signal maintainer

signaller

regional director

maintenance supervisor

hvac installer

CDL Electric Co., Inc.

When I was hired they straight up lied to me about the the company, the amount of work they hand and my work responsibilities.  It sounded real good at first but when new work didn't materialize they fired me as-if it was my fault.  They even denied cause so I had to fight to get unemployment benefits.   Yet that isn't the worse of it. Once there I realized they lie to customers just as much as employees.  Certain people in management basically speak whatever is convenient or whatever gets the sale or makes the owner happy.  If there is a problem it's usually the low man out in the field that gets the blame.  During my short tenure there I witnessed two decent maintainers get fired for reasons that really were not their fault.  It all adds up to a cut-throat toxic work culture.  Even if you work there a short time you will see the revolving door which is mostly the good people leaving. This is why there is always maintainer want ads posted on this website.  They chew them up and spit them out on a regular basis.

I was hired to do PTC/Railroad Signal work however after hiring on and moving to Pittsburg KS, it was realized there was only crossing redraw work which was work well below my skill level and work that any novice CAD operator could do.  They let me go as-if it was my fault.  They even challenged my claim for unemployment benefits.  There were many things told and promised during the job interview that turned out to be false.  Nepotism and the good 'ol boy management is also a problem that I observed.   During the short period of my employment at this company I witnessed several other good people getting hired and fired (quitting) like a revolving door.   They are constantly looking for new people because they can't hold on to the people they have which is directly related to the way management operates.

My managers work with me daily to ensure that I understand all of the jobs that I am helping on. They push me to be better at my job! I am learning to communicate with different clients and balance multiple jobs. My team members always ask how I'm doing and if they can do anything to help. The workplace culture is always fun and exciting. We have many jobs thrown our way and we all have to work together to complete them. CDL understands the importance of family and emergency situations. I was able to leave early to go check on my grandma in the hospital. The most enjoyable part is working together to make our community better. Because I work for Signs, we are able to completely transform a storefront in our community. It's always rewarding to see the finished product.

While the compensation is fair, the work environment is extremely toxic and drama is often instigated amongst the employees by management. The lack of communication between employees whether it be up/down the ladder or between different departments is very poor and it often results in significant mistakes being made. Most will be quick to cut one another's throat in order so save their own skin with even the slightest of issues. Job security is little to none. The reason they always have jobs available is because they have an extremely high turnover of employees. If you are just looking to make a decent wage this job may be for you. However, if you want to enjoy where you work and have decent relationships with your co-workers, this is not the place.

Typical work day is driving half the day and inspecting crossings then clocking out. Very good balance most of the time. Everyone in the company I've worked with for the most part have been very polite and understanding. Everyone has bad days but they are very few here. The only down side for me is being on the road so much that it almost feels like I don't live at home anymore, but if you're single like me it really isn't an issue. The pay is amazing and the management for me has been very understanding about my requests for time off. Easily one of, if not the best job Ive ever had. 

I started working for CDL in college. My major is construction management so they had me run and teach a couple of software programs. The owner remembers who I am and makes it a point to ask about me, even though we have 300+ employees. As a female in construction I feel very comfortable there and respected, something I haven’t found with some other companies. CDL is an equal opportunity work place. If you do well, people notice and you do move up. I am getting paid very well in college and my after college offer was exceptional.

Started off as a great job and I loved working there. The Owner is a great guy but enjoys conflict & drama. To much back-stabbing and fighting among employees. Many managers are under qualified but are the owners pets so they get special privilege. Old Equipment and a lot of travel required for certain positions. Chaotic & unorganized. Rough workplace culture with constant fighting among employees. Very unprofessional environment. Does not appreciate the employees and their hard work.

An expanding company that covers many areas. I’ve never had any issue with upper management when asking for help. Being a maintainer means you are on call 24/7 so get used to it. If you work hard and take care of your area as you should they give out yearly raises. Some depend on the area you are in. Can’t expect to get to get big money when you only have 10 single lane crossings. They provide you with newer truck and newer tools,  computer and cellphone. 
If you need anything to complete  your job properly, you just for it and they get it for you. 

Nepotism is also a problem.  They routinely lie to employees and customers alike.  Middle managers incompetence causes all kinds of problems but it's the downstream field employees who take the blame then get fired for totally avoidable mistakes.   It's a revolving door with certain people which is reflected by low employee moral because everyone soon learns that there are few opportunities to advance in this toxic culture.  The pay range is lower than industry standards which also contributes to turn over.

I worked there for a little over 5 years. Company has 1 to maybe 2 good supervisors left. Most of the good employees left. A few are left but only because they work for the best supervisor at the company. Company is full of people who will always blame the lowest person instead of themselves or the real cause, just to look good to management. Even with proof of wrong doing nothing gets done to them if they are besties with the owner, or highest management. By far one of worst companies to work for. If it's not in writing do not expect to receive what they promise you.

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