Pro Services Inc., a prominent multi-skilled trades contractor based in Portage, Michigan, is launching a major local expansion expected to create at least 250 new union jobs.

 

This move highlights the company's ongoing dedication to strengthening the area’s workforce and supporting economic growth amid rising demand for skilled trades.

 

Founded in 1987, Pro Services Inc. delivers installation, maintenance, and staffing solutions for clients across the U.S.

 

With a $1.25 million grant from the Michigan Business Development Program, the company will invest $12.4 million, including relocating its headquarters to Tech Park Way in Portage.

 

New roles offer competitive wages starting around $28 per hour with full benefits, providing stability and advantages as union positions.

 

The hiring process is already underway, aiming to fill these vital roles and help address the skilled trades gap in the region.

 

This expansion signals a robust commitment to Portage’s future as a growing hub for manufacturing and skilled labor.

Bab El Salam has revitalized Portage’s food scene with its new Mediterranean buffet, now open daily at 129 W. Centre Ave.

 

Under new ownership since 2023, the restaurant has transitioned from a hybrid market and eatery to a full-scale dining destination featuring three buffet stations.

 

Diners can enjoy authentic favorites like beef and chicken shawarma, kafta chicken, gyro meat, roasted veggies, and a range of salads, dips, and soups, all complemented by fresh pita bread.

 

The buffet is accessible to all with lunch starting at $16 and dinner at $19, plus special pricing for children and students.

 

In addition to the buffet, Bab El Salam offers daily specials and unique wraps such as the Shadia, Sarita, and Lisa, priced between $6 and $8.

 

The restaurant’s dedication to quality and authenticity has quickly earned praise from locals, solidifying its place in Portage’s vibrant dining community.