Custom Air Handling

When Custom Air Handling Solutions set their sights on expanding operations, they found the perfect opportunity in Burton, where they purchased a 50,000 square foot facility to manufacture custom-engineered air handling units and hydronic packages. These advanced systems, designed for heat recovery, dehumidification, and energy recovery, are in high demand across the country.

To prepare the facility for production, Custom Air needed to hire two skilled tradespeople: a certified welder and a journeyman electrician. Representatives from Custom Air Handling Solutions contacted the Flint & Genesee Group, who quickly connected them with GST Michigan Works! for workforce support.

Through this partnership, GST Michigan Works! helped identify, hire, and onboard two experienced professionals: a certified level 1 female welder and a journeyman electrician. 

To support the company’s immediate workforce needs, GST Michigan Works! developed an On-the-Job Training (OJT) plan, which resulted in $4,400 in grant reimbursement to offset onboarding and upskilling costs.

“We are excited to be in Burton, and we have already found great local talent, vendors, and support,” said Jason Kinney, General Manager of Custom Air Handling Solutions, in an interview with ABC12.  “We are looking forward to years of growth and connection to this community.”

Custom Air’s investment is expected to generate nearly 70 new local jobs, offering starting wages of $25/hour plus benefits. Their expansion into Burton also brings significant economic growth to the region, supported in part by a $410,000 performance-based grant from the Michigan Business Development Program.

As they continue to grow, Custom Air Handling Solutions remains committed to working with GST Michigan Works! to build a strong, local workforce and drive long-term success in Genesee County.