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.

Program Sponsors

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HVAC/Plumbing Tool Bags

  • Cost per Tool bag: $550
  • Annual Need: ~100 Students
  • Total Annual Impact: $55,000
  • What’s Inside:
    • Digital Clamp Meter
    • VIVOHOME HVAC Manifold Gauge Set
    • Klein Tools 646M Tool Set Magnetic Nut Drivers  sizes 1/4 and 5/16 inch, 6-inch shafts, 2-piece
    • BQKKWIN Slotted and Phillips Screwdriver, 6' Long cross - head and flat blade
    • Edward Tool Harden Pro Slip Joint Pliers 8"
    • URASISTO 8-Inch-Long Needle-Nose Side Cutting Pliers
    • 2 Vibedor 8-inch Adjustable Wrench
    • VORIGY 2 pcs HVAC Service Wrench Set, 3/16" to 3/8" & 5/16" x ¼
    • Klein 11 in 1 Screwdriver set
    • VOYAGER Tool Pouch
    • Torpedo level
    • Claw hammer
    • 14" pipe wrench
    • Striker
    • 6" crescent wrench
    • 8" crescent wrench
    • 12" crescent wrench
    • #15 tubing cutter
    • #20 tubing cutter
    • Tin snips (straight)
    • Pencil reamer
    • Hacksaw
    • No hub torque wrench
    • 8oz STEEL PLUMB BOВ
    • Razor knife
    • Allen wrench set (5/64" to 1/4“)

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

Let’s Build the Basin Together
Thank you for investing in our future workforce.

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