The Cooperative Elevator Company, established in 1915, has grown significantly over the years to support the needs of local farmers. The organization markets a variety of commodities, including dry edible beans, corn, wheat, and soybeans. Its retail division supplies essential farm inputs such as seed, chemicals, fertilizer, tires, and petroleum products. In addition, patrons […]
Tag: Truck Driver
Hunter had always been passionate about mechanics. However, he felt a yearning for more responsibility, more skills, and ultimately, a more lucrative salary. That’s when he decided to pursue a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A to boost his employability within his company. On January 16, 2024, Hunter took the first step in his transformative […]
Theodore first came to GST Michigan Works! in January of 2025 seeking a path toward a more stable and long‑term career. At the time, he was working full‑time at O’Reilly Auto Repair, but he knew he wanted a career with opportunities for advancement and the ability to someday retire comfortably. While exploring CDL‑A training options […]
Tyler came to our office with a clear goal in mind: to build a better future for himself and his child by transitioning from his role as a machinist to a career in truck driving. Recognizing both the financial and logistical challenges of making such a significant career change, we were able to assist Tyler […]
Luke was working as an Apprentice Electrician at Zimmerman & Sons Electric, LLC, but needed a CDL-A license to take on additional responsibilities and earn a higher wage. He came to GST Michigan Works! seeking assistance and was determined to complete the training as quickly as possible. With support through grant funding, Luke began his […]
Rodolfo was one of our customers referred to participate in the Re-employment Services and Eligibility Assessment (RESEA) program as a temporary worker. For the past two years, he has been selected to attend RESEA orientation, where he was informed about our services, including job search assistance and the opportunity to continue his education, which would […]
Keegan moved to the Sandusky area in August of 2024 from Lake Orion, seeking new opportunities with family members. Despite his efforts, he struggled to find work. With a background in construction and landscaping, Keegan was eager to continue his career in the same field, but he was finding it challenging to secure full-time employment […]
William came to GST Michigan Works! after being laid off from his job as an HVAC Technician. He needed assistance filing for unemployment and registering for work. Over the course of his 20 weeks of benefits, we worked closely with him on a bi-weekly basis, getting to know not just his work history but also […]
Douglas first visited GST Michigan Works! in November of 2024 to file for unemployment after Cygnus Home Services/Schwan’s, where he had worked since 2001, closed its doors. While at GST Michigan Works!, Douglas shared his goal of earning a CDL-A license to begin a new chapter in his career. Through enrollment in the Dislocated Worker […]
Hunter had always been passionate about mechanics. However, he felt a yearning for more…more responsibility, more skills, and ultimately, a more lucrative salary. That’s when he decided to pursue a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A to boost his employability within his company. On January 16, 2024, Hunter took the first step in his transformative […]