Clueless - Technician National Grid Employee Review

1.0
Feb 19, 2026
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Pros

We get paid every month

Cons

National Grid do not understand what they have taken on: they think they can run an engineering company-a specialist engineering company no less- with “people managers” with no industry experience whatsoever. Then leave all the high level engineering based decisions they should be making to the many experienced yet overworked and underpaid engineers who are already heading for the exit door in droves, only to then take the credit. Frittering ridiculous amounts of money on things like DEI but pleading poverty when it comes to equipment or tools to do the job. Slowly chipping away at terms and conditions to try and get more for less out of the ever dwindling staff numbers.

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5.0
Mar 16, 2026
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Pros

I cannot say enough about how great a company National Grid is. I’ve been here for over four years, and there is truly a culture where employees are encouraged to share their voices. The company regularly conducts surveys to understand how employees are feeling, what they need, and what matters to them... and then transparently shares the results with everyone. I have never experienced this level of openness with any other employer, and I know that none of my friends or family have had similar opportunities. It says a lot that so many employees want their family members to work here as well. Working at National Grid is more than just a job, it’s a lifestyle, and there is a strong sense of pride in being part of the organization. As a woman, I am proud to be part of this “brotherhood” and have never felt that this is a male‑dominated space. There are many opportunities across the company, from field operations to management, depending on your interests. Compensation is competitive and rewards both experience and performance. Remote and hybrid work are sometimes an option, which to me shows a level of trust and respect for employees. I only wish I had joined earlier in my career.

Cons

I do wish there were more opportunities available in Western New York. Many roles seem to be concentrated in Central New York, Eastern New York, or downstate, and it would be great to see additional positions (for others to join the company) closer to home in WNY.

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