need advice -- job interview

[coolingkid]

hey guys I have a job interview in a few days what should I do to prepare myself for it. Im just really nervous. If you were asked what pay would you like (Iam entry level)? I just need some advice

thank you

[framehvac]

Originally posted by coolingkid
hey guys I have a job interview in a few days what should I do to prepare myself for it. Im just really nervous. If you were asked what pay would you like (Iam entry level)? I just need some advice

thank you

Were do you live?

[coolingkid]

chicagoland area

[framehvac]

Originally posted by coolingkid
chicagoland area

$8, to $10. to start out in most cases but in chicago area you may get more do you have tools & a EPA card?When you go in just let them know who & what you are about as for been really nervous all they can do is tell you is no the interview is about you not them so in the interview you most step up & just let it go.Good luck.

[coolingkid]

I have tools and EPA Universal 608

what questions would you expect them to ask?

[Wild Leg]

Originally posted by coolingkid
I have tools and EPA Universal 608

what questions would you expect them to ask?

"When can you start?"

[Edited by bwal2 on 03-02-2005 at 07:23 AM]

[coolingkid]

when ever you would like me to start

[coolingkid]

hahha

[Wild Leg]

Hey, kid.

Actually I was answering the question you asked.

Go in with a eyes wide open, and a confident smile.
You have just finished a comprehensive field of study.
(Now the real learning begins.)

Make sure you leave the jewelry at home.
Dress for the position you are interviewing for.
If you've got tattoos, keep 'em covered.
Get an employable haircut.

The questions will vary.

Here's a link.
http://hvac-talk.com/vbb/showthread.php?threadid=22459

Good luck.

[coolingkid]

thank you for helping me out

im gonna wear a nice shirt and tie
and just let them know what im about

[framehvac]

Will you show up on time?Do you work hard?Do you get along with others?Do you do drugs or drink or smoke?Can you drive a big van?Do you have a epa card?Do you have tools?How many hour can you work a week?They may ask you some hvac questions but if you don't know just say I don't know you will be a helper at first so you don't have to know much.Ask to work with the best installer they have that way you can be a good installer some day liston to him at all timeS get on his good side he will be the one that gives you a raise your boss will ask him first.If he goes in the supply house then you go don't set in the van if he goes under a house then you go to.Don't ever sleep on the job ever that will show a sign of weakness It will come back to bite you in the @ss.GOOD LUCK!

[tinner73]

what kind of work do you want to do? resi or commercial?

[dhvac]

For entry level they probably will not be asking too many technical questions. Besides you either know it or you don’t stressing out wont help. As far as the rest goes there is no need to try to prep just be honest. Be clean and neat take note pad and pen if they offer you a job there may be info you want to write down. And you are interviewing them you have the right to ask questions also, what is important to you in a job? Write your questions down it shows you are prepared and actually care about the job. One more thing if you’re early, you’re on time if you’re on time your late leave in enough time to be 15 to 30 min early.

[Wild Leg]

Oh, and be sure to be on time (early) for the first day at work.

[coolingkid]

thanks guys ! I'm looking for work in residential and light commercial. I want a job really bad in Hvac and im really excited to get a chance to work in the field.

what wage would you expect to make ? and what benefits would you ask if they offered?

[tinner73]

you should sign up at the union halls.

[tech cr]

Interviews go both ways. When they ask you "you have any questions?" Make sure you ask about the company and show interest in the interviewers' background. Remember, people like to talk about themselves. trust me it works. good luck!

[coolingkid]

what questions would you ask them about the company?
thanks for your time guys

[tech cr]

Originally posted by coolingkid
what questions would you ask them about the company?
thanks for your time guys

..How did the co. start? What year did it start? How many guys work there? What's the long term goals of the co.? you know, kinda suck up to them. they like that..haha

[MikeJ]

'im gonna wear a nice shirt and tie '

You applying for sales?

Leave the tennys at home. Wear a work boot, but not new.
A stain or two on a shirt (but not from food) helps too.

Think before responding to any question. Even if you know the answer readily, count to three, then respond. Shows that you can analyze/interpret.

When asked about your schooling, brag about any accomplishments, this will probably be the last time you can brag about any accomplishments for several years so make use of it. Tell what interested you. If you feel comfortable covering subjects that didn't interest you or you didn't do well in, mention but don't elaborate on them. Keep most things positive.

I remember one interview towards the end the guy said something like, "tell me 6 things that you expect from the company." My mind went blank..... but I recoverd and mentioned pay, benefits, training when needed, safety, etc. and came out of it. Then he and I discussed a few more. He knew that question threw me. I was geared towards the "what I can do for the company" thinking.

That interview went over 2 hours and he filled two pages on a legal pad. (Don't let that bother you, they are the interviewers notes for a lot of reasons, some of it I think was his grocery list too.)


'what questions would you ask them about the company?'

Good one to be prepared for:
Might inquire about a van, gas purchase, how it is serviced and what they expect you to do, but keep it short.

On call duties. May as well know up front what is expected. Slow times, lay offs etc.

Uniforms, clothing requirements, tools and materials that are furnished etc.

That's a few things to think about. Practice at home with a family member or by yourself. Don't fidgit, sit still and if you get into a long interview, take a break by getting a drink or bathroom. This can be done and sometimes the interviewer will ask if you want something. Take it, he probably wants a break too.

Good luck.

[Edited by MikeJ on 03-11-2005 at 07:55 AM]