1Welcome to Automate America!
This guide walks you through everything you need to know to find qualified technical professionals for your projects. Follow these steps to set up your company profile, post opportunities, and connect with skilled contractors.
2Step 1: Setting Up Your Company Profile
Your company profile establishes credibility and helps attract top talent. Professionals evaluate your company before applying, so make a strong first impression.Select "I'm Hiring / Company" Enter your business email and create a secure password Verify your email address via the confirmation link Legal company name DBA/Trade name (if different) Industry sector Company size Year established Website URL Headquarters address Additional office locations Service areas
Creating Your Account
1. Visit automateamerica.com and click "Sign Up"
Company Profile Elements
Complete these sections for maximum visibility:
Company Information:
Location:
3Step 2: Posting Jobs and Contracts
Effective job postings attract qualified candidates. Here's how to create listings that get results.Defined duration (weeks, months) Specific project or task Hourly or weekly rate Full-time employment Annual salary Benefits package Fixed deliverables Milestone payments Defined scope Instead of: "Must know PLCs" Write: "Must have 5+ years with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, including Studio 5000 programming and Ethernet/IP networking" Professionals filter by rate Hidden rates = fewer applications
Types of Opportunities
Contract Positions:
Direct Hire / Permanent:
Project-Based:
Pro Tips for Better Postings
Be Specific About Skills:
State the Rate Upfront:
4Step 3: Reviewing Contractor Matches
Once your posting is live, Automate America's matching algorithm goes to work.Skills match (technical requirements) Experience level alignment Location/travel compatibility Rate expectations Availability Matched Candidates: Professionals who fit your requirements Applications: Professionals who applied to your posting Saved: Candidates you've bookmarked
How Matching Works
Our algorithm analyzes:
Viewing Matches
In your Hiring Dashboard, you'll see:
5Step 4: Making Offers
Found the right professional? Here's how to extend an offer.Introduce yourself and your project Ask any clarifying questions Gauge interest before formal offer Confirm key terms: Rate, Duration, Start date, Work location, Payment terms Add any special conditions Click Submit Offer Accept: Contract begins Negotiate: Counter-offer sent Decline: You're notified
Initiating Contact
1. Click Message on the candidate's profile
Sending an Offer
When ready to proceed:
1. Click Send Offer
The professional receives notification and can:
6Step 5: Managing Contracts
Once a professional accepts, the contract management phase begins.Start date and duration Work schedule Reporting structure Communication channels Deliverables or milestones Active contract status Timesheet submissions (for hourly) Milestone progress (for projects) Communication history Document uploads
Contract Setup
Review and confirm:
Ongoing Management
Your Contracts Dashboard provides:
7Step 6: Processing Payments
Automate America makes payment processing simple and transparent.Professional submits approved timesheet Invoice auto-generates based on rate × hours You receive invoice for review Approve invoice Payment processes on your billing cycle ACH Bank Transfer: Lowest fees Credit Card: Quick setup, higher fees Wire Transfer: For large payments Percentage markup on contractor rate No hidden fees No surprise charges Volume discounts available for enterprise clients
How Billing Works
For Hourly Contracts:
Payment Methods
Set up your preferred payment method:
Fee Structure
Automate America's transparent fee structure:
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