Republic Services reviews

3.4

57% would recommend to a friend

(3,489 total reviews)
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Jon Vander Ark

72% approve of CEO

56% positive business outlook

Republic Services has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 3,489 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Republic Services employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Energy, Mining & Utilities industry (3.8 stars).

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3K reviews
4.0
May 12, 2012

Power of attitude

Anonymous employee
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Pros

As I read through the feedback of fellow Republic employees, I'm not surprised by the negative comments. Having a positive attitude makes an enormous difference. This is not the most "glamorous" company but I have enjoyed working here. PROS: - Recession proof industry. - New opportunities for growth/sales (ie recycling services) - Great learning experience. It's easy to move up in this industry because it's very niche so your experience becomes valuable if you decide to stay.

Cons

CONS: - Limited holidays time off - No 401k match for Year 1 - No tuition reimbursement or assistance - Lack of cohesiveness within departments. ALL depts need to work together in order to succeed. From the sales team to data entry to billing to dispatch to operations to maintenance, and especially to the drivers.

1.0
May 8, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

Good reimbursement for using your own vehicle (To start, then drops). . When you are new they take care of you.

Cons

After a year, doesnt matter if you are the best selling rep, you get to take the brunt of all the divisions problems. When you make a whistleblower, they end up firing you anyways.

3.0
Feb 23, 2012

Short

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Great benefits, and staff was great!

Cons

management style, lack of communication

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