Rolls Mechanical, a leading provider of mechanical contracting services, is excited to announce the launch of its new Electrician Apprenticeship Program, sponsored by GST Michigan Works! This Fenton-based company is committed to delivering high-quality services and innovative solutions and has built a reputation for excellence in the industry, grounded in teamwork and professionalism. The new […]
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Since its founding in 1971, Johnson and Wood Mechanical Contractors has built a legacy of excellence and innovation. Originally focused on educational construction retrofits, the company has expanded its expertise across diverse sectors, including healthcare, automotive, and various industrial fields. This strategic diversification has fueled the company’s growth and extended its reach along the East […]
In June 2024, GST Michigan Works! Business Solutions Professional Roy Reynolds and Mark Bourassa, the new Corporate Recruiter & HR at Rolls Mechanical, met to discuss recruitment efforts and future opportunities with GST Michigan Works! A key topic of discussion was the On-the-Job Training (OJT) program, designed to assist employers with offsetting the costs of […]
Congratulations to GST Michigan Works! Apprenticeship Team for being awarded the Early Childhood Investment Corporation Scale UP Grant. Their dedication to creating our Early Childhood Education apprenticeship program has proven fruitful with the creation of seven new Childcare Development Specialist Programs and 18 Childcare Development Specialists. […]
Harbor Beach Community Hospital faced a significant challenge in filling its Certified Surgical Technologist opening. Leanne, an employee in the Surgical Department, was eager to assist with surgeries but lacked the necessary certification. Recognizing this as a potential apprenticeship opportunity, GST Michigan Works! Apprenticeship Manager reached out to Tina at Harbor Beach Community Hospital. Together, […]
Autokiniton, a leading North American manufacturer of structural components and assemblies for automotive manufacturers, faced a significant challenge: finding skilled Electricians, Maintenance Technicians, and Tool & Die Journeymen in their rural area. Recognizing the need for these roles, Autokiniton took proactive steps to address this gap by developing an apprenticeship program. To ensure comprehensive training, […]
GST Michigan Works! was connected to LJ Inc. through our partnership with the Flint & Genesee Economic Alliance. LJ Inc. worked directly with an outside employment group to complete their Going PRO fact-finding, training plan, and application. After receiving an FY23 Cycle 1 Going PRO award of $77,500.00, GST connected directly with Laura Slieff, President, and […]
Starting a surgical technologist apprentice career means having a solid work ethic, a strong desire to learn, and a commitment to quality. An illustration of this is Sarah from Hills and Dales General Hospital, who completed her registered apprenticeship program on November 29, 2023. Sarah demonstrated success in the constantly changing healthcare field by dedicating […]
Meet Martin, a strong and dedicated person who endured various challenges, such as homelessness, while being a single parent. Martin encountered difficulties adjusting to civilian life and supporting his child after serving his country in the military. Martin didn’t allow the difficulties to stop him from reclaiming his life and giving his family a bright […]
In manufacturing, you continually need to decrease downtime and increase production to remain profitable. Without properly trained employees, manufacturers would not be able to accomplish this. There are many employees in the skilled trades who are close to retirement, so we need to have new journeymen trained and ready to fill those shoes. Manufacturers need […]


