Does Pentair pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Pentair employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Pentair. This rating has improved by 6% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Pentair?

70% of Pentair employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Pentair 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Pentair?

Engineer (20) , Manager (20) , Mechanical Engineer (16) , Software Engineer (15) , Manufacturing Engineer (14) , Project Manager (13) , Material Handler (12) , Sales Manager (12) , Design Engineer (11) , Assembly Line Worker (10) , Intern (10) , Product Manager (10) , Sales (9) , Customer Service Representative (8) , Operations Manager (8)

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

"Great people and easy" ((in 107 reviews)); "Good benefits and paid time off" ((in 89 reviews)); "Enjoyed the internship and the pay was good" ((in 57 reviews)); "Work life balance is good" ((in 41 reviews)); "Good Work Environment" ((in 26 reviews))

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

"Poor management and not enough follow through!" ((in 63 reviews)); "Upper management is detached from business" ((in 18 reviews)); "no training or incentives to make you work harder or keep you motivated" ((in 11 reviews)); "Communication was a big fat ZERO." ((in 10 reviews)); "Many layoffs have made the work environment trying a times." ((in 9 reviews))

What are employees saying about Pentair layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Pentair layoffs and their outlook for job security at Pentair in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Pentair locations?

Minneapolis , Sanford , Houston , Brookfield , Delavan , Anoka , Moorpark , New Brighton , Cary , Golden Valley , Hanover Park , Milwaukee , Chicago , North Aurora , Ashland , Solon , Apex , Kansas City , Stafford , Saint Paul , Chardon , Conroe , Redwood City , White Bear Lake , Apopka , Raleigh , San Diego , Aurora , Dover , Denver

Pentair reviews

3.7

70% would recommend to a friend

(1,063 total reviews)

John Stauch

76% approve of CEO

56% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.9

Compensation and benefits

3.8

Diversity & inclusion

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.5

Culture & values

3.3

Career opportunities

3.1

Senior management

Pentair has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 1,063 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Pentair employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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Reviews by job title

1K reviews

5.0

Nov 7, 2024

Excellent Work-Life Balance, Opportunities for Growth, Plenty of learning opportunities

Associate trainee engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Excellent Work-Life Balance: 5 day working (flexible) Positive Work Culture Employee-Friendly Policies Ideal for Freshers- Great starting point for freshers, offering hands-on experience and plenty of learning opportunities to build a strong foundation Supportive Senior Management: Senior leaders are approachable and willing to help Opportunities for Growth - Employees have room to grow and develop their skills across various domains

Cons

Compensation: The pay could be more competitive, especially for an MNC. Improvements in compensation packages could enhance employee satisfaction

Pentair Response

1y

Thank you for your review! At Pentair, we are committed to delivering smart, sustainable water solutions to homes and businesses around the world. We appreciate your feedback, and for your contributions to Pentair!

4.0

Nov 4, 2024

Great learning environment

Intern

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

exposure to leadership teams and a mentorship

Cons

you're not always in the same location as your manager

Pentair Response

1y

Thank you for your review! At Pentair, we strive to create a positive work environment for all employees. We appreciate your feedback, and for your contributions to Pentair!

4.0

Nov 1, 2024

Work life

Cnc machine operator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Competitive wages and overall cleanliness

Cons

Being a union shop sonority takes place over knowledge and experience

Pentair Response

1y

Thank you for your review! At Pentair, we are committed to delivering smart, sustainable water solutions to homes and businesses around the world. We appreciate your feedback, and for your contributions to Pentair!

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