Careers & Jobs for Veterans in Michigan

Michigan holds the distinction of having beautiful natural landscapes, and has more freshwater shoreline than any other state in the nation, and Michigan will be the best place to live in America by the end of the century, according to Popular Science magazine. About 7.5% of Michigan adults are military veterans.

The Top Industries for Veterans in Michigan

Michigan has a diverse economy, but it is widely known as the center of the U.S. automotive industry. It is home to the country's three major automobile companies.

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JOB LISTINGS

DOD Sales
Company: Avfuel Corp
Job Ref: # 9707797
Date Posted: 5/22/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Remote, MI
Category: Energy

Job Description

This role is responsible for driving revenue growth and expanding market presence within the government and military aviation segment. The position develops and executes strategic sales plans, manages key accounts, and actively pursues new business opportunities while serving as a trusted advisor to customers. Working cross-functionally with supply and operations teams, this role helps lead contract negotiations, and deal structuring to align customer needs with global fuel capabilities. The ideal candidate brings extensive aviation sales experience, strong analytical and negotiation skills, and a results-driven approach to consistently achieve sales targets and strengthen long-term customer relationships.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to expand market share and increase revenue within the government and military segment
Consistently meet annual sales goals and budgets
Manage and grow existing business while actively hunting and closing new opportunities
Identify and penetrate new markets within the government and military aviation sector
Serve as a trusted advisor by understanding customer operations, fuel strategies, and business objectives
Coordinate pricing strategy, contract negotiations, and commercial deal structuring
Partner with supply and operations teams to align customer demand with global fuel supply capabilities
Support the development and management of strategic supplier relationships
Monitor government/military aviation trends, fuel markets, and competitive activity
Represent Avfuel at industry events and trade shows
Complete expense reports, call reports, and CRM updates in a timely and accurate manner
Review quote activity and initiate follow ups to drive deal closure
Other duties as assigned by manager

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
10 years of sales experience within aviation or in a target driven government/military environment
5+ years' experience in prospecting sales and closing new business
Aviation experience required in fuel or flight operations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel and Outlook, CRM
Demonstrated success managing large or complex accounts
Proven ability to negotiate high value agreements
Strong strategic, analytical, and decision-making skills
Keen attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to travel as required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated, proactive, and results oriented with a strong sense of urgency
Demonstrated ability to take ownership of tasks and drive them through to full completion, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with organizational goals
Customer focused mindset

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Service Technician
Company: Hobart
Job Ref: # 3199698
Date Posted: 1/1/1900 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Detroit, MI
Category: Food
Salary: $28 - $35

Job Description

Are you mechanically and electrically inclined? Do you like providing customers with quality service solutions?

Join our team and become a part of the leading nationwide provider of commercial food equipment service!

You will work with customers to electrically/mechanically troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain a variety of commercial food equipment to include cooking, food preparation, ware washers, weigh wrap, baking and refrigeration.
You will typically leave from home each morning and work with minimal direct supervision at customer sites.
You will meet or surpass weekly productivity and customer-oriented goals while maintaining a high level of customer service.

Qualifications

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

An accredited High School Diploma or GED and 4-6 years of similar electrical/mechanical experience
You must have a valid Driver’s License and ability to drive multiple hours daily
You should be able to work Overtime and On-Call as required
You must be able to attend our industry leading training at our corporate headquarters in Troy, OH

Physical Demands & Work

Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee may:

Lift up to 75 lbs with or without assistance
Climb up to 10 ft with an A-frame ladder
Occasional roof access may be necessary through extension ladders or fixed ladders greater than 20 feet
Extensive walking 3-5 miles / day
Extensive driving 5-6 hours/day
Kneel, squat, bend, push/pull
Move in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces
Operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment
Operate machinery and/or power tools

Working Conditions

Office facility and customer facilities (including commercial kitchens of various types of businesses)
Exposure to noise, heat, cold, slippery, wet dirty conditions may occur
Travel requirement up to 50% of time

Hours of Work