Business Details
44 Years
experience
Trusted Staffing Solutions for East Coast Businesses
Founded in 1982 by Richard Sovero, First Team Staffing has evolved from a single Baltimore branch into a trusted national staffing leader while maintaining core values of integrity, exceptional service, and relationship-building. Our 40+ years of industry experience enable us to deliver customized workforce solutions that address both immediate staffing needs and long-term organizational growth strategies. We specialize in professional and temporary worker recruitment, leveraging deep local market knowledge across the East Coast to connect businesses with pre-vetted talent through rigorous screening processes. Our team of seasoned professionals combines generational expertise with modern recruitment technologies to reduce hiring risks and ensure workforce stability.With leadership actively engaged in strategic development since the company's inception, we maintain a client-centric approach that prioritizes transparent communication and tailored staffing methodologies. Our proven track record includes successful partnerships with major corporations like Rite Aid, demonstrating our ability to scale workforce solutions while maintaining compliance and quality standards. Through continuous innovation in candidate tracking, onboarding processes, and payroll management systems, we empower businesses to focus on operational excellence while we handle workforce complexities.
Services
Direct Hire Staffing
Temporary Staffing
Temp to Permanent Staffing
Seasonal Staffing
Project Based Staffing
Administrative Positions
Light Industrial Jobs
Customer Service Roles
Warehouse Management
Skilled Trades Placement
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized staffing expertise across multiple industries
- Our customized solutions adapt to unique client requirements in manufacturing and professional sectors
- We implement a rigorous three-phase candidate screening process including skills assessment and reference checks
- Our local market specialists maintain deep industry connections in 7+ regional markets
- We guarantee compliance with all federal and state employment regulations
What people say
Trusted partner
Real people
Flexible solutions
Thorough vetting
Industry leader
Services
Direct Hire Staffing
Our direct hire solutions identify long-term candidates through comprehensive skills assessments and cultural fit evaluations. We specialize in matching qualified professionals with organizations seeking permanent staff additions. This service reduces client hiring costs by 30% through our extensive candidate database and proven recruitment methodologies.
Temporary Staffing
Flexible temporary staffing solutions address short-term workforce needs without compromising quality. We maintain a pre-vetted pool of qualified candidates available for immediate deployment across administrative, industrial, and professional sectors. Our rapid response system ensures 95% of client requests are fulfilled within 48 hours.
Temp to Permanent Staffing
This hybrid solution allows businesses to evaluate candidates in real work environments before committing to permanent hires. We manage the transition process including performance tracking and payroll administration. 78% of temp-to-perm candidates receive full-time offers within six months.
Seasonal Staffing
Our seasonal staffing service provides scalable workforce solutions for peak business periods. We maintain specialized candidate pools for retail, logistics, and hospitality industries with rapid onboarding capabilities. Clients benefit from 24/7 support during high-demand periods like holiday shopping seasons.
Project Based Staffing
We deliver skilled professionals for specific projects with defined timelines. Our expertise covers IT, engineering, and healthcare sectors requiring specialized talent. This service includes project management support and compliance documentation to ensure successful implementation.
People
Rick Sovero
President
President Rick Sovero has guided First Team Staffing since 1988, overseeing financial and strategic development. His leadership transformed the company into an industry leader through measured growth and operational excellence.
John Sovero
Executive Vice President
Executive Vice President John Sovero manages client relations with 30+ years of sales and business development experience. He focuses on building lasting client partnerships through tailored staffing solutions.
Ron Knight
Vice President of Operations
Vice President of Operations Ron Knight directs national business planning with a decade of recruitment expertise. His strategic focus maintains First Team's growth trajectory through innovative operational frameworks.
William Riggs
Controller
Controller William Riggs manages all financial operations with 10+ years of experience in corporate accounting. His expertise ensures financial stability and compliance with regulatory standards.
Trey Dalton
Tennessee Territory Manager
Tennessee Territory Manager Trey Dalton oversees southern market operations. His branch management expertise has driven regional growth since assuming leadership in 2019.
Questions
What industries does First Team Staffing serve?
We provide staffing solutions for administrative, manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, and professional service sectors across the East Coast.
How quickly can you fill staffing requests?
95% of temporary staffing needs are fulfilled within 48 hours through our pre-vetted candidate network and rapid deployment system.
Do you offer nationwide staffing solutions?
While we specialize in East Coast markets, our network supports nationwide staffing through strategic partnerships and regional expertise.
What makes your screening process different?
Our three-phase process includes skills testing, reference verification, and behavioral interviews to ensure 90% job-candidate compatibility.
Can you handle specialized industry staffing needs?
Yes, our industry specialists maintain connections in niche markets to source hard-to-find talent for technical and professional roles.
Reviews (7)
Tiara Brown
Nov 01, 2021
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The Columbia office is the worse the really don't care about there employees also if you don't give the 48hr advance resignation they will dock your pay to minimum wage which is crazy because you can't predict the future stuff happens never again will I work for them adding on for charging you for tshirts when you only got 1 $30 backgrounds fee etc never again worse staff agency ever
Darryl Shaw
Jun 27, 2021
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They did have low pay rates but it picked up for me been working $14 and now $15. I just was patient rather they got me the job or I got one own my on and they came threw. Thanks First Team. Now I did have a situation but its nothing heavy that recruiter give up on me now I got another one. Dont give up either way God Bless
Goated Oat
Jun 18, 2021
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Interviewed for an internal position. Left the interview feeling like everything was good to go and was told they would be in contact with me shortly. Not only did I never hear back, but I called the office multiple times to speak with the hiring manager that interviewed me. Every time she ducked my calls. Each time the receptionist told me she was busy but would call me right back. I set many, many follow ups via email, no response. If I was not a good fit for the company it would have been nice to know that, rather than leaving me in limbo for months at a time.
Brandon F.
Jan 27, 2021
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Been calling this location and the Columbia location for 3 years now. I get the same "nothing at the moment" response. TODAY was a while different story, received a text to reply 1 if interested in a job and a recruiter will call. I replied and called myself, was promised a call back and employment. All lies, they were never going to call or offer me a position. I do NOT do business with the columbia office and made that clear to them last month. Apparently, they put in there system that I dont want to do business with any First Team Staffing etc. So apparently both these locations will lie and
Unknown Totheworld
Dec 18, 2020
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Poor service, highly unprofessional. Never can find jobs that fits your area of expertise or around the pay rate you initially agreed upon. Prominently caucasian staff, no blacks that work there. That speaks volumes in itself about there social prejudice work environment.
Chris Morrow
Nov 25, 2020
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Absolutely unprofessional and very poor communication skills with the staff. Worked with the guy Nick and reached out to the office (@ 11:35am) & his work phone ( via text @ 1:40pm) with no response back.....was then terminated for "horrible attendance and communication". I showed proof of the call to the office & text and Nick was very rude when he finally responded back (a lil past 8pm)
Jonathan Teng
Nov 24, 2019
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Worst company in the world. Paychecks short. Very unethical and unprofessional company. Takes 30 dollars out of first check for background check. Managers very dishonest and unprofessional. One even clocked me out my punch and refused to pay me for the time I am on the floor. Low wage for night shift 12.50 an hour. Constantly sending people home. Very political and filthy.
