Is Working for a Contract Staffing Company Right for You?

There are many flexible, lucrative positions available that may be perfect for your talents and career ambitions. Many times we can offer three types of employment: contract, contact-to-hire, and direct placement. In many cases, you can actually make more money doing contract work with a staffing company than you can with a permanent position.

One of the advantages of working for a staffing company is our recruiters take the time to get to know you, your skills and your goals so they can match you with a job that's a perfect fit.

What are the advantages of working for Aerotek?

Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about working for a staffing company and working for Aerotek:

• Who pays for this recruiting service, the hiring company or me?
  Our recruiting services are completely free to you, the job seeker. Companies who partner with us to find talented employees pay for the service.
• What types of positions do you fill?
  We recruit people in the following industries: Engineering, Architecture, Aviation, Automotive, Energy, Environmental, Construction, Manufacturing, Labor, Sciences, and Clinical services. These industries encompass a wide variety of career fields ranging from highly skilled technical positions to general jobs.
• How long do the assignments last?
  The length of the assignment varies according to our client company's needs. Some are short-term; some are long-term. We work to match the right person with the right job, so if you desire long-term assignments with 40-hour work weeks, then we'll strive to put you in that type of assignment, however the assignments are subject to our clients needs.
• How and when am I paid?
  Contract employees are paid weekly by Aerotek. Typically contract employees are based on the number of hours worked and the position's pay rate; in some cases contract employees are paid a salary. Direct placement employees are paid in accordance with our client company's payroll policies.
• Does Aerotek offer any benefits?
  Contract employees working at least 20 hours a week are eligible for Aerotek. benefits which currently include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability. We also presently offer 401K and 529 plans. Aerotek offers a variety of affinity benefits and special offers, too, for things like cars, childcare, clothing, moving and homes, technology, theme parks, skiing, fitness, and more.
• Will I make more money as a contract employee or in a permanent position?
  You may be surprised. Many times you can make more money as a contract employee than as a direct hire permanent employee.
• Where are your offices?
  Aerotek has offices throughout the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada. We have offices in virtually every major city in the U.S.
• Do you offer any training?
  Because we place people in a wide range of positions, some positions may require specialized training which may be offered for that specific assignment. Our recruiters will know for sure if any training is offered for a particular position or assignment.

Our staffing company is with you every step of the way

You won't be alone on your first day. Our personal service many times includes meeting you at your new place of employment on your first day, introducing you to your supervisor and colleagues, checking in to see how your transition is going, taking you to lunch now and then, and making ourselves available for any assistance you may need in your career. Even before your current job finishes, recruiters at our staffing company will be working to make sure your next exciting opportunity is lined up and ready for you.

Learn more about Aerotek's History of staffing the Perfect Fit

What's the first step to work for our staffing company?

We'll do everything we can to make your first time working for a staffing company a positive experience. Let's walk through the steps you'll take to get started:

1. Create your personal account
   An account through thingamajob.com, our proprietary online career development tool, can help you apply for jobs, submit your resume, and create job alerts. All of your information will be kept in the strictest of confidence.
2. Post your resume online
   With an online resume, you'll be poised to take advantage of job opportunities that interest you. We'll know who you are and what skills and talents you possess and will be able to consider you for jobs you might miss by simply browsing. Only recruiters and account managers from Aerotek and our affiliated operating companies will have access to your online resume and job-search information. And we won't simply scan your resume then attempt to place you. We'll go to great lengths to understand your personality, talents, and career ambitions by conducting one-on-one interviews.
3. Get hired
   Our commitment to personal service means more than providing you with a few job leads and wishing you luck. We'll coach you by providing resume tips, interview tips, client profiles, and skills training to help you prepare for the job you want to win!

Create your account NOW so we can work to find you the perfect job. Go to thingamajob.com to begin. Incredible employment opportunities are available right now. Or, you can contact one of our offices to find out about positions that are available in that area.

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