Empowering the Next Generation of Skilled Trades
IFMA Permian Basin Chapter x Skillpoint Alliance Permian Basin
Tool Bags for Grads Program
The Mission
Bridging the gap between graduation and the first day on the job. We support Skillpoint Alliance Permian Basin graduates by providing the essential professional tools they need to succeed in HVAC and Electrical trades.
Why It Matters
- The Barrier: High-quality tools are a significant upfront cost for new graduates.
- The Impact: 300 students annually enter the Permian Basin workforce.
- The Goal: Ensure every graduate is "job-ready" on day one.
HVAC/Plumbing Tool Bags
- Cost per Tool bag: $550
- Annual Need: ~100 Students
- Total Annual Impact: $55,000
- What’s Inside:
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Electrical Tool Bags
- Cost per Tool bag: $600
- Annual Need: ~300 Students
- Total Annual Impact: $180,000
- What’s Inside:
- Lineman plier
- Needle nose plier
- Channel lock
- "No dog" Torpedo level
- Wire strippers
- 25' Tape measure
- Diagonal side cutter
- Conduit pipe reamer
- Screwdriver set
- Tamper Proof Screwdriver set
- Volt/Amp Meter
- 5/16 Nut driver
- 18oz Straight claw hammer
- Klein 11 in 1 Screwdriver set
- Leather tool pouch & belt




