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Overview
Work History
Education
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Licenses Certificates Awards Achievements
Awards
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Robert (Bob) Recko HVAC/R Educational Consultant

Spencer,MA

Summary

I have 55 years in the HVAC/R industry, 45 years as an instructor and program coordinator. This gives me a unique perspective on where the industry has been and where technology and Climate Change are taking us. I have been instrumental in the creation and implementation of several programs as well as integrating online content into hybrid modalities. My success is evidenced by the hundreds of successful graduates and widespread support and approval of local employers.

Overview

55
55
years of professional experience

Work History

HVAC/R Educational and Curriculum Consultant

Self Employed
03.2022 - Current

Online Content Creator and Consultant

Assabet Technical Institute
03.2022 - Current

HVAC/R Program Coordinator

Quinsigamond C.C.
08.2011 - 05.2022

Instructor/Program Director HVAC/R

Worcester Technical H.S.
09.1999 - 06.2010

Instructor/Program Director HVAC/R

Worcester Technical Institute
08.1986 - 08.1999

Vocational Instructor, HVAC

Bay Path Vocational High School
01.1978 - 01.1986

Refrigeration Technician

Westinghouse Electric
01.1969 - 01.1978

Education

Certificate in Online Instructor Training -

Convene.com
06.2002

Certificate in HVAC Design -

Northeastern University
Boston, MA
01.1990

Occupational Teacher Approval -

Fitchburg State College
Fitchburg, MA
01.1980

Certificate in AC/R -

Northeast Institute
Boston, MA
01.1969

Skills

  • Course design
  • Teaching strategies
  • Learning Strategies
  • Course Management
  • Task Prioritization

Licenses Certificates Awards Achievements

  • EPA 608 Universal Certification
  • Massachusetts State Refrigeration License
  • Massachusetts Occupational Approval (HVAC/R)
  • NATE Certification Training
  • Registered EPA 608 Proctor @ ESCO

Awards

Guest Presenter at National HVACexcellence Conference - 2022

Faculty Award - HVACRedu.net - 2008

Special Faculty Leadership Award - Worcester Technical Institute - 1999

Timeline

HVAC/R Educational and Curriculum Consultant

Self Employed
03.2022 - Current

Online Content Creator and Consultant

Assabet Technical Institute
03.2022 - Current

HVAC/R Program Coordinator

Quinsigamond C.C.
08.2011 - 05.2022

Instructor/Program Director HVAC/R

Worcester Technical H.S.
09.1999 - 06.2010

Instructor/Program Director HVAC/R

Worcester Technical Institute
08.1986 - 08.1999

Vocational Instructor, HVAC

Bay Path Vocational High School
01.1978 - 01.1986

Certificate in Online Instructor Training -

Convene.com

Certificate in HVAC Design -

Northeastern University

Occupational Teacher Approval -

Fitchburg State College

Certificate in AC/R -

Northeast Institute

Refrigeration Technician

Westinghouse Electric
01.1969 - 01.1978
Robert (Bob) Recko HVAC/R Educational Consultant