10/22/09

Couldn't Be Happier

by ACC456

I have to say, I'm extremely surprised at all the negative reviews about Barrington. I am currently with 4 temp agencies, and Barrington is by far the best. Two of the agencies I'm with haven't gotten me a single day of work, the other one has gotten me one assignment, and Barrington gets me at least a few days of work every one to two weeks.

Barrington is a small company and I feel like they really know you. I came in with a referral from a friend, and they knew exactly who she was and what companies she's temped at without having to look her up. That gave me an initial positive reaction about the place. Whenever I call to follow up on a job, all I do is say my name and they know off the top of their heads which job I am calling about. They know me, and I feel like I have a personal connection with both Gaby and Janet.

Within a week of signing up I was placed at a two week position. Never have I received this type of treatment. In this economy, I feel like Barrington has really done it's job. Of course I would love it if they could find me a permanent position, but right now I'm just happy to be able to pay rent.

• Pros: Gets me work!
• Cons: Nothing Really

08/30/09

Impressed!

by Randall84

Anyone looking for good temp work should definitely give Barrington a chance.

After being let go from a permanent job, I applied at many different temp agencies in hopes of being placed immediately. But even with qualifications I wasn't contacted for anything.

After many disappointments, I found Barrington and decided to apply. I was offered a temp job within a week of singing up, and have been contacted with other prospective positions.

I currently work with other Barrington temps and they have all expressed satisfaction with this agency and their performance.

In short, I've had a great experience. I would highly recommend giving them a try.

• Pros: Friendly people, reliable placement
• Cons: Nothing so far!

08/28/09

Great Job Connections in this Area

by Fran11

Through the use of Barrington Staffing have come to rely on them for much of my income. When they send me out they will always brief me on the job requirements and more importantly the history or culture of the situation I'm walking into, As a plus it is always a location that is close to my residence.

Like many busy places I do call 2-3 times a week to find new leads on permanent jobs or pending temp positions and to keep Barrington updated on my schedule. Times are tough out there and I have been without a permanent position for a two years now, but thanks to Barrington I have been able to make ends meet.

I've read the negative reviews on this site and I just have to say competition is fierce people. There are no jobs out there. The ones that I have seen have been requiring a 4 year degree for a $12.00/ hr position. No one is handing out cush jobs left and right. Do the work, call in, improve your admin scores. Take a lower paying job for a day or week, keep the ball rolling!

• Pros: Good staffing relationship
• Cons: Current state of Economy