monitor

project engineer

traffic engineer

engineer

senior civil engineer

Neel-Schaffer, Inc.

I was responsible for locating and communicating with property owners to gain access for the purpose of removing debris left by Hurricane Katrina.  One of the more challenging aspects was obtaining permission to complete demolition on partially destroyed homes because most people were clinging to what they were left with. Tremendous teamwork, long hours, and dedication to getting the job done in a timely manner and to the specifications set by FEMA and also to the property owners satisfaction was sometimes very difficult.  The hard work and the long hours brought people together.
Overall, the job was one of the best fits for me because I appreciated the human aspects of it but I also enjoyed the challenges of persuading people to let go and move forward to something new and different in their lives.

I signed on as a Debris Monitor. Told to expect great hours and all the work we could handle. In the beginning it was great. 

Then came the holidays.  Road Crews weren't paid. So monitors received early send homes.  

Unpaid holidays were extended.  Thanksgiving was supposed to be two days. It was 6.  Christmas. 5 days turned into two weeks which became 21 DAYS WITH NO PAY. ALL WHILE BILLS PILED UP.  We were still told to keep waiting to return to work. 

I basically was FORCED to quit. 

It was a big letdown.  Not happy at all.  I trusted this company.  Trusted my supervisor.    Live and learn.

The workplace is more laid back and flexible for an office environment. The focus is always on giving the best quality product for the client in the time needed.  This may require working some evenings/weekends at busy times, but it also allows you to have a life outside of work where personal and family obligations are understood.  Participation in the local community is encouraged.

I loved working for Neel-Schaffer. I worked at the DMS and on ROW. I got to meet some awesome people. I learn a lot of rules and regulations to keep me and the crews safe without putting the people in the community in any danger. The management was awesome. They knew each of us by name. I enjoyed just talking to other monitors. I enjoyed seeing a smile one everyone faces. "SUNSHINE 🌞"

Neel Shaffer was a company which had a fast paced style of work that did not sacrifice quality. At times it was very demanding to get the required work done in time, however no one was treated unfairly or poorly. A good team environment with an office that generally works well together towards common company goals.

I enjoyed working this side of the storm as well as the inspection side would like to be able to do this  kind of work year round.   The job kept you on your toes ,learning  new info. Daily and record keeping so you can get paid.

What is the best part of working at the company?
It was an overall great company to work for. I enjoyed my experience at Neel-Schaffer and really hated to leave.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
It wasn't really stressful to me. I was in Accounting which offers it's own level of stress but my manager was great.

Overall good experience I was a short term employee during a cleanup after a national disaster.
A typical day included following trucks to ensure proper weights of debris, proper safety protocols, and maintaining a steady workflow.
Really enjoyed my time with this company.

introduced to Microstations and Civil Engineering standards and details. Co-workers are very friendly and helpful. The challenge for me was learning the Civil Engineering Industry. The most enjoyable part of the job is that there are a endless pool of opportunity.

The owner has worked hard to build company but the younger generation coming behind him is money hungry and ruining what owner has built. Owner is 87 years old and his moto I have never worked a day on this job. He says he is doing what he loves. He will stay at Neel- Schaffer until I'm taken out on box.

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Monitor 30 salaries reported	$17.27 per hour
Project engineer 3 salaries reported	$82,801 per year
Traffic engineer 1 salary reported	$80,000 per year
Engineer 2 salaries reported	$79,106 per year
Senior civil engineer 4 salaries reported	$113,750 per year

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