Frustration and disappointment. - Former Employee, Pre- and Post-merger - 6 Years AVI-SPL Employee Review

3.0
May 15, 2012
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

All in all, a pleasant enough work environment. I rarely had an issue with a co-worker. Benefits package was above average by current standards. Local management was understanding as regards vacation and personal time off. Got a pair of nice, new workshirts with the co. logo embroidered on them every 18 months or so.

Cons

Little to no room for career growth outside of technical positions. Field offices are desperately understaffed. Salaries not commensurate with management's performance expectations. Raises are basically non-existent. Performance appraisals are infrequent and slip-shod. In-house training program is abysmal. Their vaunted program consists of first-come/first-serve, vendor supplied classes. Company would rather hire from the outside than train and promote from within. Difficult to transfer across department lines, ex. office admin to engineering services, tech to sales, etc. Invariably, field offices are located in less than desirable neighborhoods. In lieu of maintaining adequate staffing levels, all employees are expected to "cover" the gaps, and perform duties outside of their job description, responsibility and ability.

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5.0
Jun 12, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Flexibility, best in the industry with lots of opportunities

Cons

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5.0
Jun 11, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Regionally dominant, opportunity for growth is there. Steady work, and management seems to let onsite techs do their best without micromanaging. The service team is top-notch if you ever need to lean on them.

Cons

Benefits. they need to address benefits to help retain top-end talent. PTO and vesting schedule is a little weak. LOTS of middle management in some areas. Health prems and 401k match are also not so great

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