Business Details
44 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Staffing Solutions
Founded in 1982 in Baltimore, Maryland, First Team Staffing has grown from a single branch to a trusted national leader in the staffing industry. Our foundation remains rooted in exceptional customer service, clear communication, adaptability, and meaningful relationships. We specialize in recruiting and placing both professional and temporary workers, delivering customized solutions to meet the unique needs of every client. With decades of experience and a commitment to client satisfaction, we serve businesses across the East Coast.Our rigorous screening process ensures clients receive qualified candidates, while our deep local market knowledge allows us to provide tailored staffing solutions. We pride ourselves on being a partner clients can depend on, combining integrity, ethics, and hard work to build lasting business relationships. Our team's extensive industry expertise and dedication to workforce scalability have made us a reliable choice for companies seeking flexible staffing solutions.
Services
Direct Hire Staffing
Temporary Staffing
Temp to Permanent Staffing
Seasonal Staffing
Project Based Staffing
Recruiting Services
On-Boarding Solutions
Candidate Tracking
Report Management
Payroll Services
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in staffing industry expertise
- Our rigorous screening process ensures qualified, pre-vetted candidates
- We provide customized staffing solutions tailored to specific business needs
- We maintain deep local market knowledge across multiple states
- We guarantee flexible staffing options for seasonal and project-based demands
What people say
Trusted partner
Reliable staffing solutions
Strong partnerships
Effective workforce management
Excellent service
Services
Direct Hire Staffing
Our direct hire staffing service connects employers with qualified permanent candidates through a rigorous screening process. We specialize in identifying professionals who match both technical requirements and company culture. With 40+ years of industry experience, we reduce hiring risks while ensuring long-term workforce stability for businesses seeking committed employees.
Temporary Staffing
Temporary staffing solutions provide flexible workforce options for seasonal demands and short-term projects. Our pre-vetted candidates require no training, allowing immediate deployment. We handle payroll and compliance while maintaining quality control, enabling businesses to scale operations efficiently without long-term commitments.
Project Based Staffing
Project-based staffing delivers skilled professionals for specific initiatives with immediate start requirements. Our specialized talent pool includes IT, finance, and marketing experts who integrate seamlessly into existing teams. We ensure project continuity through qualified replacements for technical roles requiring industry-specific expertise.
Seasonal Staffing
Seasonal staffing services address workforce gaps during peak business periods. Our trained candidates fill temporary roles without requiring onboarding, maintaining productivity during high-demand seasons. This solution prevents employee burnout while ensuring consistent service quality through experienced temporary workers.
Temp to Permanent Staffing
Temp-to-permanent staffing allows employers to evaluate candidates in real work environments before making permanent hiring decisions. This hybrid approach reduces hiring risks while providing candidates with transition opportunities. Our process ensures cultural fit and performance validation through practical workplace assessment.
People
Rick Sovero
President
Rick Sovero has led First Team Staffing as President since 2002, guiding its growth into an industry leader through strategic financial development and operational oversight.
John Sovero
Executive Vice President
John Sovero manages client relations as Executive Vice President, developing lasting partnerships through business development expertise gained since joining the company in 1992.
Ron Knight
Vice President of Operations
Ron Knight oversees strategic business planning as Vice President of Operations, driving national growth through his leadership in recruitment and operational development since 2007.
William Riggs
Controller
William Riggs manages all financial operations as Controller, bringing extensive accounting expertise from his previous role as Divisional Controller at PRG for over a decade.
Trey Dalton
Territory Manager, TN
Trey Dalton oversees Tennessee operations as Territory Manager, leveraging his experience in branch development and recruitment since joining First Team in 2014.
Questions
What staffing solutions does First Team offer?
We provide direct hire, temporary staffing, temp-to-permanent, seasonal staffing, and project-based staffing services tailored to meet diverse workforce needs.
How does your candidate screening process work?
Our rigorous screening includes skills assessment, background checks, reference verification, and in-depth interviews to ensure qualified candidates match client requirements.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
We operate across the East Coast with specialized services in Maryland, Tennessee, Delaware, Florida, Charlotte, Orlando, Nashville, and Columbia.
Can temporary staff transition to permanent roles?
Yes, our temp-to-permanent program allows employers to evaluate candidates in real work environments before offering permanent positions.
How quickly can you fill staffing requests?
With our extensive talent network, we typically provide qualified candidates within 24-48 hours for most staffing needs.
What industries do you specialize in?
We serve diverse sectors including manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, IT, finance, and professional services with industry-specific staffing expertise.
