Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted Technical Staffing Partner
At 1st St. NW, we have been dedicated to technical staffing excellence since 1986. Our firm is built on a foundation of loyalty and experience, with three principal owners bringing over 80 combined years of industry expertise. As an employee-owned company, our team takes personal pride in delivering tailored staffing solutions. We specialize in connecting clients with top-tier technical professionals across architectural, engineering, software, and manufacturing fields. Our flexibility in offering contract, contract-to-direct, and direct hire services ensures we meet diverse hiring needs while maintaining a client-centric approach.We provide comprehensive benefits for contract employees, including health insurance and 401K programs. Our deep understanding of technical disciplines allows us to serve as trusted partners for both candidates and employers. With decades of experience in the Upper Midwest market, we have built a reputation for reliable, personalized service. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our long-term relationships with clients and the satisfaction of professionals we place. We continuously adapt to industry changes while maintaining our core focus on solving staffing challenges efficiently.
Services
Technical Recruiting
Contract Staffing
Direct Hire Placement
Engineering Staffing
IT Software Staffing
Architectural Drafting Staffing
Manufacturing Staffing
Quality Control Staffing
Geotechnical Staffing
Civil Engineering Staffing
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of technical staffing expertise since 1986
- Employee-owned structure ensuring vested interest in outcomes
- Comprehensive benefits for contract employees including health insurance
- Personalized candidate matching with proven success
- Flexible staffing solutions for contract, contract-to-direct, and direct hire needs
What people say
Best we've dealt with
Rare ability to adapt
Credit to our business
Direct hire success
Go-to firm
Services
Technical Recruiting
We specialize in connecting technical professionals with employers across engineering, IT, and manufacturing disciplines. With 35+ years of industry expertise, our team understands specific technical requirements and company cultures. Our employee-owned structure ensures personalized service focused on long-term matches.
Contract Staffing
Our contract staffing solutions provide flexible workforce options for project-based needs. We offer competitive benefits including health insurance and 401K programs for contract employees. This solution allows companies to maintain operational flexibility while accessing specialized technical expertise.
Direct Hire Placement
We facilitate permanent placements through thorough candidate evaluation and industry-specific knowledge. Our direct hire process focuses on cultural fit and technical capabilities. This service reduces long-term hiring risks while ensuring quality matches for engineering, architectural, and IT positions.
Engineering Staffing
Specialized staffing solutions covering mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural engineering disciplines. Our team understands complex technical requirements and industry standards. We provide qualified professionals for both temporary and permanent roles across the Upper Midwest region.
IT Software Staffing
Targeted recruitment for software development, IT infrastructure, and technical support positions. Our expertise covers emerging technologies and legacy systems. We match qualified programmers and IT professionals with organizations' specific technology stack requirements.
People
Torrey Ernst
President/Partner
President and partner with extensive technical staffing expertise, leading strategic operations for Minnesota office.
Aron Hoffman
Vice President/Partner
Vice President and partner specializing in technical recruitment with significant industry experience.
Andy Pietrzak
Vice President/Partner
Vice President and partner focused on building client relationships and delivering staffing solutions.
Kevin Lillie
Sr. Technical Recruiter
Senior technical recruiter with expertise in matching qualified professionals with engineering positions.
Tyler Ernst
Technical Recruiter
Technical recruiter specializing in connecting candidates with architectural and software development opportunities.
Questions
What technical disciplines do you specialize in?
We specialize in architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, IT/software, manufacturing, and quality control disciplines.
Do you offer contract-to-direct hire options?
Yes, we provide contract, contract-to-direct, and direct hire solutions to accommodate different employment needs.
Is 1st St. NW employee-owned?
Yes, our employee-owned structure creates shared commitment to quality and client satisfaction.
What benefits do you offer contract employees?
Contract employees receive health insurance and 401K match programs through our firm.
How long have you operated in the Upper Midwest?
We have served the Upper Midwest since our founding in 1986, developing deep regional expertise.
How do you ensure quality candidate matches?
Our experienced recruiters leverage industry knowledge and personalized evaluation to match skills and company culture.
