How to Vet Out Construction Staffing Firms for Your Organization

Construction staffing firms have been around for a long time. While they provide an invaluable service to contractors and specialty contractors alike, they also can come with their fair share of headaches.

Hiring experienced personnel on a short-term basis can help to minimize disruptions, save time, and boost productivity but can also increase safety risks, waste time and create more headaches.

Which is why most companies look at staffing firms as a "last resort" and really only use them for short term needs.

However, as the industry is trying to attract more talent to the trades and overall construction industry - I have proof that if a Construction Staffing industry can elevate its game and update its processes - it can truly make a difference.

Let's take a look at three key aspects of construction staffing that you should be asking about during the vetting process. 

Experience with the Construction Sector 

The first question you should be asking potential construction staffing companies is about their experience in the sector. It is important that they have a deep understanding of the industry so that they can quickly identify and send qualified personnel with relevant skill sets to your projects. In addition, ask how long they have been providing staffing services in this field and if they are familiar with larger projects or just small-scale ones. This will help you gauge their level of knowledge and expertise as well as determine whether or not they can handle high profile projects.  

Vetting Process for Personnel 

The next thing you want to know about is how construction staffing firms vet their personnel before sending them out on jobs. Ask if the firm has an internal recruitment process and what kind of background checks are performed on each individual applicant before they are hired. Also inquire about any additional training programs that may be offered to personnel after they are hired in order to ensure they have adequate skillsets for working on your projects safely and efficiently. Who do they have vetting out their personnel to ensure they have the skills they say they do?

Ensuring Safety Standards 

Finally, safety should always be top priority when it comes to construction sites, so make sure that any potential construction staffing company is aware of this. Ask them what measures they take to ensure safety standards are met and maintained while personnel are working onsite. Find out if there any additional safety protocols or certifications that personnel must adhere to prior to being sent out into the field, such as OSHA certifications or first aid training courses.                                              

Vetting out potential construction staffing companies is essential in order to find one that fits within your organization's needs and requirements. By asking key questions regarding their experience in the sector, how personnel are vetted prior to being hired, and what measures they take when it comes to ensuring safety standards while personnel are working onsite– you can choose a construction staffing firm confidently knowing that your project will benefit from skilled individuals who meet all necessary criteria for successful completion.

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