
Customizable Facilities Training

Facilities Training That Builds Confidence, while reducing downtime and cost.
At Care Navigation Solutions, we believe that a well-trained facilities team is the backbone of a safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation. Our comprehensive training programs are designed to strengthen your team’s skills in diagnosing, maintaining, and optimizing critical building systems.
Our training covers a wide range of disciplines, including:
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HVAC Systems – Proper diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and repair strategies.
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Plumbing – Troubleshooting, repair techniques, and best practices for system longevity.
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Electrical Systems – Safety protocols, problem identification, and repair methods.
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Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) – OSHA-compliant safety procedures to protect staff and equipment.
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Turf Management – Care and maintenance of grounds and outdoor facilities.
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Foodservice Equipment Repair - Diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and repair procedures.
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Life Safety Compliance - We provide expert guidance to help facilities implement, manage, and sustain every aspect of Life Safety Code compliance. Our approach ensures your organization not only meets regulatory requirements but also builds a proactive culture of safety.
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General Maintenance - We cover pest management, door controls, bed and lift repairs, nurse call light systems and more.
In partnership with a leading educational, consultant, we deliver instruction that not only meets but exceeds industry standards. Each session blends hands-on training with real-world scenarios, enabling your team to apply knowledge immediately in their day-to-day work.
Our primary goal is to give your team the confidence and technical ability to make informed decisions, such as determining when repairs can be handled in-house versus when to bring in outside contractors, and whether to repair or replace equipment. This knowledge empowers your organization to save money, minimize downtime, and improve operational efficiency.
We also understand that every facility operates differently. That’s why we offer flexible training options:
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At our new training/showroom – Located in Grand Island, NE, opening February 2026, fully equipped for hands-on instruction.
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Onsite at your Location – Bringing our training directly to your team for maximum convenience and minimal disruption.
By investing in your staff’s skills today, you’re building a stronger, more self-reliant team for tomorrow. At Care Navigation Solutions, we don’t just train technicians—we equip problem-solvers.
Plumbing Training
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Parts Identification: Learn to correctly identify and source plumbing components.
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Faucets: Repair and installation of common faucet types.
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Toilets: Troubleshooting, repair, and full installation.
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Water Lines: Techniques for repairing leaks and maintaining line integrity.
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Shutoff Valves: Proper installation and replacement methods.
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Soldering Basics: Hands-on instruction for safe and effective pipe soldering.
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Mixing Valves: Operation principles and installation procedures.
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Garbage Disposals: Diagnosis, repair, and new installation.
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Clogs & Backups: Correct methods for clearing and preventing drain blockages.
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Ice Machines: Proper cleaning and flushing procedures for reliable performance.
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Water Heaters: Preventive maintenance and diagnostic troubleshooting.
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Recirculating Pumps: Diagnostic and replacement techniques.
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Boilers: Ongoing maintenance and operational safety.
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Backflow Preventers: Inspection, testing requirements, and repair for compliance.
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Check Valves: Installation and troubleshooting of common valve types.
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Emergency Shutoff: Inspections, operational safety, and repairs.
HVAC Training
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System Types & Operation: Overview of common HVAC system designs and their functionality.
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Parts Identification: Recognizing and understanding essential HVAC components.
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Lockout/Tagout (LOTO): Safety practices for de-energizing equipment.
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Regulatory Requirements: EPA 608
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Failure Code Diagnostics: Reading and interpreting diagnostic codes for efficient troubleshooting.
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Airflow & Filtration: Importance of filter maintenance and proper airflow management.
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Unit Servicing: Correct procedures for cleaning and maintaining HVAC systems.
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Coil Maintenance: Proper coil cleaning techniques.
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Condenser Care: Correct cleaning procedures and fin care for optimal performance.
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Thermostats: Diagnosing, programming, and installing thermostats.
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Capacitors: Testing, diagnosing, and replacing faulty capacitors.
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Blower Motors: Diagnosis and full replacement procedures.
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Control Boards: Step-by-step diagnostics and replacement training.
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Compressors: Identifying and troubleshooting compressor issues.
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Reversing Valves: Diagnostic techniques for identifying faults.
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TXV Valves: Troubleshooting and diagnostics of thermal expansion valves.
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Igniters: Testing, diagnosing, and replacing igniters.
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Flame Sensors: Proper cleaning and testing for reliable ignition.
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Inducer Motors: Operation principles and common diagnostic practices.
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Refrigerant Diagnostics: Identifying and addressing low refrigerant levels. Types of refrigerant and regulatory compliance.
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Manifold Gauges: How to connect, read, and use gauges effectively.
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Refrigerant Level Checks: Safe methods for measuring and verifying refrigerant charge.
General Maintenance
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Lawn Irrigation: parts identification, common failures and repairs, controller programing, and system winterization.
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Turf Management: Watering, fertilizer, turf pest, funguses, and regulatory requirements.
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Pest management: Interior and exterior. Rodents, Ants, roaches, bedbugs and best practices.
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Doors: Mag Locks, key pads, exit devices (Push Bars), actuators, digital card readers and electronic strike plates.
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Patient Bed Repair: Component identification, common failures and repairs. Parts replacements.
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Lift Chair and Power Recliners: Component identification, common failures and repairs. Parts replacements.
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Patient Lifts (Full body and sit-to-stand) Inspections, parts identification, common failures and repairs.
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Painting: Paint selections, VOCs, proper technics, equipment selection for each task. Parking lot stripping, concrete coatings, and other specialty coatings.
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Caulking: Correct caulking for application, propper technics, site preparation and cleanup.
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Drywall Repair: Best practices for repairing and replacing drywall. Fire barriers and block requirements.
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Grab Bars: Installation and repair. ADA Requirements
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Food service Equipment Repair: Equipment and parts identification, common failures and repairs, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance.
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Nurse Call Light Systems: Equipment and parts identification, replacement parts, common failures and repairs.
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Roofing: Various types commercial roofing materials, and repair best practices. How to find leaks and identify other issues leaks can create.
Electrical Training
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⚠️ Note: All electrical trainings are informational only. Please refer to the AHJ for oversite, as well as NEC/NFPA.
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Equipment Identification: Electrical system components.
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Lockout/Tagout (LOTO): Safety awareness for electrical de-energization.
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Lighting Requirements: Understanding code standards and maintenance practices.
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Electrical Panels: Layout, identification, and safe handling practices.
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NFPA Standards: Awareness of applicable codes and requirements.
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Testing Tools: Introduction to electrical testing tools, what they are, and how to use them safely.
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Breaker Exercising: Procedures for proper exercising and maintenance.
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Diagnostics of Electrical Components: Identifying and troubleshooting common issues.
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Ceiling Lighting Systems: Servicing ballasts, LED conversions, and bulb type identification.
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Circuit Tracing: Techniques for tracing electrical circuits safely and effectively.
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Breakers: Identification, common failures, and diagnostics.