Episode 55: How Can Companies Fight the Skills Gap?

Bill Jensen and Scott O'Dell of SPM Oil & Gas join the Pumps & Systems podcast to answer questions related to the skills gap. Topics discussed include: What are you seeing as some of the biggest challenges facing the oil and gas workforce right now? How does it impact the workforce that harsher conditions and longer pumping hours have become typical? What should companies look for in a training program to reduce the skills gap? Are there any kind of advances in training that are helping workers improve their skills? What tangible benefits can be experienced when workers' skills are enhanced?

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