Republic Services Employee Reviews about "people"
62% would recommend to a friend
(423 total reviews)
Jon Vander Ark
79% approve of CEO
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- "Good pay for your first year with the company and they care about their employees" (in 242 reviews)
- "awesome place to work the people are great the company really cares about its workers whether your temp worker or not" (in 157 reviews)
- "Micro management which evolved completing upper management tasks other jobs that were not in the job description( knocking on doors collecting money, site visits for other business units endless recording of activity's that were completely meaningless just to satisfy upper management , reporting the same material in multiple locations to make other members jobs easier , spending 60" (in 51 reviews)
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Updated Nov 30, 2023
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Return to all Reviews- 3.0Oct 30, 2014Outside Sales RepresentativeCurrent Employee, more than 3 yearsHouston, TX
Pros
Great personalities, strong sales talent, relaxed atmosphere at the office
Cons
Management is horrible. Never seen operations so inefficient and unwilling to take care of the customer. Everyone is always frustrated that they can't get the help they need. Management always making things too complicated and throwing people under the bus for anything under the sun. Unrealistic expectations, no desire to take care of the customers. It takes them 2 weeks to make a five minute decision.
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Republic Services Response9yThanks for your feedback. We would like to hear more about your ideas on how we can improve our employee experiences. Please contact us or your local Human Resources Representative. We can be reached at recruiting@republicservices.com.
- 4.0Mar 10, 2012Operations SupervisorCurrent EmployeeFort Worth, TX
Pros
The company has great benefits and a genuine care for their people all the way down to the yard hand. They are focused on doing the right thing. Top level management has a vision and a focus for the company and they do a great job at communicating that to the bottom.
Cons
Difficult to move up in a short time frame. Must be willing to relocate or wait your turn in line. Job can be stressful if you let it be.
- 4.0Feb 15, 2016Anonymous EmployeeFormer Employee, more than 10 yearsCharlotte, NC
Pros
There are a lot of great people who have passion and commitment to the company and industry at Republic Services.
Cons
At times it seems that short-term decisions are made at the cost of the long-term health of the organization.
1Republic Services Response8yWe are sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet your expectations. We strive to create great experiences for our employees and we’re always seeking feedback. If you’d like to discuss this further please email us at recruiting@republicservices.com.
- 3.0Sept 16, 2013Customer Service RepresentativeCurrent EmployeeBellevue, WA
Pros
Very nice people. Good work hours
Cons
very poor systems need to update for people to do the job in a fast manual
- 4.0Dec 23, 2015Operations ClerkCurrent Employee, more than 1 yearCedar Rapids, IA
Pros
I like the variety of tasks and the people I work with are the best. Managers are very caring and try to help in any way they can.
Cons
Training is important in order to feel confident doing the best job possible and the tools and resources are not available.
Republic Services Response8yThanks for your feedback. We would like to hear more about your ideas on how we can improve our employee experiences. Please contact us or your local Human Resources Representative. We can be reached at recruiting@republicservices.com.
- 2.0Jan 19, 2015Anonymous EmployeeFormer Employee, more than 3 yearsPhoenix, AZ
Pros
Some great people to work with...I enjoyed interacting with fellow employees to assist with their questions. Decent benefits.
Cons
Company culture needs improvement, low morale in certain departments/BU's, lack of management in some areas
3Republic Services Response9yWe are sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet your expectations. We strive to create great experiences for our employees and we’re always seeking feedback. If you’d like to discuss this further please email us at recruiting@republicservices.com.
- 2.0Apr 4, 2017Truck DriverCurrent Employee, more than 1 yearIndianapolis, IN
Pros
Steady job. No lay offs since I have been here. Supervisors try and help resolve issues caused by upper management.
Cons
Too many upper level managers. Company is top heavy and is not supportive of the people out making the money to pay their salaries.
1 - 1.0Sept 17, 2009AdministrativeCurrent Employee
Pros
You get a paycheck...some of the people are great to work with and you can make life-long friends. If you like company logo merchandise, this is the place to work!
Cons
Real talent is not appreciated. The HR department is a joke. The entire company is corrupt and dishonest. Competent customer service is non-existant. Don't work here if you have a family as time off is not encouraged. Further educational advancement is encouraged, however, no assistance is provided. Health benefits are provided, however, time off to attend the appointments is discouraged. Interdepartmental drama is extreme and management is unwilling to be involved.
1 - 2.0Jun 2, 2021Operations SupervisorCurrent Employee, more than 1 year
Pros
1. The people here are awesome and work super hard to complete all work for customers. 2. The front line employees are very good who work for me and I consider them the best.
Cons
1. Area and corporate do not hear or do not do anything to address issues above the local level. 2. Equipment is old and tired and expecting drivers/techs/operations people to do more work with barely functioning equipment is an unfair request. 3. Red tape for hiring/discipline/and retention are huge issues that cause real staffing shortages and follow through.
1 - 4.0Jul 4, 2016Customer Service RepresentativeCurrent Contractor, less than 1 yearWinder, GA
Pros
awesome place to work the people are great the company really cares about its workers whether your temp worker or not
Cons
i do not have any cons for this company i would say the only thing i can think of is more holidays off for people to spend time with people they love
