Is 84 Lumber a good company to work for?

84 Lumber has an overall rating of 3.0 out of 5, based on over 993 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 15% over the last 12 months. 43% of employees would recommend working at 84 Lumber to a friend and 48% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about 84 Lumber have been left by employees working as Area Manager , General Manager and Field Operations Manager .

Does 84 Lumber pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, 84 Lumber employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at 84 Lumber. This rating has decreased by 20% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at 84 Lumber?

43% of 84 Lumber employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated 84 Lumber 2.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.0 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at 84 Lumber?

Manager Trainee (137) , Co-Manager (60) , Manager (43) , Store Manager (38) , Sales Coordinator (29) , General Manager (21) , Outside Sales Representative (20) , Yard Worker (17) , Co Manager (14) , Area Manager (13) , Forklift Operator (12) , Operations Manager (12) , Field Operations Manager (11) , Management Trainee (11) , Coordinator (10)

What are the pros of working at 84 Lumber according to real employee reviews?

"The work here is mentally stimulating and I the people I work with are great." ((in 51 reviews)); "Benefits are good and that’s about it" ((in 45 reviews)); "Good training and plenty to do" ((in 29 reviews)); "Bonuses monthly can be great depending on location" ((in 22 reviews)); "Great training program that they pay to send you to and compensation raises based on completion." ((in 17 reviews))

What are the cons of working at 84 Lumber according to real employee reviews?

"Pay is low and takes a while to really move up and make more money." ((in 96 reviews)); "You will work long hours at minimum 48hrs a week The company is Not diverse at all." ((in 93 reviews)); "Long hours are expected and the norm." ((in 35 reviews)); "Management is terrible and only looking out for themselves" ((in 29 reviews)); "Little to no work life balance" ((in 25 reviews))

What are the top reviewed 84 Lumber locations?

Eighty Four , Pittsburgh , San Antonio , Charlotte , Lenexa , Houston , Greenville , Manassas , Rochester , Murfreesboro , Cartersville , Baltimore , Louisville , Indianapolis , Las Vegas , Philadelphia , Mount Airy , Fort Myers , Asheville , Concord , Lubbock , Charleston , Atlanta , Rockaway , Georgetown , Durham , Denton , Moundsville , Knoxville , Hendersonville

84 Lumber reviews

3.0

43% would recommend to a friend

(969 total reviews)

Maggie Hardy

50% approve of CEO

48% positive business outlook

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84 Lumber has an employee rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars, based on 969 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The 84 Lumber employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

969 reviews

5.0

Apr 15, 2015

Great opportunities for advancement

Store manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

All promotions come from within the company. Great training programs in place for new employees. Performance based promotion and bonus structure drives employees to work hard. Weekly overtime is guaranteed for several positions.

Cons

Possible exposure to harsh weather conditions. Stores would benefit from computer system being updated.

5.0

Apr 15, 2015

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

84 Lumber has a top notch training program for anyone new to, and experienced with, the building industry. A competitive salary with a fair bonus structure. The autonomy given to managers to run their store to fit the particular market is a big plus. The team atmosphere makes it a fun and rewarding place to work, and the physical nature of the job will always have you feeling great at the end of the day.

Cons

If you lack drive it will be difficult to get promoted. Math skills are a big plus.

4.0

Apr 3, 2015

Great Career. Political as Most.

Store manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great learning environment. Great people in the stores.

Cons

Lots of hours. Not much support from upper management. If you get on the wrong side of someone, you're in trouble. Very political.

84 Lumber Response

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