Our History

Area Temps was established in 1987 with the goal of providing quality temporary workers and personalized service to its customers. Innovative strategies for applicant recruiting, screening, testing, training, retention and customer satisfaction have helped us become one of the Cleveland area's largest employers.

Important Facts About Area Temps:

  • Founded in 1987.
  • The Greater Cleveland area's industry leader in office and light industrial temporary help.
  • Ranked as one of Cleveland's largest employers, with over 7,000 employees.
  • Three area locations to serve the needs of Greater Cleveland, Akron and Canton.
  • Servicing over 400 local companies each week.
  • 1,000-employee active workforce on each weekly payroll.
  • Exclusive, centralized City Search applicant network links all our locations, giving employers access to over 80,000 screened and tested applicants.
  • Over 50% of our industrial / trades and 70% of our office services positions are temp-to-hire opportunities.
  • Member of the Cleveland Better Business Bureau and the American Staffing Association.
  • The largest classified advertiser in Cleveland, with over 500 internet and newspaper ads placed each month.
  • Over 20 certified interviewers and staffing support personnel in Greater Cleveland.
American Staffing Association