, as a reasonable option for apprentice training. Each course is the equivalent of one year of classroom instruction.