Employee Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: How can Williamson help me find a job
Williamson knows where the local jobs are. Many companies don’t like the hassle of advertising their jobs in newspaper classifieds or online job sites. Instead, they come to us because we make filling their open positions easy and because they know we work with high quality candidates like you. We can match your skill with what our clients need and help you find a new job more quickly and efficiently. When you sign up with us, you’re applying at hundreds of companies all at once. You’ll have the opportunity to enhance your skills and build your resume, and the flexibility to choose short-term assignments or positions that can develop into a life-long career.
- Q: Why Williamson
At Williamson Employment Services, our passion for staffing comes from building enduring relationships with our client companies and our employees; in spending the time to get to know the personality and character of both so that we can deliver superior results. Matching skills and experience is important, but it’s just the starting point. Whether it’s manufacturing or management, IT or skilled industrial, forklift drivers or accountants, administrative assistants or welders, CNC operators or warehouse clerks, what matters is that right person is placed in the right job. Temporary, Temporary-to-Hire, or Direct Hire, you want employment experts handling your employment needs. Experience the Williamson difference. Placing People First . . . it’s what we do.
- Q: How do I apply
Apply in person anytime during our walk-in application hours. These vary by office, so check our Locations page for the hours of the office most convenient to you. If you can't apply during the walk-in hours, Contact us to make an appointment.
When you come in to apply, you fill out an employment application and be given computerized assessments based on your experience and education. Once you have completed the assessments, a behavioral-style interview will be conducted by an American Staffing Association accredited Certified Staffing Professional (CSP) to discuss your skills, work history, employment goals, job preference, and availability. This process typically takes one to 1½ hours.
To complete the employment application, please bring the following:
- Names, addresses and phone numbers of past employers and references
- A copy of your High School Diploma or GED if achieved
- Copies of any additional diplomas or certifications
- A printed copy of your resume if you have one
- Any letters of reference on company letterhead
- Two forms of identification such as those required to fill out the US Citizenship and Immigration Services Form I-9. For a list, go to USCIS Acceptable Forms of Identification
- Q: Do I need an appointment
- Q: What do I need to bring with me to apply
To complete the employment application, please bring the following:
- Names, addresses and phone numbers of past employers and references
- A copy of your High School Diploma or GED if achieved
- Copies of any additional diplomas or certifications
- A printed copy of your resume if you have one
- Any letters of reference on company letterhead
- Two forms of identification such as those required to fill out the US Citizenship and Immigration Services Form I-9. For a list, go to USCIS Acceptable Forms of Identification
- Q: Where are you located
We supply staffing solutions for West Michigan and Northern Indiana and recruit for Professional/Direct Hire positions nationally. Our offices are located in St. Joseph, Grand Rapids, and Niles in Michigan and South Bend in Indiana. See our Locations page.
- Q: What are your hours
All offices are open Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 5:00PM. See our Locations page.
- Q: Will I have to pay a fee
No, candidates never pay a fee at Williamson Employment Services.
- Q: Why do I need to check in periodically
Calling us periodically will keep you active in our candidate database and available for job assignments.
- Q: What employee benefits do you offer
Williamson offers the following benefits:
- Paid Vacation
- Medical Insurance available
- Short Term Disability available
- Dental Insurance available
- Term Life Insurance available
- Workers’ Compensation
- 401(k) Plan
- Direct Deposit
- Aflac Insurance
- Verizon Wireless Corporate Discount
- Q: What companies do you work with
Williamson provides a high level of confidentiality to each client, employee, and candidate. Because of this, we do not disclose the names or other information about our clients without their consent. Likewise, we will not disclose your information to anyone outside of Williamson without your permission unless we are legally required to do so.
- Q: Where is your corporate office
St. Joseph, Michigan. See our Locations page.
- Q: Who is Williamson Staffing Services
Williamson Staffing Services was formerly the name of our branch office in the Grand Rapids, MI area. That office was always owned and operated by Williamson Employment Services, Inc. In July 2012, Williamson Staffing Services changed its name so that it would match up with our long-standing corporate identity, Williamson Employment Services.
- Q: What happens when I'm offered an assignment
Because Williamson offers customized staffing solutions, this will vary by client. In general, you will return to Williamson before starting your assignment to fill out tax forms and Form I-9, participate in an orientation that includes a safety video and an overview of our employee handbook, and receive assignment-specific information.
- Q: What documents do I need to complete an I-9
The list of documents that satisfy the US Citizenship and Immigration Services Form I-9 is available at USCIS Acceptable Forms of Identification (external website).
- Q: When is payday
In most cases, your weekly paycheck will be either direct-deposited or on your pay card by noon each Friday.
Federal and bank holidays may affect your paycheck deposit; check your email for notices in your paychecks prior to federal or bank holidays.
- Q: What employee benefits do you offer
Williamson offers the following benefits:
- Paid Vacation
- Medical Insurance available
- Short Term Disability available
- Dental Insurance available
- Term Life Insurance available
- Workers’ Compensation
- 401(k) Plan
- Direct Deposit
- Aflac Insurance
- Verizon Wireless Corporate Discount
- Q: How do I report a job site problem, accident or injury
Unless an accident/injury is severe or life-threatening, Williamson must be contacted immediately after an accident and prior to seeking treatment for an injury. We have a live, 24-hour answering service that can reach us day or night. The phone number for the answering service is the same as your Williamson Employment Services branch phone number. See our Contact page.
If you have any problems on the job site or at the workplace, it is your responsibility to contact Williamson Employment Services. We need to know if there are any problems in order to try to resolve them.
- Q: How do I make a change to my tax forms or personal information
Each employee is responsible for notifying Williamson of any changes in their personal information. Changes in any of the following should be immediately reported and may require new Federal, Michigan, or Indiana tax forms or updated Form I-9. Contact us to report changed and find out if you are required to complete any new paperwork.
- Name
- Address
- Phone Number
- Martial Status
- Tax/Dependents Information
- Any other information that may have an effect on your pay/employment/State & Federal requirements
- Q: Will the client where I'm assigned hire me directly
Many clients do hire Williamson employees after they have worked a minimum period of time, which varies from company to company. Job assignments that start out as temporary often result in longer-term employment. However, Williamson does not guarantee that you will be hired by any client as their employee as a result of any job assignment. The client that you will be working for is not obligated to hire you, regardless of how long you have been on your job assignment.
If the client for whom you are working expresses an interest in hiring you, please Contact your Williamson Placement Coordinator.
- Q: What should I do if my assignment ends
It is your responsibility to Contact us immediately if your assignment ends so that we may reassign you to another position. Failure to contact us within seven (7) days may disqualify you for unemployment benefits. It is also your responsibility to call in once per month to maintain your availability status.
