Ferguson Enterprises CEO Praises Detroit Construction Trade Unions for Its Apprenticeship Program with DPS Students

(EMAILWIRE.COM, July 08, 2010 ) Detroit, MI - Construction apprenticeships began for Detroit Public Schools students Wednesday, July 7, 2010. The district says in a release that some students will start with site supervisors on the city's northwest side. Classroom instruction will be combined with onsite experience in the construction trades.

The nine-week program began at six construction sites this week for 75 Detroit students.

Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. (FEI) (formerly known as Ferguson Hauling and Grading) was founded in 1968 by Homer and Annie Ferguson. Ferguson was known throughout the industry as being dependable and honest. He often entered into a contract with a handshake. His word and handshake was good enough to seal the deal. The jobs were completed on time and the vendors were all paid.

In 1993, HomerÂ’s Son, Bobby Ferguson with his fatherÂ’s tutelage, became responsible for the companyÂ’s operations.

In Detroit, Bobby FergusonÂ’s formal education in Construction Engineering came from Lawrence Technical University. Under BobbyÂ’s leadership, Ferguson Enterprises began a period of steady growth and profitability. With 30-plus years of experience, FEI is a significant leader with specialty contracting in the earthwork, underground utilities and demolition industry.

Ferguson Enterprises has been a huge part of southeast MichiganÂ’s water and sewage infrastructure since 1968. The Ferguson Underground Utility Division has installed over 400,000 lineal feet of water and sewage main. This division has performed upgrades to improve the domestic water service and fire protection flows within the community.

FEI, as a company on the move in both size and stature, has an employee roster of over 150 skilled and professional support staff. The company is fully insured for general liability and workersÂ’ compensation insurance. As a Minority Business Enterprise, FEI is certified with the State of Michigan and the City of Detroit.

Contact Information

Ferguson Enterprises, Inc.
14385 Wyoming
Detroit, MI 48238
Office: 313-491-4040
Fax: 313-491-4206
Email: info@feiteam.com
Website: www.bobbyfergusondetroit.com

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Ferguson Enterprises, Inc.
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313-491-4040
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