Technician Management
Track your team's profiles, certifications, specializations, and work history. Never miss a certification renewal again.
Technician Profiles
Create comprehensive profiles for each team member:
Basic Information
- Full name and contact info
- Employee ID or contractor number
- Phone and email
- Emergency contact
- Start date
Skills & Specializations
- Primary trade (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, IT)
- Secondary skills
- Equipment specializations
- Manufacturer certifications
- Years of experience
Certification Tracking
Keep track of all licenses & certifications with automatic expiry alerts:
Common Certifications by Trade
HVAC
EPA 608
NATE
R-410A
OSHA 10
Electrical
Journeyman
Master Electrician
Low Voltage
Plumbing
Journeyman
Master Plumber
Backflow
IT/Network
CompTIA A+
Network+
CCNA
Certification Details
For each certification, track:
| Certification Name |
Official name of the certification |
| Issuing Authority |
Organization that issued it (EPA, state board, vendor) |
| Certificate Number |
License or certificate number for verification |
| Issue Date |
When the certification was obtained |
| Expiry Date |
When renewal is required |
| Status |
Valid
Expiring Soon
Expired
|
Expiry Alerts
The system automatically alerts you when certifications are nearing expiry:
- 90 days before: Early warning - time to schedule renewal
- 60 days before: Reminder to begin renewal process
- 30 days before: Urgent - ensure renewal is in progress
- Expired: Alert that certification has lapsed
Compliance Note: Many jurisdictions require specific certifications for technicians to perform certain work. Expired certifications can result in fines, liability issues, or invalid insurance coverage.
Work History
Track which technicians have worked on which clients:
- Service Records: Link service visits to the technician who performed them
- Client Familiarity: See which technicians have experience with specific clients
- Dispatch Planning: Assign technicians who already know the site
- Accountability: Track who made changes to documentation
Adding Technicians
- Go to SP Dashboard → Technicians
- Click Add Technician
- Enter profile information
- Add certifications with expiry dates
- Assign specializations
- Save the profile
Pro Tip
Set up calendar reminders in addition to system alerts. When a certification is 90 days from expiry, schedule the renewal appointment immediately to avoid last-minute rushes.