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Tradesmen International

Construction skilled-labor staffing and safety

Overview

Tradesmen International provides skilled labor staffing solutions for the construction industry across residential, commercial, heavy industrial, and petrochemical sectors in North America. It matches contractors with qualified tradespeople on a temporary or project basis, allowing clients to keep lean core teams and scale labor with project needs, with revenue from service fees. It differentiates itself by serving a broad set of sectors in North America and by adding safety consultations to raise on-site safety and manage labor costs. Its goal is to help clients boost labor productivity and profitability through on-demand skilled labor and safer workforce management.

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About Tradesmen International

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Why Tradesmen International is rated
C+
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

ConsultingIndustrial & ManufacturingEnergy

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Macedonia, IA

Founded

1992

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What believers are saying

  • June 25, 2026 data-center content targets hyperscale buildouts needing electricians, welders, and pipefitters.
  • April 1, 2026 leadership additions strengthen governance and hiring execution.
  • July 8, 2024 debt reduction funded recruiter growth and technology investment.

What critics are saying

  • Washington courts reinstated a Tradesmen citation on August 3, 2026, raising compliance costs.
  • Worker-safety liability can expand under WISHA precedent, increasing audits and penalties.
  • Blackstone ownership and labor-intensive margins make a 2027 downturn an existential cash-flow risk.

What makes Tradesmen International unique

  • Tradesmen International pairs staffing with safety training across construction and industrial trades.
  • Its July 13, 2026 Sacramento office extends Northern California coverage for scarce craft labor.
  • The TradeGig platform, launched 2024 and updated 2026, reduces assignment gaps.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Profit Sharing

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

9%

2 year growth

9%
Basin Street Properties
Jul 13th, 2026
Tradesmen International expands Sacramento presence with new offices at Gateway Oaks.

Tradesmen International expands Sacramento presence with new offices at Gateway Oaks. July 13, 2026 by Lorena Castaneda Tradesmen International, a leading provider of skilled craft professionals and workforce solutions, today announced the opening of its new Sacramento office at 2150 River Plaza Drive, expanding the company's growing footprint across California and strengthening its ability to serve businesses throughout Northern California. As demand continues to grow across the construction, manufacturing, industrial, energy, marine and institutional sectors, the new office will provide local businesses with access to experienced, safety-minded craft professionals when and where they are needed most. The Sacramento location reflects Tradesmen International's continued investment in local markets and its commitment to helping contractors, manufacturers and industrial employers overcome workforce challenges while keeping projects on schedule. "Opening our Sacramento office is an exciting opportunity for our team," said Becca Crawford, General Manager of Tradesmen International's Sacramento office. "Northern California is experiencing tremendous growth across multiple industries, and we're excited to become part of that momentum. We look forward to building strong relationships throughout the Sacramento region while helping contractors, manufacturers and industrial employers access the skilled craft professionals they need to complete projects safely, efficiently and successfully." For nearly 35 years, Tradesmen International has partnered with businesses across North America by delivering flexible workforce solutions tailored to project demands. The company recruits, employs and places experienced craft professionals across a broad range of skilled trades supporting commercial and industrial construction, manufacturing, energy, marine, institutional and facility maintenance projects. From electricians, plumbers and welders to pipefitters, millwrights, HVAC technicians, sheet metal workers, concrete finishers and heavy equipment operators, Tradesmen International provides the skilled workforce organizations need to keep projects moving safely, efficiently and on time. With a strong focus on safety, workforce development and productivity, Tradesmen International helps clients maintain the right workforce at the right time, improving project performance while reducing labor-related challenges. Its workforce solutions are designed to provide flexibility, reliability and access to skilled talent, allowing businesses to adapt to changing project demands with confidence. The Sacramento office is located at 2150 River Plaza Drive, a four-story, 122,692-square-foot Class A office building in Sacramento's Gateway Oaks business district. The location offers convenient access to downtown Sacramento, major transportation corridors and businesses throughout the Northern California region. "We're excited to welcome Tradesmen International to 2150 River Plaza Drive," said Scott Stranzl, President of Asset Management Services at Basin Street Properties. "Their long-standing reputation for providing dependable skilled labor solutions makes them an outstanding addition to the property, and we look forward to supporting their continued success in the Sacramento region." Daniel Baker of JLL represented Tradesmen International in the lease transaction. Tony Whittaker, Nellie Cruz and Jason Goff of CBRE represented Basin Street Properties.

PR Newswire
Apr 2nd, 2026
Tradesmen International appoints general counsel and chief people officer to support growth

Tradesmen International, a provider of skilled craft professionals, has announced two leadership appointments to support its growth strategy. Mallika Fawcett has been promoted to general counsel, where she will oversee legal strategy, corporate governance, compliance and risk management. Fawcett has been with the company since 2018, demonstrating expertise in corporate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory compliance. Tiffanie Brinson has joined as chief people officer, responsible for talent development, organisational effectiveness and employee experience. Brinson previously served as senior vice president of people and culture at Ubique Group, where she established the company's first People and Culture function. President Marshall "Skip" Wood said the appointments reflect the company's focus on sustainable growth and operational excellence.

PR Newswire
Jul 8th, 2024
Tradesmen International Begins Next Phase With Stronger Financial Foundation

Transaction Strengthens Financial Position by Reducing DebtReinforces Tradesmen's Position as Industry's Largest Skilled Staffing FirmCLEVELAND, July 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tradesmen International® ("Tradesmen" or "the Company"), an industry leader in skilled trades staffing and labor-cost containment solutions, today announced a transaction that significantly reduced the Company's debt, positioning the business for continued growth.Marty Wick, Chief Executive Officer of Tradesmen International, said, "Tradesmen has a strong business built on the expertise of our workforce, delivering industry-leading skilled labor to fulfill our clients' labor needs for construction, energy, marine, residential, industrial, and institutional projects. Widely recognized as a leader in our industry, we were recently named by Forbes as one of America's 100 Best Recruiting and Temp Staffing Firms for 2024. Through this transaction, we are gaining additional financial flexibility and resources to fuel our growth so that we can continue to expand our account executive and recruiter headcount, and enhance technology capabilities for sales and recruiting operations. We will be even better able to support our talented craftworkers, grow our business, and serve our clients."AdvisorsWeil, Gotshal & Manges LLP is serving as legal advisor and PJT Partners is serving as financial advisor to Tradesmen International.About Tradesmen InternationalTradesmen International, an Ohio-based company, has provided contract skilled labor to construction and industrial partners since 1992. The company has since expanded its service focus to include Construction, Energy, Residential, Marine, Industrial, and Institutional businesses. Clients leverage the Company's market-focused recruiting expertise and scale, accessing craft professionals across trades and skill levels

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Cowles Co.
Oct 7th, 2021
Tradesmen International, LLC opens new location in Ohio, United States

The office here was established in 2009, 17 years after the first Tradesmen International location opened in northeast Ohio.

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