Buildforce vs X3 Tradesmen Staffing

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 uses a technology-driven approach to staffing, specializing in equipping electrical specialty contractors with highly skilled electricians for commercial projects. Our intentional vetting process gives you the best candidates, while our proprietary platform allows contractors to easily access and hire pre-qualified workers at their own pace. With a focus on transparency, Buildforce offers detailed performance metrics for each electrician, so you get the right electrician on site the first time and reduce turnover.

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X3 utilizes a unique staffing method called "workforcing," which focuses on providing skilled electricians, plumbers, and HVAC technicians as full-time employees rather than temporary workers. This approach allows contractors to efficiently manage their workforce needs, whether they need additional workers or need to lend out surplus workers. Their goal is to make a flexible, low-cost staffing solution that makes it easier for contractors and skilled tradespeople to work together.

Trades served

Unlike traditional staffing agencies that cover multiple trades, Buildforce focuses exclusively on providing electricians for commercial projects. By concentrating on a single trade, Buildforce can streamline the hiring process and maintain high standards of quality and compliance, making it easier for electrical specialty contractors to find the right talent for their projects.

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X3 focuses on providing staffing services for three specific trades, Electricians, Plumbers, and HVAC installers.

Software

Buildforce offers a specialized online platform and mobile app designed to connect electrical contractors with pre-vetted electricians for commercial projects. Our software simplifies the recruitment process with these features:

• Job posting and matching
• Detailed "Player Cards" of workers, showing experience, hours worked, attendance rates, and reviews
• GPS and project schedule-based time tracking
• Digital project board for real-time worker management
• Automated alerts for project updates, transfers, and terminations
• Payroll management and invoicing

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X3 does not highlight the use of a specific proprietary software platform in their staffing services. They do have a login for a web portal on their website.

Locations

Buildforce is headquarter in Texas and has offices in many of the major cities there:

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

San Antonio

X3 serves Colorado, Utah and Arizona:

Littleton, Colorado

7337 S Platte River Pkwy, Littleton, CO 80120

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West Jordan, UT

U1549 W 7800 S, West Jordan, UT 84088

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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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X3 Tradesmen uses a detailed vetting process focused on hiring tradespeople for electricians, plumbers, and HVAC installers, prioritizing quality and safety. Their philosophy centers on providing skilled, full-time employees rather than temporary workers, making sure that clients receive the best-qualified candidates for their workforce needs.

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Customer Service

Support team

Buildforce offers outstanding customer service with a dedicated support team available from 7 AM to 7 PM, responding to 96% of inquiries within an hour. They assist electricians throughout their careers, providing guidance on job placements and pay while tracking hours towards journeyman status and advocating for pay increases, all with bilingual support for effective communication.

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X3 Tradesmen provides customer service through a dedicated support team. You can reach X3 through a contact form on their website, and they will get back to you within 24 hours. They also have state-specific phone numbers that you can call to get started with their services.