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TrueBlue, Inc. provides specialized workforce solutions that connect employers with contingent labor, on-demand staffing, workforce management and recruiting services. Its operating brands include PeopleReady, PeopleScout, Staff Management | SMX, Centerline, SIMOS and Healthcare Staffing Professionals, with activity across light industrial, skilled labor, commercial driver, healthcare staffing and talent acquisition markets.
TrueBlue news commonly covers quarterly earnings, demand trends in staffing markets, organic growth, cost discipline, liquidity and credit capacity, and performance in skilled verticals. Company updates also include leadership appointments within operating businesses, investor conference participation, governance matters, shareholder engagement and developments tied to board refreshment or proxy-related activity.
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PeopleReady reports a significant surge in job openings related to cleaning services, with over 160,000 positions posted in the last month as businesses reopen across the U.S. Cleaning crew member jobs increased by 364%, while retail housekeeping associate roles saw a 300% rise. Custodial assistant jobs rose 200%, and other cleaning positions experienced an 80% jump. Taryn Owen, president of PeopleReady, emphasized the importance of enhanced cleaning in the return to in-person work.
PeopleReady, a staffing leader, garnered top honors at the 2021 Hermes Creative Awards for its We Are Ready™ branding refresh. The company received a platinum award for its new brand promise, 'Within Reach,' aimed at connecting qualified candidates with employers. It also earned a platinum award for a gamified internal communications campaign and a gold award for its website redesign. The enhancements include a centralized recruitment engine and a new virtual onboarding experience, facilitating a faster hiring process, reducing time to assignment by 87%.
TrueBlue (NYSE:TBI) reported first-quarter 2021 revenue of $459 million, a 7% decline from $494 million in Q1 2020. The company's net income per diluted share was $0.20, a significant improvement from a net loss of $4.04 in the same period last year, which included a $175 million impairment charge. Adjusted net income per diluted share was $0.25, compared to a $0.01 loss in Q1 2020. CEO Patrick Beharelle noted revenue recovery, disciplined cost management, and new business wins as key factors for the positive outlook amidst an economic rebound.
Following a year of pandemic-induced challenges, the construction industry is witnessing a remarkable recovery with an estimated 500,000 jobs available across the U.S. this season. According to PeopleReady, these positions offer on-the-job training, providing workers the chance to regain financial stability. President Taryn Owen emphasized the importance of temporary jobs for skill development and income. Notable in-demand roles include roofing helpers, general construction workers, and concrete workers. PeopleReady is actively connecting job seekers through hiring events and its JobStack app.
TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) is set to release its first quarter 2021 earnings results on April 26, 2021, after market close. A management discussion will follow via a webcast at 2:30 p.m. PT (5:30 p.m. ET) on the same day. In 2020, TrueBlue connected around 490,000 people with work across its specialized workforce solutions, including PeopleReady, PeopleManagement, and PeopleScout. For more information, the webcast and presentation details will be available on TrueBlue's website.
TrueBlue has announced that its Chief People Officer, Andrea Brogger, has been recognized as one of the 10 most influential HR leaders in the U.S. by Insights Success magazine. This acknowledgment highlights her innovative HR practices, employee engagement initiatives, and the alignment of people strategy with business outcomes. The recognition underscores the significant role of HR in driving business success. Brogger joined TrueBlue in 2011, becoming Chief People Officer in 2020, and has been pivotal in enhancing workplace culture and employee empowerment.
PeopleReady reports significant growth in temporary job postings, indicating a potential economic recovery. Key sectors experiencing a rebound include:
- Equipment operators: 300% increase
- Painters: 300% increase
- Material movers: 233% increase
- Retail associates: 200% increase
- Assembly associates: 80% increase
This trend suggests that permanent full-time positions may rise in the next 6 to 12 months. With nearly 10 million Americans seeking work, this growth is a positive sign for the labor market.
TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) announced that CEO Patrick Beharelle and CFO Derrek Gafford will present at the Sidoti Virtual Investor Conference on March 24, 2021, at 3:15 p.m. Eastern Time. A live webcast and replay will be accessible via the company’s Investor Relations website and here.
As a leading provider of workforce solutions, TrueBlue connected around 490,000 individuals with employment in 2020, offering services through its PeopleReady, PeopleManagement, and PeopleScout segments.
A recent analysis from PeopleReady reveals a significant shortage of skilled trade workers in the U.S., with jobs remaining unfilled for an average of one month. The gap is largely attributed to retiring baby boomers. According to Jill Quinn, the demand for apprentice-level positions is high, offering steady, well-paying job opportunities. Notably, job postings for plumber apprentices have surged by 24%, while median hourly wages for helper positions stand at $16, potentially increasing with training. This presents a compelling opportunity for job seekers.