Field Service Technician Apprenticeship
- Description
- Curriculum
- Notice
The primary goal of the Field Service Apprenticeship course is to give you a basic understanding of the Inspection process. This is a prerequisite course for any CTDL Certifications and registration is contingent upon successful completion of The Work Order curriculum.
Core Competencies
- Understanding Field Service Technician Terminology and reporting upon such;
- Determining Occupancy Status and properly documenting such;
- Performing Real Time Assessments and shielding Client liability;
- Properly documenting photographic history based upon unique Client needs;
- Building initial Asset Property Inspection Reports for Client; and
- Chronicling occupancy, progress, and safety issues for Client
What is the target audience?
- This is an Apprentice level Module
- The Work Order Module is a prerequisite
- This Module is a prerequisite for all Inspector Journeyman and Master Certifications
The skillsets required for a Field Service Technician are fundamentally based upon a high school diploma or a GED equivalent. Proficiency in the English language are mandatory. Familiarity with a Windows based desktop computer system combined with the ability to operate a smartphone are required. Attention to detail is a core component of becoming a Field Service Technician.
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Overview of Lawn Mowers🎯 Learning Objectives:
By the end of this module, learners will be able to:
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Identify the main components of a manual push mower.
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Understand the advanced features of zero turn mowers.
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Compare both mower types for field suitability.
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Choose the right equipment for different lawn maintenance tasks.
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Overview of Blowers and Weed Eaters
🎯 Learning Objectives:
By the end of this module, you will be able to:
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Identify the main components of gas and battery-powered weed eaters and blowers.
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Understand the operational differences between power sources.
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Choose the right tool based on job scope and jurisdiction.
- Recognize the pros and cons of each type for field use.
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Power Equipment Safety
🎯 Learning Objectives:
By the end of this module, you will be able to:
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Follow industry-standard safety practices for all types of lawn equipment.
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Identify specific safety considerations for gas-powered and battery-powered tools.
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Handle fuel and oil responsibly to avoid injury and environmental harm.
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Protect yourself, others, and the asset while performing work.
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You Don't Need a Million Dollar MowerLawn Maintenance Basics
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Lawn Maintenance SafetyLawn Safety Quiz -
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Shrub Maintenance
Basic shrub maintenance
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The Costs of Lawn Maintenance
🎯 Learning Objective:
Field Service Technicians will develop an informed, confident approach to lawn maintenance bidding using industry-accepted cost structures and operational realities. By the end of this module, learners will:
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Understand the difference between Initial Grass Cuts (IGC) and Routine Grass Cuts (RGC)
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Learn to calculate true job costs and factor those into a fair bid
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Recognize and defend against profit-eroding client strategies
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Reference and leverage HUD, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac pricing benchmarks
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Lawn Maintenance BiddingBidding Quiz
New session opens 15 November 2024. If you would like a discount, reach out to your Client for their Enterprise Code.
Successful completion of all Field Service Technician coursework and testing.
