02 — Temp-to-Hire
Evaluate before you commit.
Reduce hiring risk by evaluating candidates on the job before making a permanent offer. Our temp-to-hire model gives both you and the candidate time to confirm the fit, so when you hire, you hire with confidence.
Roles where culture fit, reliability, and on-the-job performance matter before a permanent offer is extended. Supervisors, leads, skilled operators, and key production roles.
- Defined evaluation period, typically 90 days
- Seamless conversion to permanent employee when ready
- Reduced mis-hire risk and turnover costs
- Candidate is motivated to perform from day one
- No conversion fee after the evaluation period
- Workers' compensation coverage throughout the trial
Hire Smarter. Retain Longer.
The cost of a bad permanent hire in an industrial environment goes far beyond the salary. It's training time, productivity loss, team disruption, and the cost of starting the search over. Our temp-to-hire model eliminates that risk. You work with the candidate for a defined period, observe their performance, reliability, and cultural fit firsthand, and then make an informed permanent offer. We handle all the employment administration during the evaluation period, so you can focus on assessing the person, not the paperwork. When you're ready to convert, the transition is seamless.
How It Works
Define the Role
We work with you to define the evaluation criteria: skills, performance benchmarks, attendance standards, and the timeline for a permanent decision.
Source & Screen
We identify candidates from our active network who are open to permanent employment and match your role requirements. Every candidate is vetted before presentation.
Evaluation Period
The worker joins your team as a DAT Staffing employee. You evaluate their performance over the agreed period, typically 90 days, with full support from your account manager.
Conversion
When you're ready to make a permanent offer, we facilitate a smooth transition. The worker becomes your direct employee with no conversion fee after the evaluation period.
Frequently Asked
How long is the typical evaluation period?
Most temp-to-hire evaluations run 90 days, though we can structure shorter or longer periods depending on the role and your preferences. We'll agree on the timeline upfront.
Is there a conversion fee?
There is no conversion fee after the worker has completed the agreed evaluation period. If you choose to convert early, a prorated fee may apply. We'll be transparent about this from the start.
What if the worker is not the right fit during the evaluation?
Contact your account manager and we'll replace the worker promptly. The evaluation period is designed to protect you from exactly this scenario. You are not locked in.
Who handles payroll and HR during the evaluation period?
DAT Staffing handles all employment administration, including payroll, taxes, workers' compensation, and HR, during the evaluation period. You simply manage the worker's day-to-day performance.
Can I convert a worker to permanent employment before the evaluation period ends?
Yes. If you are confident in the fit early, we can facilitate an early conversion. A prorated placement fee applies based on the remaining evaluation period.
Ready to Get Started?
Tell us what you need. Our team responds within hours and most clients have qualified workers on-site within 24 hours.
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