Is Micro Center a good company to work for?

Micro Center has an overall rating of 3.6 out of 5, based on over 1,580 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months. 62% of employees would recommend working at Micro Center to a friend and 50% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Micro Center have been left by employees working as Manager , Retail Sales Manager and Technician .

Does Micro Center pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Micro Center employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Micro Center. This rating has decreased by 7% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Micro Center?

62% of Micro Center employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Micro Center 3.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Micro Center?

Sales Associate (188) , Customer Service Representative (177) , General Sales Associate (116) , Customer Service Representative (CSR) (84) , Retail Sales Associate (57) , Service Technician (45) , Systems Sales Associate (35) , Sales (26) , Warehouse Associate (23) , Computer Technician (17) , Inventory Specialist (16) , Technician (16) , BYO Sales Associate (15) , Manager (15) , Cashier (14)

What are the pros of working at Micro Center according to real employee reviews?

"The people that I work for are just great and the people I work with are equally awesome." ((in 98 reviews)); "benefits were good and sufficient" ((in 62 reviews)); "Good work environment" ((in 33 reviews)); "Good money available if you are good at talking to customers" ((in 32 reviews)); "So many great employees and discounts" ((in 27 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Micro Center according to real employee reviews?

"bad management for the entire store" ((in 182 reviews)); "low pay and poorly run" ((in 106 reviews)); "Managers don't take complaints to heart." ((in 68 reviews)); "Long hours for low commision" ((in 44 reviews)); "If you don't, you get reprimanded and your pay gets cut (your commission is based on how much you can upsell customers into buying software, warranties, and credit cards)." ((in 38 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Micro Center locations?

Columbus , Dallas , Houston , Fairfax , Tustin , Madison Heights , Hilliard , Duluth , Rockville , Yonkers , Paterson , Westmont , Cambridge , Westbury , Denver , Marietta , Chicago , New York , Overland Park , Sharonville , Brooklyn , Flushing , Saint Louis Park , Brentwood , Minneapolis , Saint Davids , Baltimore , Towson , Mayfield Heights , Saint Louis

Micro Center reviews

3.6

62% would recommend to a friend

(1,563 total reviews)

Richard M. Mershad

68% approve of CEO

50% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.7

Culture & values

3.4

Compensation and benefits

3.3

Senior management

3.2

Work/Life balance

3.2

Career opportunities

Micro Center has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 1,563 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Micro Center employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

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Reviews by job title

2K reviews

3.0

May 12, 2025

Flip a coin and gamble - It's a stepping stone

Retail sales associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The pay *can* be great, Sometimes they hire decent people to the teams. Some managements are decent.

Cons

The pay *can* be bad. Sometimes they hire horrible team members. Some of the managements are unbearable with unreal expectations.

Micro Center Response

1y

Thanks for sharing your feedback. We appreciate your insights into the experience, particularly your observations on compensation, team dynamics, and management styles. We understand your comments regarding the variability of pay, and our compensation model, which includes uncapped commission, is designed to offer significant earning potential for our sales associates. We also recognize that retail is a demanding environment, and we are continuously working to foster a supportive workplace, address potential burnout, and set clear, achievable expectations for our team members. Your perspective is valuable as we strive to enhance the overall experience for all our employees. Best - Jennifer Rex - Senior HR Generalist – 614.850.3153

5.0

May 10, 2025

The Most Professional and Caring Job I've ever Applied and Started Working at.

Sales associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I could not think of anything negative about this company, except for how popular it is to want to work here! It isn't easy to be a select hiree but the process was smooth and although we hit a lifetime of delays we made it and are getting ready for launch!

Cons

None, I couldn't think of any besides the popularity and competition in the job market!

Micro Center Response

1y

Thank you for your feedback on your experience at our Santa Clara location! We are thrilled to hear that you consider us the most professional and caring job you've ever had. It's wonderful to know that you've had such a smooth hiring process and that you're excited about your journey with us. We truly appreciate your dedication and enthusiasm. Your review truly highlights what we strive for, and we're grateful to have you as part of the Micro Center team. Best - Jennifer Rex - Senior HR Generalist – 614.850.3153

3.0

May 3, 2025

Good Stepping Stone, not Long Term for Most

Sales associate - build your own

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Easy to acquire with little to no experience - Competitive pay for the retail sales industry - Uncapped Commission - Shared interests with the people you work with - Working with Computers - Easy Semi-Professional experience for people looking for a stepping stone - Some Sales Training

Cons

- Sales Environment can be toxic if culture is unchecked - Retail Scheduling is erratic especially with smaller department staff - Truck Shifts (7AM) - Low Base Pay (4$/HR in almost every location) - Commission schedule works against helping customers who aren't looking to spend much and want a good bit of your time. - No great opportunity to move up - Management inconsistencies

Micro Center Response

1y

Thanks for sharing your feedback. We strive to foster a supportive and friendly work environment. While our sales associates do have a base rate of $4.00 per hour, their total earnings consider both their commission and base pay to determine their hourly rate over a two-week pay period. Right now, our General Sales associates are averaging about $21.00 per hour throughout the company. We continuously evaluate compensation structures and are committed to offering competitive wages and benefits, including commission opportunities that can significantly impact overall earnings. We understand your concerns regarding management and the suggestions you’ve made. We will take your feedback into consideration and will be reviewing our internal leadership and management processes. We're committed to continuous improvement and encourage you to reach out to share specific details so we can address concerns directly. Best - Jennifer Rex - Senior HR Generalist – 614.850.3153

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