Business Details
30 Years
experience
Trusted Employment Agency in El Cajon, CA
Established in 1996, XL Staffing has grown to become one of San Diego's leading employment agencies, specializing in temporary staffing solutions for the industrial/manufacturing and tourism/hospitality sectors. Our family-owned business combines 25+ years of industry experience with a commitment to integrity and personalized service. We guarantee qualified, reliable, and motivated candidates through rigorous pre-screening processes and maintain a daily workforce of over 450 employees. Our expertise extends to temp-to-hire placements, direct hire solutions, and specialized divisions serving security, construction, and office administration needs. Recognized as one of the nation's top 30 fastest-growing staffing companies, we maintain affiliations with major industry organizations including the American Staffing Association and California Staffing Professionals.Our 24-hour accessibility and fast response times ensure clients receive capable employees within 24 hours. With nearly 100 years of combined management experience, our team provides strategic workforce solutions tailored to each client's unique requirements. We handle all payroll administration, workers' compensation, and compliance matters, allowing businesses to focus on core operations. Our reputation for excellence has earned us a loyal client base and multiple industry accolades.
Services
Temporary Staffing
Temp-to-Hire
Direct Hire
Security Services
Construction Staffing
Hospitality Staffing
Payroll Services
Event Security
Manufacturing Staffing
Office Administration
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of proven success in staffing industry
- Over 450 qualified employees available daily
- 24-hour accessibility for urgent staffing needs
- Specialized divisions for hospitality, security, and construction
- Recognized as top 30 fastest-growing staffing company
Associations and certifications
- California Staffing Professionals
- American Staffing Association
- TempNet WRC Certification
- California Association of Licensed Security Agencies, Guards and Associates
What people say
Professional, responsible
Lots of opportunities
Great pay
Flexible hours
Strong community leader
Services
Temporary Staffing
Immediate workforce solutions for short-term needs including vacation coverage, seasonal demands, and special projects. Our pre-screened candidates ensure business continuity without long-term commitments. Clients benefit from reduced administrative burdens and instant access to qualified personnel across multiple industries.
Temp-to-Hire
Risk-free evaluation period where candidates remain on our payroll during assessment. This solution improves retention rates while allowing employers to verify cultural and skill fit before permanent hiring decisions. Comprehensive support includes performance tracking and transition assistance.
Direct Hire
Full-service recruitment for permanent positions including candidate sourcing, interviews, background checks, and skill assessments. Our extensive network connects employers with passive job seekers and industry specialists. We manage the entire hiring lifecycle from job analysis to final placement.
Security Services
Specialized security personnel deployment for events, corporate facilities, and construction sites. Services include armed guards, crowd control, executive protection, and workplace security. All personnel undergo rigorous vetting and maintain required certifications for client safety compliance.
Construction Staffing
Skilled labor solutions for construction projects including electricians, plumbers, carpenters, and equipment operators. Our workers meet industry-specific safety standards and project requirements. We provide both individual specialists and complete project teams for residential and commercial developments.
People
Joe Mackey
Founder and President
30-year staffing industry veteran with leadership roles in California Staffing Professionals and American Staffing Association. Specializes in security and hospitality staffing solutions. Active community leader serving on multiple educational and non-profit boards.
Stacy Mackey
Vice President
Certified Staffing Professional managing daily operations and financial systems. Recognized leadership award recipient with expertise in payroll administration and client relations. Active in San Diego business and educational organizations.
Diana Nunez
Staffing Coordinator
Experienced staffing coordinator connecting job seekers with employment opportunities. Maintains extensive industry network and provides personalized placement support to both employers and candidates.
Daisy Gonzalez
Staffing Coordinator
Skilled staffing coordinator specializing in candidate screening and job matching. Committed to finding optimal employment solutions for both businesses and job seekers in multiple industry sectors.
Liz Warriner
Security Coordinator
Security staffing specialist managing placement of qualified guards and protective personnel. Ensures all security personnel meet rigorous industry standards and client-specific requirements.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We specialize in hospitality, manufacturing, security, construction, and office administration staffing solutions across Southern California.
How quickly can you provide staff?
Our 24-hour accessibility ensures qualified employees are available within 24 hours for urgent staffing needs.
Are background checks performed on candidates?
Yes, all candidates undergo comprehensive screening including interviews, skill assessments, and background verification.
Do you charge job seekers for placement?
No, our services are completely free for job seekers. Employers pay our staffing fees.
What payroll services do you offer?
We handle complete payroll administration including tax filings, workers' compensation, and compliance documentation for client businesses.
Can I try an employee before hiring permanently?
Yes, our temp-to-hire program allows 30-90 day trial periods with candidates remaining on our payroll during evaluation.
Reviews (7)
Winston Wolfe
Mar 28, 2022
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This place is horrible. They will help you find a job but they have a security business as well and even tho it is the same owner but different entities they will work you overtime but use the 2 entities to not pay you overtime rate. And if you don't ask they won't tell. You'll work 60 hours in a week and they will split the hours between the staffing and the security side to screw people from overtime hours and pay them a regular rate. I don't recommend this place.
Phillip Auston
Jan 23, 2021
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These people dont do anything for the people that they staff. Maybe if you stroke their ego you might be able to get a good job. I worked on the site tried to call the company they were not open there was nobody on site for the job they sent me. Spent about 3 hours on site then left. Even though I had already talked to workers on site about where my company is or what they're going to be doing, I was told that we were supposed to meet in a new site but late and at a different location. XL told me it would basically my fault and when the company that they signed or contract me too lied they did nothing in my defense.
D. Garcia
Jan 23, 2021
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Have been able to keep me busy with staffing jobs and the staff is friendly. They work with you as long as you work with them, great atmosphere.
Autumn Fisher
Dec 18, 2020
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Went in to get a simple fingerprinting scan done and the receptionest Caitlyn was extreemly helpful and amazing!
Ramon Anaya
Mar 23, 2018
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These ladies are amazing was able to come in and get me a part time job the receptionist is super nice understandable and friendly she is super amazing the coordinator that interviewed me is super helpful and willing to work with me i am so grateful and appreciated i came in and re applied
T. M.
Feb 02, 2018
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Horrible, I tried Live Scan through them and had to go back 3 times because they cant follow State Board directions. I've been waiting 2 months to get this license and hopefully my employer still considers me as a candidate. Terrible. Luckily I found another live scan company that knows what they are doing. They also didn't refund me the full amount I initially paid. NEVER GO HERE!
Jock Lewis
Dec 27, 2017
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How dare you go under people reviews that said Stephanie the owner daughter of this company is rude and. Say wrong company but the ones that said you was nice it wasn't the wrong place. Come on before I did this review I did my homework you have two names under here and both places has bad reviews. NOT ONLY ARE YOU RUDE YOU LIE AS WELL SGAME ON YOU WHEN YOU GO TO GOOGLE AND TYPE IN XL OR EXCELL BOTH ARE SECURITY COMPANY YOUR SECURITY GUARD ADRIAN TOLD ME THAT ITS TWO UP ON GOOGLE SO BEFIRE YOU LIE MAKE SURE YOU TELL YOUR STAFF. ANYONE THAT CAN READ CAN CLEARLY SEE ITS THE SAME STEPHANIE YOUR NAME IS IN BOTH PLACES BUT THE GOID REVIEWS YOU DIDNT TELL THEM WRONG PLACE. CUT IT YOU RUDE YOUR STAFF IS A PIECE OF TRASH RACIST PEOPLE. ALL OF THE REVIEWS THAT ARE GOID HAS TO BE YOUR FRIENDS HAS TO BE.
I WOULD NOT HIRE YOUR STAFF TO GUARD A PARK CAR. HORRIBLE SERVICE HORRIBLE STAFF. DISRESPECTFUL IF I COULD GO ON THE NEWS AND TALK ABOUT YOUR COMPANY FOR 3 HOURS ON HOW HORRIBLE YOUR COMPANY IS I WOULD.
I WOULD NOT HIRE YOUR STAFF TO GUARD A PARK CAR. HORRIBLE SERVICE HORRIBLE STAFF. DISRESPECTFUL IF I COULD GO ON THE NEWS AND TALK ABOUT YOUR COMPANY FOR 3 HOURS ON HOW HORRIBLE YOUR COMPANY IS I WOULD.
