Recent News
Recent News
New IFMA program provides tool bags to trade school graduates in Permian Basin
A new initiative launched by the International Facility Management Association’s (IFMA) Permian Basin chapter aims to pull down the final financial hurdle for local trade school graduates by giving them the exact tools they need to start working on day one.
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Roger Orona joins Skillpoint Alliance as new Permian Basin electrical instructor
Skillpoint Alliance recently hired Roger Orona as its new electrical instructor in the Permian Basin. The nonprofit organization provides fast, free job training in trades like electrical, plumbing, and HVAC to people in underserved communities. Orona brings more than 20 years of experience …
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Skillpoint Alliance welcomes veteran as Permian Basin electrical instructor
MIDLAND Skillpoint Alliance, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to underserved and under-accessed populations — has hired Army veteran and licensed journeyman electrician Roger Orona as its … Read More
New electrical apprenticeship program arrives in Permian
Midland Reporter-Telegram
PSP highlights $2.3 billion in investment across region
PSP highlights $2.3 billion in investment across region
Midland Reporter-Telegram
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CenTex IEC launches first-of-its-kind electrical apprenticeship program in the Permian Basin Odessa American
Pre-apprenticeship training will be provided by Skillpoint Alliance, a nonprofit workforce development organization preparing individuals for careers in the skilled trades.
Free electrical training program coming to Hobbs
The training covers the basics needed to work as an entry-level electrical apprentice. Students will receive hands-on experience with tools and learn about electrical safety, wiring, and conduit work for both homes and businesses. Participants will also earn an OSHA 10 certification, which is a recognized safety credential that can help when applying for future jobs. Read More
Del Valle area gets more training for manufacturing jobs and skilled trades
February 12 Austin Monitor: Del Valle area gets more training for manufacturing jobs and skilled tradesStudents and job seekers in Del Vallejust east of Austin have new resources for training in skilled trades and advanced manufacturing. Read More
July 10
News4SA: Free Certified Production Technician course boosts job prospects in New Braunfels
A free six-week Certified Production Technician course is now being offered in New Braunfels by the nonprofit organization Skillpoint Alliance.
June 25
KXAN-TV (NBC, Austin): ‘It’s really helpful’: Central Texas workforce programs receive thousands in state funding
Twenty workforce skills training and job placement programs received more than $6.3 million in grant funding, Gov. Greg Abbott announced Monday.
Two of those programs are in the Austin area: American YouthWorks and Skillpoint Alliance.
June 24
News West 9: Skillpoint Alliance, which serves several counties in Permian Basin, receiving Texas Talent Connection grants
Skillpoint Alliance is receiving $210,000 for year two of the Expanding Rural Community Economic Pathways project.
May 23
Odessa American: Skillpoint Alliance appoints Maria Luna Delgadillo as site director for Permian Basin
Skillpoint Alliance Permian Basin has appointed Maria Luna Delgadillo as the site director for Skillpoint Alliance’s Permian Basin program.
May 20
KTBC-TV (FOX, Austin): Helping homeless vets land jobs
Skillpoint Alliance is partnering with Helpers of Change, an Austin nonprofit, to help them outreach to 50 potential students, with the goal of training at least 20.
April 5
News West 9: Skillpoint Alliance graduate honors her family by opening a start-up company
Brysa Hinojosa and her partner opened up Foreman’s Electrical Supply after graduating from Skillpoint Alliance.
February 28
Austin Business Journal: New Austin workforce academy to support $25B in infrastructure improvements
As Austin preps for more planes, trains and automobiles, city leaders and industry professionals aim to establish a workforce academy to ensure Austinites will be equipped to meet the demands of generational improvements.
February 12
Austin Monitor: Del Valle area gets more training for manufacturing jobs and skilled trades
Students and job seekers in Del Vallejust east of Austin have new resources for training in skilled trades and advanced manufacturing.