service technician

field manager

delivery driver

project coordinator

order manager

American Builders Supply

There is no real structured job description for a Multi-Family Project Coordinator (ask for a job description DURING your interview/BEFORE accepting a position) and that really sets the tone for the job experience. There is little to no training, honestly, to a shocking extent. So many expensive mistakes get made because so few people who get hired for this position have any experience in construction at all and without any training, it's messy. For the most part, everyone is guessing at what they are doing, and it seems the company has taken as many jobs as they can without figuring out a good system first. Because of this, the environment that gets created is chaotic  and when no one is sure of themselves but in a constant time crunch, panic ensues. Someone cried every. single. day. Most people are nervous and overwhelmed and frazzled. On top of that, it is "asked" of you to work 45 hours a week for your salary. No overtime pay. Still not sure how they are legally getting away with this tactic but it is a requirement asked of you on day one. Almost no one takes lunch breaks because of this. Also, a WFH (Work from home) day was dangled like a carrot, and then taken away with little to no warning or explanation. Everyone has too many jobs and there is always a deadline breathing down your neck. So many wasteful meetings and Teams Calls with unprepared PMs that were constant and always required for Project Coordinators to attend. Hours and Hours of them. 

That being said, the co-workers I had were fantastic and very helpful.  I do think ABS is a good company with trustworthy products, but should really be taking account/care for their employees happiness and work/life balance and also taking the time to organize the department before they lose the good people who are left. 

What is the best part of working at the company?
As an employee, my experience with American Builder Supply has been absolutely exceptional! The team I work with is incredibly helpful and supportive, always going above and beyond to ensure our success. The management is top-notch, consistently providing guidance and support, which fosters a positive and productive working environment. I feel truly valued and motivated to give my best every day. I couldn't ask for a better place to work, and I'm proud to be a part of this amazing team at American Builder Supply.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The most stressful part about working at the company is likely the high-pressure deadlines we sometimes face. As much as I enjoy the supportive team and excellent management, the tight timelines can be challenging to manage. However, the overall positive work environment helps mitigate this stress, and we work together to overcome any difficulties.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The working environment at American Builder Supply is truly exceptional, fostering a harmonious atmosphere. The office layout encourages collaboration, while visionary leadership and unwavering support motivate employees. The diverse and talented team ensures seamless problem-solving. With a focus on growth, work-life balance, and employee well-being, it's an inspiring and enriching place to work.

ABS is an opportunity to make a steady paycheck while you find an actual job. The management lacks professionalism, efficiency, honesty and in the end they treat every person as someone that is disposable rather than an investment. They also promise raises and don't follow through.The managers lack people skills are demeaning and degrading and when its addressed you shouldn't expect a resolution because rather than make a change they just terminate you. It doesn't matter whether you've been employed for one month or one year they do not value the efforts nor time that you put in as an employee. They are probably the worst company I have ever worked for and the culture is awful. If you are not a part of management or the corporate office you really do not matter and the relationship with ABS is not mutually beneficial its a steady paycheck but that is it. They pay also is not very competitive.

Working here has been one of the most challenging experiences I've ever had. The interview process was misleading, as the detailed job description, which is six pages long, is only provided on the first day. Despite being advertised as a hybrid role, the reality is that everyone is required to work in the office five days a week. There is a significant lack of training, leaving employees struggling and stressed throughout the week. Management offers little support, and senior PCs lack the necessary leadership skills. Attempts by management to address issues are ineffective, often exacerbating the problems. There are no adequate tools or resources provided for employees to succeed, as management views staff merely as numbers to complete tasks. I cannot recommend this workplace to anyone; the stress and emotional toll are not worth it.

Lots of issues right from the start. I have lots of construction experience, not a lot in what aBS had to offer, was told they would offer proper training. Training started by me showing up on first day and was pretty much told, here ya go, figure it out, I gotta run.  Senior Field Manager was way over worked, PCs are way over work, and you will fail more than you succeed. If you want constant stress, upper bosses to talk at you and down to you, this is the place for ya. Paycheck was ok, but the support and training you need is not there really. Even with some of the training classes, which you will walk away from with more questions and no real knowledge, the people leading the training can’t even agree on how they want stuff to run. If you take the job, have something else in your back pocket. I will miss some of my co workers, and they know who they are, but others I’m glad to get away from

Working at American Builders Supply has been one of the most rewarding professional experiences I’ve had. The culture here is truly unmatched—supportive, positive, and built around respect and teamwork. From day one, you feel valued, heard, and encouraged to grow, not just as an employee but as a person. It’s the kind of environment where people genuinely want to help each other succeed, and that makes coming to work something you actually look forward to.

What really sets American Builders Supply apart is its leadership. The leaders don’t just talk about caring—they live it. They take the time to listen, invest in their people, and lead with integrity and empathy. It’s rare to find a company where leadership is so approachable and sincerely committed to employee success and well-being. American Builders Supply isn’t just a great place to work—it’s a place where people thrive.

The experience was disappointing.  If you are good at what you do and are self motivated you will get worked piled on you.

When you think of creative ways to manage the mile high work load management will throw up road blocks or delay the simplest of process improvements, making the job a lot more stressful than it needs to be.

The management wants quick turn around on work but there is no foundation for success.

For example, after a couple of employees had left the company the team was trying to locate important information.  The solution:  management said get their old laptops and "poke around".  Seriously!

This is a labor-intensive job.  You will be lifting windows and sliding doors repeatedly your whole shift.  Thats all fine.  My problem while working here was that my work doubled due to teammates not doing their jobs.  They see a new guy come in and they kick back and relax.  I'm no stranger to the labor game and how it works but I don't have the time for management to filter through workers just so they can get some decent guys in there to do their job.  These guys have been working for a good while and its clear they're not going anywhere.  Management asked me to keep hanging in there while they found good workers to replace them, but I won't be over worked.  The pay is minimum for this type of job, this is easily an 18$ to 20$.  Wouldn't be so bad if we had actual team work instead of this dog-eat-dog mentality.

ABS is a a great place to work. There a numerous jobs in warehouse, office, sales, management and in the field. And there are many roads to career advancement. Most jobs are demanding and require full focus since every department requires full on attention to detail, down to the last nail, our product and service must be excellent

What is the best part of working at the company?
Working on your own when delivering building supplies

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
When the truck is loaded the wrong way as my delivers on my manifest

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Well I can say they have more Spanish people working there the minority . I feel like they are bringing in there people to take over the company

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Smooth because I know how to do my job even when the truck is not loaded correctly

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Service technician 7 salaries reported	$20.07 per hour
Field manager 12 salaries reported	$55,000 per year
Delivery driver 2 salaries reported	$19.25 per hour
Project coordinator 1 salary reported	$55,000 per year
Order manager 2 salaries reported	$17.00 per hour

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