Buildforce vs PeopleReady

Is pricing transparent?

Make sure that the staffing solution you pick has clear pricing and doesn't charge extra for anything you don't need. The best construction staffing agency will offer a complete solution that fits your needs.

Can the provider offer project-specific matches?

Not all construction projects are the same, requiring not only qualified tradespeople but also ones who are well-informed about the job site and its requirements. Your staffing agency should ask for these details so they can match workers with the right jobs.

What is the vetting process?

When you hire someone from a construction staffing agency, it shouldn't be hard to vet them and get them up to speed. Look for providers that make the process easier by offering expert onboarding support. This will make sure placements on your jobs go smoothly.

Is getting support easily accessible?

Support that is easy to reach is essential for improving how your workforce operates. Make sure that the staffing provider you choose offers immediate help through online tools, email, chat, or the phone, so that you have support at every step of the way.

Staffing

Buildforce offers a modern staffing solution tailored for the construction industry, particularly focusing on commercial electricians. Our platform allows contractors to quickly connect with a pool of pre-screened electricians, streamlining the hiring process through an intuitive mobile app and online interface. By eliminating traditional middlemen, Buildforce provides direct access to skilled workers, ensuring that contractors can quickly find qualified personnel without incurring additional fees. Not only does this method make things run more smoothly, but it also helps workers stay with the same company for a long time.

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PeopleReady offers quick staffing solutions for many industries like construction, manufacturing, and hospitality. They connect businesses with workers for short-term and project jobs. Their JobStack app helps employers find staff quickly when needed. PeopleReady operates across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, focusing on good worker matches, safety, and following industry rules. They aim to make staffing easy for companies and give workers chances for flexible schedules.

Trades served

Buildforce's primary focus is on commercial electricians. Our experience in traditional construction staffing allows us to maintain strong relationships while developing a new technology-first approach to the recruitment and hiring of commercial electricians. This way, we avoid the existing pit falls that come with these legacy staffing processes.

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PeopleReady offers both general labor staffing and skilled trades staffing through its division PeopleReady Skilled Trades. They can provide workers across various skill levels, from entry-level laborers to master tradespeople. PeopleReady serves over 600 markets across North America and can scale its services from providing a single worker to staffing entire crews for large projects.

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PeopleReady’s trades served:

• Construction: PeopleReady provides workers for residential, commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and institutional construction projects.
• Carpentry
• Electrical
• Plumbing
• Welding
• Solar installations
• Heavy equipment operation
• Sheet metal work
• Painting
• Skilled labor
• Manufacturing and logistics
• Retail
• Hospitality
• Marine trades: including shipbuilding and repair, welding, pipefitting, rigging, and shipwright work
• Renewable energy: Particularly solar energy projects, including solar installers and electricians

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Software

Buildforce's software helps you hire and manage qualified electricians faster than ever before. Our software simplifies job listings with personalized matching, detailed postings, and an efficient application process for prospecting electricians. Electricians can also create verified profiles showcasing their skills and certifications while tracking their application status in real-time. The platform facilitates direct communication between contractors and workers, integrates time tracking for accurate reporting, and offers easy access to payroll information.

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Contractor Web App

Designed for electrical specialty contractors to manage their workforce:

• Project management: Contractors can see which electricians are on-site and easily move them between projects.
• Hiring tools: It allows contractors to hire and manage workers while checking their licenses and certifications.
• Data access: Contractors can view hours worked, attendance, and work history without extra data entry.
• Alerts: The app sends notifications about important updates regarding workers.
• Integration: It connects with other construction management and accounting software for easier payroll and project tracking.

Worker Mobile App

Designed for electricians to manage their jobs and careers:

• Job search: Electricians can find and apply for jobs that match their skills.
• Profile management: Users can create and update their profiles to show their certifications and work experience.
• Pay access: The app lets electricians view their pay information, set up direct deposits, and manage tax forms.
• Communication: Electricians can receive job details and communicate directly with contractors.

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PeopleReady's main software solution, JobStack, is a mobile app that expedites the staffing process by enabling employers to request workers at any time and allowing job seekers to easily find local job opportunities.

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JobStack for Work

This is a mobile app for job seekers that allows them to:

• Find and apply for local jobs
• Build a work schedule that suits them
• Access a variety of job opportunities with a single application

JobStack for Business

This version is for employers and allows them to:

• Access PeopleReady's network of ready-to-work job seekers
• Request workers 24/7
• Select specific workers for shifts
• Manage staffing needs on-the-go

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Locations

Buildforce serves electrical specialty contractors in several states including Texas, Arizona, North Carolina, Georgia and Florida.

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Buildforce is proudly headquarter in Texas and has offices in:

Houston

2000 Edwards St Suite B100, Houston, TX 77007

Austin‍

2815 Manor Rd Suite 204, Austin, TX 78722

Dallas-Fort Worth at Common Desk‍

14555 Dallas Pkwy, Ste 100, Dallas, TX 75254

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PeopleReady serves a wide range of locations across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. They have over 600 branches in various communities, including major cities such as Chicago, Houston, Dallas, Baltimore, Los Angeles, Orlando, Cleveland, and Washington, D.C. They can provide staffing solutions in both urban and rural areas thanks to their large network.

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PeopleReady is headquartered in Tacoma, Washington at 1015 A Street, Tacoma, WA 98402

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Vetting process

With Buildforce, electrical specialty contractors can access in-depth worker profiles that include details on experience, attendance, and reviews from other contractors. This streamlines the hiring process, making it quicker and more informed. Electricians are put through skills assessments, interviews, background checks, and verification of their licenses and certifications to ensure they meet electrical specialty contractor’s hiring standards.

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PeopleReady classifies all workers as W-2 employees, which helps avoid payroll issues. The vetting process includes background checks, drug and health screenings, and skills verification. They also confirm citizenship status and ensure compliance with regulations like the Affordable Care Act. Workers receive safety training and necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) before starting assignments. PeopleReady also uses the E-Verify system to make sure that applicants are who they say they are and that they are eligible to work. This way, they can make sure that they are always following the law and policy so that they can provide employers with reliable and qualified workers.

Customer Service

Support team

Buildforce support is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.  We answer 96% of messages in less than an hour, and most of the time, we answer within 12 minutes. A lot of Buildforce's support staff speaks two languages. If one of your employees needs help in Spanish and the first person on the team doesn't speak Spanish, they will quickly put them in touch with someone who does.

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PeopleReady's main way of helping customers is over the phone. They have a toll-free number for employee relations and separate lines for JobStack and national accounts. The best way to get in touch with PeopleReady is by phone, Monday–Friday: 3:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m. PT, but you can also email them and get help, though response times can vary. Overall, the business wants to assist users with job inquiries, payments, and other issues they may have.