The HIRE Vets Medallion Program is the only federal-level award for veterans’ employment.

The 79,000-square-foot training facility will feature 50 welding booths and multiple technology-equipped classrooms for continuing education classes.

Among the materials were 19 toilets, lavatories and faucets (donated by Kohler Co.); more than 30 PVC pipe sections (donated by CISPI); plus wood, Masonite and plywood.

The HVAC Training Center, which is the first of its kind to provide training on multiple types and brands of HVAC equipment, boasts 33,000 square feet of indoor facilities, including technology labs, seminar space, and classrooms.

The association handed out a number of awards during its annual convention.

A dedicated team of contractor volunteers arrived two days before the competitions to assemble the competitor test benches, distribute the materials and supplies and setup the testing areas.