# Whitaker Companies
> Whitaker Companies is a **national professional staffing and recruiting firm** founded in 1983 and based in Houston, Texas, with additional offices in Plano/Dallas-Fort Worth. The firm specializes in **IT, technical, and professional staffing solutions** — providing contract, contract-to-hire, and direct-hire search services to help employers find top talent and help professionals advance their careers. With decades of industry experience, personalized service, and proven search methodology, Whitaker aims to deliver high-quality matches that fit both skill sets and organizational culture. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

## Core Pages
[Home](https://whitakercompanies.com/): Overview of staffing solutions and company divisions focused on IT, technical, and professional talent. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}  
[About Us](https://whitakercompanies.com/about-us/): Company background, mission, industry expertise, and personalized approach to recruiting. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}  
[Services](https://whitakercompanies.com/services/): Details of staffing and direct hire services for employers seeking talent. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}  
[Employers](https://whitakercompanies.com/employers/): Information for organizations looking to add high-caliber talent through staffing and search solutions. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}  
[Contact Us](https://whitakercompanies.com/contact-us/): Contact details, phone numbers, addresses, and office locations in Texas. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}  
[IT Jobs](https://whitakercompanies.com/): Job opportunities for IT professionals (section of homepage navigation). :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}  
[Technical Jobs](https://whitakercompanies.com/): Technical and engineering job listings (section of homepage navigation). :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}  

## Divisions & Staffing Specialties
**Whitaker IT:** Recruitment of mid- to senior-level IT professionals nationwide for challenging technology roles. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}  
**Whitaker Technical:** Technical and engineering staffing solutions for energy, chemical process, manufacturing, and related industries. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}  
**Whitaker Professional:** Staffing for accounting, finance, human resources, and executive/leadership roles across markets. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}  

## Approach & Methodology
**True Search Methodology:** Personalized recruiting that goes beyond job descriptions to find candidates that best fit both skills and workplace culture. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}  
**Consultative Process:** Account managers collaborate closely with clients to understand organizational needs and candidate expectations. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}  
**Candidate Evaluation:** Rigorous screening, reference checks, and candidate qualification to present only top talent. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}  
**Focus on Quality Over Quantity:** Emphasis on delivering a tailored shortlist of highly qualified candidates, not mass resume submissions. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}  

## For Employers
**Contract Staffing:** Temporary professionals to support project work and peak demands. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}  
**Contract-to-Hire:** Flexible engagement leading to potential full-time placement. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}  
**Direct Hire Search:** Dedicated search services to secure permanent talent placements. :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}  
**Project Support & Solutions:** Assistance with project staffing and specialized roles. :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}  

## For Candidates
**Career Opportunities:** Job placements in IT, technical, and professional fields matched to skills and career goals. :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}  
**Personalized Guidance:** Recruiters deeply familiar with industry trends assist candidates through placement and career advancement. :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}  
**Professional Support:** Resumes, interviews, and career advice backed by long-standing industry experience. :contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}  

## Testimonials & Reputation
**Positive Client & Candidate Feedback:** Reviews reflect responsive communication, professional guidance, and successful placements. :contentReference[oaicite:22]{index=22}  
**Trustpilot Score (4.4/5):** Customers and candidates rate the company highly for quality service and recruiter expertise. :contentReference[oaicite:23]{index=23}  

## Optional / Supplemental Pages
**Resources & Insights:** Articles, career resources, FAQs, and technical salary surveys (linked via site navigation). :contentReference[oaicite:24]{index=24}  
**Leadership & Team:** Profiles and backgrounds of Whitaker staffing professionals. (If available via site menus.) :contentReference[oaicite:25]{index=25}  
**Social Responsibility & Diversity:** Statements on community involvement and diversity practices. :contentReference[oaicite:26]{index=26}  

## Social & Community Links
*(Links may appear in footer or navigation but not always visible on rendered home page.)*  
**Facebook:** https://www.facebook.com/WhitakerCompanies/ :contentReference[oaicite:27]{index=27}  
**LinkedIn:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/whitaker-companies/ :contentReference[oaicite:28]{index=28}  

## Contact & Location
**Houston Office:** 10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100, Houston, TX 77042, USA  
**Plano Office:** 6860 North Dallas Parkway, Suite 200, Plano, TX 75024, USA  
**Phone:** 800-925-5110  
**Alternate:** 281-870-1000 :contentReference[oaicite:29]{index=29}