PPATEC celebrates March 2026 graduates

Written on: April 24, 2026 by ICM

The Pennsylvania Petroleum Association Technical Education Center (PPATEC) recognized the accomplishments of its March 2026, graduating class, as students completed their training and prepared to enter the skilled trades workforce.

The 400-hour program, lasting 11 weeks, graduated 15 students this Spring, with 12 already securing employment immediately following graduation. Graduates include Carson Martin, Jonathan Carrieri, Luke Boris, John Shirey II, Joey Weinman, Aiden Dauberman, Brian McGlynn, Shane Furman, Josh Pierce, Maddex Yang, Saleem Kahn, Jacob Morales, Peyton Adams, Jaysen Reppert and Gabriel Bracale.

Two graduates utilized GI Bill benefits to support their technical education, highlighting the program’s accessibility to veterans seeking new career opportunities.

PPATEC’s training program emphasizes real-world skills, safety and industry certifications, preparing graduates to meet the evolving needs of employers across Pennsylvania and beyond. Through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on lab experience, students gain the technical knowledge and confidence needed to succeed in high-demand trades careers.