It is important in any sport to have the right person playing the right position. Although Manning is an awesome athlete, the Broncos would not have won the Super Bowl if the coach had him on defense.

Teams spend millions of dollars recruiting the right players and fail miserably when they miss the mark. Having the skills without the work ethic is just like not having the skill at all. One person who will is worth 10 people who can!

The same logic holds true in your business. You need people who are skilled and willing to perform in the area you need help in. If you are missing either of the two, the great price you got from another staffing firm is actually costing you money.

At STAFFORCE we hire our workers with a certain skill set in mind, but also their work ethic. We know time is money and you shouldn’t pay for poor performance. We hold our workers accountable when they don’t perform. If someone we send to you is missing one of the key traits we promised, just send them back for a replacement and don’t pay for the unsatisfactory time.

In other words: If you need a field goal kicker we won’t send you a lazy lineman!

When planning the schedule for a construction project, one has to weigh the cost of labor against the time needed to complete the job. In basic terms, if it takes 6 days for 1 person to do a job, it should take 1 day for 6 people to do the job. However, construction jobs are not this simple and the relation of labor to time is much more complicated. For example, a building cannot be framed until the foundation is poured. So, it’s not only a matter of manpower, but how that manpower is allocated. This is the challenge for the General Contractor on site. I believe one of the biggest frustrations for a GC is having one or two subcontractors hold up the job and bring all other work to a halt. This is a common occurrence and one with few solutions once you’re at that point.

One solution to this ongoing problem is the use of temporary staffing. As a project begins, a good way to be prepared is to sign up with 1 or 2 temporary staffing companies, which specialize in construction work. It doesn’t cost anything to sign up and doesn’t obligate your company in any way. Make sure to research the company and ask for client references. You want to look for companies that thoroughly screen their employees and code them accordingly to their job description. Just like any other industry, some staffing companies misclassify their employees to save money. Unfortunately, both the staffing company and client can be fined, if caught doing so. So make sure you choose reputable temporary staffing firms. Once you have this resource in place, you can order skilled or unskilled workers, to help one of your subcontractors get their portion completed or they can assist your company in keeping the job site clean and safe. Temporary staffing companies often send safety monitors or site debris removers to assist the GC in keeping the site free of hazards and debris. Good housekeeping helps keep everyone safe, which saves money in the long run.

At STAFFORCE, we understand the challenges and complexities involved with construction. We use time tested, proven ways to evaluate our employees and provide industry leading service. Temporary staffing is a very useful tool, regardless of which company is used, but we hope our understanding of the industry will give our clients the confidence to rely on us when they need extra help. To learn more, visit our website at www.stafforcejax.com

When on a construction site, a worker can never be too careful. It is important to have your crew remain safe at all times. Here are the top five rooftop safety hazards that roofers should be aware of.

• Roof Stability- Is the roof stable and strong enough to support the weight of a worker? A roofer should always check the underlayment before going onto a roof.
• Ladder Security- Is the ladder secure and at a proper angle? Are the feet secure? Many fatalities occur due to poorly placed ladders.
• Roof Holes- An open hole on a roof can be just as deadly as a roof’s edge without fall protection.
• Edge Awareness- When roofers are engaged in their work, they can sometimes forget where the roof edge is.
• Improper Training- When there are workers on the roof, it is important that they are properly trained so they do not cause serious injury to themselves or others.

When using a staffing firm, it is important for companies to make sure their staff is covered and trained properly. Our employees at STAFFORCE are trained to meet the needs of the job. We have OSHA 10, OSHA 30, and other necessary compliance classes held at our corporate office. For more information on construction staffing and how STAFFORCE can help your business, please contact us at 904.726.5661. Our main office is located in Jacksonville, Florida, but we operate all over the Southeast US.

In the construction industry, labor is often the largest expense of a job. When projects are fluctuating, it can be difficult to find enough skilled employees to do all the work and keep on schedule. Temporary staffing agencies, such as STAFFORCE, provide you with qualified workers that can help you accomplish your goals. This helps companies by adjusting more quickly to workloads and maintain flexible staffing.

Temporary staffing is a great way for construction companies to manage their workloads. It is important to find a staffing agency that not only meets your company’s needs, but an agency you can trust as well. If you are looking to help with your employee costs and still work with trained professional workers, STAFFORCE has the perfect solution for you.  For more information on how we can help your business contact us at 904.726.5661. Our main office is located in Jacksonville, but we operate all over the Southeast US.

The use of temporary staffing can save time and money in many different ways. One of the main benefits is the ability to evaluate workers without commitment. Based on your preferences, you can employ a temporary worker from STAFFORCE for a designated, short period of time. Then, if you like the worker and would like to hire them, you have the option to offer the worker a full-time position with your company. Many businesses employ temporary staffing firms as a cost-efficient way to test the abilities and skills of new workers before hiring them full-time. The cost of hiring a temporary worker from a staffing agency such as STAFFORCE is often less expensive and your company’s exposure and risk is eliminated. For more information on how STAFFORCE can be beneficial to your business, contact us at 904.726.5661. Our main office is located in Jacksonville, but we operate all over the Southeast US.