Frequently Asked Questions - Employers
“Do you place people on “permanent” assignments or on a contract/consulting basis”?
Both. Depending upon the purpose of your position, as well as your needs and desires, we are equally capable of placing individuals in both consulting situations and as a regular employee of your organization.
“What area do you specialize in”?
Is 1st St. NW deals with staff augmentation and placement of people with technical expertise that is far reaching. These individuals possess a broad range of skills and experience, from the latest state-of-the- art technologies to older legacy systems. Our personnel includes engineers, designers, drafters, IT and technicians representing just about every skill you might require. Their specialties range from software, hardware, firmware and manufacturing to electrical, electronic, mechanical, architectural and structural engineering.
“Where do you find your people”?
We have ongoing relationships with thousands of the best qualified individuals in the business. Our database consists of nearly twenty thousand established professionals with well-developed business and technical skills, and is growing every day. Our business is about staying in touch and developing relationships with these professionals, enhancing their careers and providing our clients with quality technical personnel.
“Is 1st St. NW a reputable firm”?
Absolutely! We have been in business since 1986, and have established our organization as one of the leaders in the technical staffing industry! Our reputation is only as good as our employees and our clients, which is why we partner with leading companies in a wide array of industries.
“How is your staff trained”?
Most of our employees have been working in the staffing industry for a number of years, and are experts in their field. Each has been to training seminars dealing with customer service, technical skills, employment law, recruiting and sales techniques.