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What are the advantages of working for AWI?

Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about working for AWI:
Q: Who pays for this recruiting service, the hiring company or me?
A: Our recruiting services are completely free to you, the job seeker. Companies who partner with us to find talented employees pay for the service.

Q: What types of positions do you fill?
A: We recruit people in the following industries: Automotive, Construction, Manufacturing, General Labor, Call Centers and Clerical/administrative services. These industries encompass a wide variety of career fields ranging from highly skilled technical positions to general jobs.

Q: How long do the assignments last?
A: The length of the assignment varies according to our client company's needs. Some are short-term; some are long-term. We work to match the right person with the right job, so if you desire long-term assignments with 40-hour work weeks, then we'll strive to put you in that type of assignment, however the assignments are subject to our clients' needs.

Q: How and when am I paid?
A: Contract employees are paid weekly by AWI. Typically contract employees are based on the number of hours worked and the position's pay rate; in some cases contract employees are paid a salary. Direct placement employees are paid in accordance with our client company's payroll policies.

Q: Does AWI offer any benefits?
A: Contract employees working at least 40 hours a week are eligible for AWI benefits after 90 days. Benefits which currently include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability. We also presently offer 401K and 529 plans. AWI offers a variety of affinity benefits like, moving and housing for long term placements.

Q: Will I make more money as a contract employee or in a permanent position?
A: You may be surprised. Many times you can make more money as a contract employee than as a direct hire permanent employee.

Q: Do you offer any training?
A: Because we place people in a wide range of positions, some positions may require specialized training which may be offered for that specific assignment. Our recruiters will know for sure if any training is offered for a particular position or assignment.