truck driver

seasonal warehouse associate

maintenance person

dock worker

counter sales representative

Maine Oxy

I worked for Maine Oxy for aprox 3 months, during that time the issues I ran into was as follows: 
Lack of communication
dishonesty 
expectations of one single person (short staffed) 
Complacent rule

With no communication the order schedule was insufficient and waste of valuable time, spent more time waiting for cylinders to be filled, (no product, no work)

The Company boasts ethical, friendly and concerned about employees but my expierience was the exact opposite, when confronted with issues management tries to appease you with promises of change but nothing changes. "suck it up" or "it is what it is" is the ultimate solution. 

As a short staffed company their expectations of one person is over the top, expecting 1 person to unload, and then load 4 trucks by themselves is a high over reach, the schedule 2-midnight quickly becomes 2-3, or 4am daily. I guarantee if they were honest at interviews and told people these realizations it would be very difficult to fill these positions. 

Complacent rule:  The veterans of this company have become quite complacent in their jobs and create fictitious rules to the new hires making their jobs more difficult, when confronting management about these so called rules and the EXTRA WORK bestowed upon you due to these fake rules they are not addressed.  

Coming into the company it was clear this was an older company built on historic but commendable values. Right away I noticed many of the people had been here for 20 to 30 years. To me that pays tremendous value because many of my past employers average employee stayed 1-3 years even for being open 15-20 years. I can stand behind a company that retains employees as its a testament to the common workers general feel for being worthy to an employer. The department I was hired into was brand new with many learning  curves for both me and the company. The leaders have ben very supportive and open to adapting the new roles as we go through growing pains and finding how this department fits into the current day to day operations.. Although we have many long term employees the exciting part is all the new innovative people getting on board to keep the company current with the ever growing industry. Watching the 2 genres merge together to find what can help grow the company but also stay true to the family values is what impresses me the most.

Maine Oxy, to me is a great place to work. There’s always things to do and usually plenty of time to do them in. Sometimes a little too busy, with helping out our sales team to answering customer phone calls. We work Monday through Friday and pretty much have the weekends to ourselves, there might be a few times you’ll have to go in when the stores closed but that as often as none. The culture at Maine Oxy felt slightly outdated when I first started but within the last few years things seem to be changing for the better, we now have paid new parental/adoption leave, along with new hires getting vacation time almost upfront and payouts for vacation and sick time. There’s always something new to learn so it’s hard to get bored unless you’re trying. If you need something just ask someone in management their job revolves around you. One thing I want to note is that when I applied my hiring manager mentioned I needed to pass a drug screen, Maine Oxy does not discriminate again the use of THC they only ask that no one uses it while on the job, we do live in New England.

When I started for Maine Oxy, I started where everyone else started... at the bottom (Dock). I enjoyed doing my job of loading trucks, filling cylinders, and everything involved really. 
Management was fair but tough and the only thing I did not like was the hours at the time. 

So... I worked my way up. Learning everything I can and taking what I learned from previous positions and putting the knowledge to use in many different ways. I got off nights and onto days. I worked for where I am right now and I look forward to coming into work every day. Advancement exists...as long as you are willing to work for it....as it should be.

I have a great boss who is flexible when it comes to life and schedules. The people who work here are fantastic and do great at their jobs, and I never dread a day at work. 

There so much room to move around if someone puts the effort into it and goes for it, whether its a step up or simply a side step because you need a change.

Great atmosphere with management and working with team leaders in an open communication environment, enjoyable for those that are self-efficient and looking to enhance their career by taking the necessary steps to achieve goals set and to work as a team to complete daily business goals. Ability to have time off and having time outside of the workplace is the most enjoyable part of the job. MaineOxy has helped me develop within my role in my current position and makes me feel as an integral part of the team and the business moving forward. I would recommend anyone that is a self-starter and looking for not a boss but a leader to work with in future employment opportunities. 

What is the best part of working at the company?
The amount of financial payment, for the work done.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Six months into Maine Oxy purchase employees still do not know how to sign in with new online app. Company directives are given in zoom meetings, and are not easily understood. Maine Oxy being a larger multi state concern is much more big business than Strate Welding Supply was.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
I do not enjoy working for Maine Oxy, and will be ending my employment there 6/30/2025 the date all changes will be implimented since the business purchase from Strate Welding Supply.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
External sales calls, and account troubleshooting.

My experience has been nothing short of great. If you are looking for a team-orientated atmosphere then you've come to the right place. The work each employee puts in day-in day-out is meaningful and everyone helps support one another. Working for Maine Oxy has allowed me the opportunity to grow and succeed in an industry that impacts our communities in so many ways. You truly have a sense of purpose coming into work everyday and it's a great company to work for if you want to explore the industrial gas and welding industry! 

The job was not bad, the only bad things was DOT and the over nights, also the worst part was to load and unload the trucks. Good pay specially for been a CDL Class B. Even one overnight was too much for me because I was tire of that. It would have been perfect if it was a home daily job, but that wasn't the case and realistically impossible for them to do given the nature of the job. My time there was less than a year but I gained a lot of experience. 

Maine Oxy has been a good place to work. The customers have been some of the best I have assisted in my 35 years of retail experience. The job can best be described as intense. Most days go by quickly with little down time.  The company has access to a tremendous amount of training material to help you succeed in your job. There’s always something new to learn. Most of the the Vendor based training I had to complete on my own time since there was not enough time to complete during work hours. My imeadiate managers were always availible to assist if I had questions or concerns.

I have genuinely enjoyed my time at Maine Oxy. The company fosters a supportive and collaborative environment where everyone is encouraged to share ideas and contribute to the success of the team. Management is approachable and genuinely cares about employee growth, providing ample opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

The work-life balance is excellent, and the benefits package is competitive. The company culture is inclusive and welcoming, making it easy to feel like a valued member of the team. Overall, Maine Oxy is a fantastic place to work, offering both professional growth and a positive work environment. 

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Truck driver 72 salaries reported	$28.76 per hour
Seasonal warehouse associate 1 salary reported	$25.00 per hour
Maintenance person 2 salaries reported	$22.00 per hour
Dock worker 6 salaries reported	$21.17 per hour
Counter sales representative 17 salaries reported	$24.32 per hour

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