ServiceTitan's 2026 Elite Trades Championship Series
The excitement is building as the
ServiceTitan Elite Trades Championship Series (SETCS) returns for 2026! Officially kicking off on
April 13, this annual event invites tradespeople from all experience levels to demonstrate their prowess through a free online quiz hosted on
elitetrades.global. Successful participants can look forward to an incredible opportunity: an all-expense-paid trip to
Chicago to compete in an electrifying arena-style championship held on
October 28.
An Arena for Excellence
This championship aims to showcase the best of the best in HVAC and plumbing, allowing skilled trades professionals and apprentices to display their talents in a thrilling environment designed specifically for competitions. With a prize pool exceeding
$120,000, competitors will not only vie for cash awards but also for national recognition and the coveted title of champion.
Tom Howard, the
Vice President of Customer Experience at ServiceTitan, emphasizes the importance of this event by stating, "Championship moments are usually reserved for traditional sports, but we're redefining what that looks like. The ServiceTitan Elite Trades Championship Series puts tradespeople front and center, celebrating the expertise, precision, and problem-solving that power our everyday lives."
Bridging the Workforce Gap
The SETCS continues to address the critical workforce gap in the trades sector while shining a light on the essential contributions of skilled workers. Scott Goldman, the
Head of Content at ServiceTitan, noted, "Tradespeople are essential to the infrastructure we depend on every day. This championship is about more than mere competition; it promotes recognition, inspiration, and fosters new pathways for the upcoming generation of talent."
Industry Leaders Rally Behind the Championship
Support for the 2026 championship comes from numerous prominent brands and organizations that play a vital role in enhancing both the competition and the overall experience. Noteworthy sponsors include
ServiceTitan,
Little Giant Ladder,
Trane,
American Standard,
Malco Group,
NAVAC,
RLS,
Cerro Flow,
Cerroset,
Studson, and
SharkBite, alongside additional backing from
Express Employment Services,
NATE,
UNOH,
HVAC Tactical,
Women in HVACR, and
Florida PHCC.
Looking Ahead
For further details on the ServiceTitan Elite Trades Championship Series or to discover more about the finalists and sponsors, interested parties can visit
elitetrades.global. The SETCS was established in
2016 with a commitment to raising awareness about the increasing shortage of skilled trade workers across the nation. Through its competitions, it has grown into the premier platform that highlights the importance of skilled trades and honors the professionals who have long been unrecognized.
ServiceTitan itself is described as
AI for the trades, providing an operating system that automates business workflows for contractors, from large-scale commercial projects to residential services. By leveraging advanced technology, ServiceTitan equips tradespeople with the tools necessary to thrive in the modern workforce. Learn more about ServiceTitan's innovative solutions at
www.servicetitan.com.