Big changes are coming to the plumbing and HVAC trades — and the people who train for them now will lead tomorrow. In this energetic episode, we chat with Marty Kuerzi and David McConnell from UA Local 502 about how two industries are converging and what that means for the next generation of skilled workers.

We explore:

• How plumbing and HVAC trades are blending as new technologies hit the market

• The coming shift to heat pump water heaters and air-to-water monobloc systems

• Why apprenticeships, certifications and cross-trade training matter more than ever

• The role of unions and UA Local 502 in preparing workers for industry change

• Why contractors who invest in education will thrive while others fall behind

Marty, David and Clifton share an honest, ground-level look at the skills, mindset and teamw ...