If you have a soul, avoid this company - Driver/Messenger GardaWorld Employee Review

2.0
Aug 27, 2016
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Almost all of your co-workers are nice and helpful. The pay is decent. If you like not having a life, then this job is for you. Customers give you free stuff sometimes.

Cons

Management. I was a model employee for 4 years. I never once complained about a route or a partner, regardless of the situation. I was almost always early and I knew the job inside and out. I volunteered my time after my route was completed to help out sometimes. I was never in trouble and never received a write up. And I WAS NEVER PROMOTED. I wanted to be a full time crew leader and it never happened. I wanted to be a route supervisor and it never happened. It also took me more than 6 months to receive an expense reimbursement because management dragged their feet. Trucks are awful and poorly maintained. Employees are overworked. Supervisors are almost always goldbricking when it comes to doing their job or going out on the road when necessary. Management will play favorites. Incompetent employees receive preferential treatment by remaining in positions that should be awarded to those who actually work hard and know the job.

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5.0
Jun 8, 2026
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Pros

Good training. Not too demanding in the learning curve.

Cons

Not a whole lot of work where I live. Working out of town 1 day a week part-time with a long commute.

3.0
Jun 11, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

The role provides the opportunity to meet a diverse range of people, oversee multiple sites, and stay active throughout the day. The constant movement and variety help keep the work engaging and dynamic.

Cons

Supervisors are often overwhelmed by the number of accounts they are responsible for managing. They are required to conduct site checks within specific timeframes, regardless of the distance between locations, which can be challenging and time-consuming. Additionally, staffing shortages and heavy workloads can force supervisors to cover posts themselves when no one on the roster is available or willing to take an assignment, preventing them from completing other critical responsibilities. The company appears to follow federal law only to the extent necessary to avoid legal repercussions. As a member of the military reserves, I have observed that legally mandated rest periods following military duty are not always adequately considered by management when scheduling employees. This can create unnecessary fatigue and make it more difficult to balance military obligations with civilian work responsibilities.

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