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Ayers-Basement-Systems

You make $18.05 an hour. For a job starting out that doesn't skjnd that bad. Until. You realize tbag next year you will make $18.05 an hour. And thr year after that. There are no raises. The only chance you have of making more money is being promoted to foreman. Which they tell you is the goal. They actually have a good sales speech, they just aren't fully honest. When I was there they ran about ten crews. A crew is three men and a foreman. All of the fireman's had been there for awhile. So the only way you are ever getting promoted is if one of them quits or gets promoted themselves. And if you are just started out them you are trying to get the job over 30 people who've been there a lot longer than you. So promotiona are not likely which means pay is stagnant.

$18.05 is decent starting pay. Until you account for the actual job. The job consist of the back breaking work of breaking up concrete, shoveling concrete, and hauling concrete. While the idea of *getting a workout at work" is appealing, when you actually take a long look at the type of stress this work puts on your body, it's not worth it. Carrying two 60 to 80 pound buckets up stairs for hours everyday for 5 to 6 days is going to give anyone serious back and knee problems later in life.

On top of that, they ask you if you are OK with travel. What they don't ask you is if you are OK with staying overnight. Or if you are OK with staying overnight for multiple nights all the way to an entire week. Or if you are OK with staying an entire week with 4 other guys in one hotel room. While they do try to switch up crews that travel like this and they also allow people that want to, to volunteer, if you have a family then this part could be just about as bad as the actual work. 

My recommendation? If you feel this is the best job you can get for the pay, then I'd suggest taking a job for less as it will save you from health issues in the future. And if you are debating between this job and a job of similar or better pay then don't even consider this job. There is a chance that some of you will enjoy this type of work. Even if you will, I don't think the strain it puts on your body is worth it. They have a great sales pitch in the hiring phase. And while I can't say they lie about the job, I think it's very fair to say they aren't honest.

They have a new hire training class every other month.... Seriously. They say it's because they're growing, but ultimately it's because of the extremely high turnover. Most of your time is spent in crawl spaces, another part is spent trying to convince people your "better" than the competition, and the last of your time will be dealing with customers on the back end, after the install doesn't go right. Your "company car" you pay for 100%, and you are also responsible for all your gas. They will hide this from you, but your "company car" will cost you $10-12k a year. They also will not tell you, but you are responsible for driving to Lansing every Monday morning. You are not reimbursed for gas, and you are not compensated for your time. If there was anything beneficial that happened during these meetings, it might be justified, but your time will be wasted and you will be expected to clap and hoorah for your coworkers doing their job. They literally have meetings just to say they have meetings. The schedule is nice, I will not lie about that. The biggest issue is that because you are a commissioned employee they will put any and all work they can on your shoulders. They probably will have paid employees to handle certain situations, and will still ask you to do the work because you are free. They say they are redefining the contracting industry, but if they were actually, they wouldn't need to talk so much about how they're doing it. They're the exact same as everyone in the industry, only with a shiny mask to cover to cover everything.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Culture, culture, culture. This company is built around accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement—and having a good time while doing it. It’s a “work hard and enjoy what we do” environment.

Leadership is engaged and focused on moving the company forward while also developing its people. There’s a strong sense of purpose, and the manifesto is clear: customers and people come first. The goal to “redefine the industry” is more than just a tagline—it truly shows up in how the work gets done every day.


What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The most stressful part of the role is the level of accountability that comes with it. The pace is fast, expectations are high, and you are constantly balancing big-picture priorities with what is happening daily. It can be demanding, but that is what makes achieving our goals the most enjoyable.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Culture here starts at the top, ownership, and the leadership team. Everyone is expected to take responsibility, follow through, and do what’s right for the customer. We have a customer and employee booklet we call our manifesto, and it keeps things clear. People first, do the right thing and keep getting better. The goal to redefine the industry is not just words, it shows up in how we work every day.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
A typical day at Ayers is fast paced and structured, but also flexible depending on what comes up. No two days are the same and there are always new challenges to solve. Believe me I look forward to coming in every day.

Working as the Assistant Production Manager at Ayers Basement Systems has been an incredibly rewarding experience. From day one, the company has demonstrated a strong commitment to both its employees and its customers, creating a culture built on integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

What stands out most is the leadership and support throughout the organization. The management team genuinely invests in your growth, providing the tools, training, and opportunities needed to succeed. There is a clear path for advancement, and hard work never goes unnoticed.

The production team operates with a high level of accountability and pride. Everyone is aligned with the company’s mission to deliver top-tier solutions and an exceptional customer experience. It’s motivating to be surrounded by individuals who care about the quality of their work and push each other to be better every day.

Ayers also excels in maintaining a positive and driven work environment. The culture promotes ownership, problem-solving, and leadership at every level. Being part of a team that consistently delivers results while maintaining strong values makes this role both challenging and fulfilling.

Overall, Ayers Basement Systems is a company that truly stands behind its people, encourages growth, and sets a high standard for excellence in the industry. I’m proud to be part of a team that makes a real impact every day.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Imagine a workplace where every conversation adds value to your day. Our team thrives on positive energy and proactive support—we don't just work together; we strive to make every interaction better than the last.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
What I love most is the lack of unnecessary friction. Because communication is so transparent and the leadership is so supportive, we’re able to maintain a steady 'flow state.' It’s a rare environment where the work is engaging, but the atmosphere is consistently peaceful.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
It’s rare to find a workplace where the values on the wall actually match the actions in the hallway. The culture here is remarkable because it’s built on trust and mutual respect. I leave every day feeling fulfilled, knowing I’m part of a team that genuinely cares about its people as much as its goals.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
The atmosphere here is remarkably vibrant. Every day is filled with these 'micro-moments' of support—someone offering a fresh insight or a teammate jumping in to help a customer. It’s a high-energy environment where you never feel like you’re on an island; you’re part of a collective effort to deliver excellence.

What is the best part of working at the company?
There was nothing good  at all the worst job experience I have ever had. They don't care about people no raises your just a body  to use.allthey care about is to get home owners money .

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Out of town &super late hrs. Absolutely no  family time if you have a family  no social life they will work you to death&not appreciate your hard work. For how hard they expect you to work&then some the pay &insurance benefits they offer aren't very good at all

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The installers who actually did all the physical work&knew more than sales people &management &the higher upsput together. the ones fromday to day in the feild were my environment  we were very overworked &under paid. If you got hurt or quit they were done with you.they had 10 more people to take your place. Very high turn overI have seen in one month 21 people get fired or quit.very bad environment 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Non stop work from morning to well into the night time weekends allot of physical intense work. The owners &higher  ups don't care about you&don't try to make your life easy at all.they will work you to death

Very exhausting work for $18 an hour especially if you plan on being there long term. Lots of favoritism. Extremely high turnover rate. You will be carrying 60-80 pound buckets up and down stairs all day as well as Digging, pickaxing, jackhammering and more . The Shop/Warehouse  is very cheap and selfish about giving employees proper safety equipment and tools. 

Management doesn’t care about you at all. They try to get you to work harder to get a promotion that you’ll never get . They don’t have enough space or trucks to promote any more foreman so it’s all a lie . 

If you do somehow get promoted to foreman you get a $1 raise and a percentage of commission but you have to pay your crew $18 a hour out of your own commission (No overtime for Foreman) so the only way to make money is to rush your crew and treat them like slaves. 

Communication is terrible because the office is never open the same time production employees are there so good luck getting ahold of H.R. or the I.T. Or anything along those lines. 

If you’re broke with no family, girlfriend, pets or hobbies and you want to workout every single day then this is the job for you . 

What is the best part of working at the company?
Definitely the culture, if you are dedicated and want to progress within the company we will walk along side you and give you the training you need and deserve. 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Adapting to curve balls that may present themselves on site, sometimes additional work is needed to achieve the customers goal which could mean later days or extending the project 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The work environment and culture is unlike anywhere else. We develop close relationships with those around us and truly care for one another and push each other to achieve greatness. 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Typical day is getting to the shop at 6:30 and ensuring that our trucks are properly loaded up and maintained to be able to do the job at hand. Arrive at the customers house and install their project as proposed. Typically between a 8-12 hour work day and then repeat that process the next day.

RUN THE OTHER WAY!!!!

Its ok if you want to learn how to use tools and they put on a decent annual meeting. Beside that you're gonna break your back for a company that doesnt care about you or your well-being and if you dont youre "not a team player" and your days will be numbered. Holiday bonuses are nonexistent unless you call company apparel a bonus. If you finish a job early youre rewarded with more backbreaking work maybe a monster and a donut. Good luck getting ahold of whoever you need to talk to in the office when you need to even during business hours. Be prepared to have your schedule flipped upside down at any given moment. You may get to work on a Monday morning thinking your local and going home everyday that week then last minute they say you have to go out of town for the week and you have no bag packed. You better just go and buy new clothes and toiletries with no reimbursement or youre "not being a team player". If you put in your 2 weeks they'll just fire you to make themselves look good and lie about the reason they fire you so you can't collect unemployment. If construction work is what you want look elsewhere

 Ayers leads with purpose in all that we do. Our mission is to redefine the  industry and as a result change customers lives forever. Our home is our greatest investment  and sanctuary. When something happens like water intrusion in your basement,  cracks in your foundation, your floors are sagging in your kitchen, there is an unpleasant odor coming into your home from your crawlspace you can no longer have peace in your home. Our mission is to change that, to provide permanent solutions to these issues and ensure that peace is brought back to our customers so they may fully enjoy their home once more. Every department in our company strives to ensure that every customer receives this experience. If you are looking for a company to work that lives purpose in all that they do, where you are heard, valued, excited, and energized to start every morning Ayers is the company for you. 

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