Boston-based Marathon Staffing Solutions Inc. has announced it will permanently lay off 71 employees in Northern California, with the majority of cuts—62 positions—affecting its West Sacramento location. According to a recent Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) filing, the layoffs are scheduled to take effect November 7, 2025.
This development comes at a time when the Sacramento region is facing a broader wave of employment instability, adding strain to an already challenging job market.
Who Is Marathon Staffing?
Marathon Staffing Solutions is a national staffing agency headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, known for placing workers in industries such as manufacturing, distribution, retail, and light industrial work. The company has operated in Northern California for years, serving as a key link between job seekers and employers needing temporary or permanent hires.
However, shifts in the regional economy—particularly in retail and distribution—have reduced staffing demand, forcing the company to make significant cuts.
Why Are the Layoffs Happening?
While Marathon has not released a detailed public statement about the layoffs, industry reports suggest several contributing factors:
- Regional Employment Declines – The Sacramento area has seen widespread layoffs from major employers like Genentech, Google, and Michaels, leading to fewer staffing contracts for agencies.
- Retail Sector Slowdown – Retail job losses have sharply reduced the need for seasonal or temporary staffing.
- Economic Pressure – Inflation, shifting consumer spending, and high interest rates have slowed business hiring across multiple industries.
These trends have placed staffing agencies like Marathon in a difficult position, as their business model depends on steady employer demand for short- and long-term workers.
Impact on Workers
The layoffs will leave dozens of workers without jobs just before the holiday season—a period when temporary staffing typically sees increased demand. Workers may face:
- Loss of income without immediate job opportunities
- Reduced access to benefits previously provided through employment
- Increased competition for a shrinking pool of open positions
Employees impacted by these layoffs have legal rights under both federal and California labor laws, including potential entitlements under the California WARN Act.
Your Rights Under the California WARN Act
The California WARN Act generally requires certain employers to provide 60 days’ advance written notice before a mass layoff, plant closure, or relocation. Failure to do so can entitle affected employees to:
- Up to 60 days of back pay and benefits
- Continued health coverage during the notice period
- Possible recovery of attorney’s fees if legal action is necessary
If you have been affected by the Marathon Staffing layoffs, it’s important to determine:
- Whether you received proper written notice
- Whether all owed wages, vacation pay, and benefits have been paid
- If there are grounds to challenge the layoff process or seek compensation
How Employees First Labor Law Can Help
At Employees First Labor Law, we represent workers—not corporations. If you or someone you know has been affected by the Marathon Staffing layoffs in Sacramento, we can review your situation to determine if your rights under the California WARN Act or other employment laws have been violated.
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