EDUCATION
TUESDAY
JANUARY 13, 2026 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
MAINTENANCE FOR OFFICE
Join Us for " Maintenance for Office " – A Hands-On Seminar for office staff!
This is perfect for office staff looking to broaden their skillset and enhance teamwork, this seminar is your go-to solution for fostering collaboration and operational excellence.
Don’ t miss this opportunity to bridge the gap between office and maintenance!
TUESDAY-WEDNESDAY
JANUARY 21, 2026 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
HVAC: TYPES OF HEATING & PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
Apartment Communities Have Four Main Types Of Heating:
Electric baseboard heating, electric furnace heating, gas furnace heating, and hydronic heating. This course contains a little general science, a little mechanical reasoning, and a good dose of practical application to help you tackle the most common issues related to each heating system.
TUESDAY
FEBRUARY 4, 2026 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
FROM APATHY TO EMPATHY
Effectively Communicate and Interact with Residents
Repairing appliances can be time-consuming and expensive. Looking into the simple repairs and fixes can save time and money down the road.
Topics include:
• How to recognize apathetic behavior
• Taking an empathetic approach
• Handling rent increases with empathy
• The importance of knowing your sub-markets
• New tools to handle difficult situations
• Much more!
WEDNESDAY
JANUARY 14, 2026 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
ELECTRICAL 101: THEORY, DISTRIBUTION & SAFETY
Understanding The Important Fundamentals of Electrical Maintenance & Repair
Right now, thousands of apartment residents are flipping on a light switch, watching TV, cooking a meal, working on a computer, or reading by the light of a lamp. No one likes to be in the dark or without access to the things they regularly use. Therefore, it’ s important to handle electrical problems quickly— but even more critically, to do so safely.
In this Electrical 101 course, students will learn about the basics of electrical theory, key electrical terms, electricity and plumbing, electrical safety, and the roles and responsibilities of maintenance professionals.
APPLIANCE REPAIR: SIMPLE FIXES
WEDNESDAY
JANUARY 28, 2026
9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Explore Simple, Overlooked Maintenance Practices That Keep Appliances Running Efficiently
Repairing appliances can be time-consuming and expensive. Looking into the simple repairs and fixes can save time and money down the road.
This class will focus on the stuff that is often overlooked in the maintenance of appliances, such as cleaning, and discuss what parts we should save from appliances that are past their usable lifespan
TUESDAY
FEBRUARY 4, 2026
9:00 AM-12:00 PM
THE BASICS OF MEASUREMENT & BLUEPRINT READING
This class will teach the basics of measurement and blueprint reading, essential skills for maintenance professionals. Students will learn how to properly read a tape measure, including tips and tricks to simplify measurements, as well as the symbols and extra features on a tape measure. The course will also introduce various squares and levels, with practical tips for cutting, leveling, and aligning accurately.
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