environmental inspector

inspector

home inspector

area supervisor

field inspector

Path Light Pro

i’ll start off with the good. The medical benefits are decent, you get a gas card and you can develop your own schedule to fit your own times.

Now with the negative, communication with higher management is really poor. they set expectations to the point where if you mess up on them, they don’t tell you right away, more after the fact. you also have to use your own vehicle to travel to each construction site and they promise a vehicle allowance but after you’re hired they then tell you it’s INCLUDED with your paycheck and not an extra benefit. vehicle mileage is awful and i have to depend on someone else to see when my mileage was entered online (my higher up manager forgot to enter a week’s worth and i had about $100 missing from my check, it was compensated later but it was still frustrating.)

During my whole year, i went through 4 area managers and when i first started, during one week, i had 20+ sites to do and had averaged at least 100 miles in one day (Texas is large as you may know.) I was expected to finish all these reports on the same day, travel to each site and try to be done by 6PM because god forbid you don’t finish the same day and have to do them later and even if you do stay up til midnight or 1AM to finish them, you get penalized for it. But when you also try to change your schedule with them and organize it better and correct minor mistakes, you still get penalized for not doing it “perfectly”. 

Just a lot of unrealistic expectations, mismanagement and keep in mind, if you do this job in any other state besides Florida (where the company is based), everything is online and you never physically see the managers above your area manager.

if you end up working here, i just hope it’s for a stepping stone in you environmental career cause that’s all this company is good for.


This company is not a good place to work for a number of reasons:

You will work unpaid overtime a lot. Whether this is because it rained or because a client requires extra work, you will be no stranger to things like weekend work or 12-16 hour days.

You will put a lot of miles on your personal vehicle. The company only pays for gas, oil changes, and a $500 maintenance credit. If you look at the federal mileage reimbursement rate and then look at the miles you put on your car, you will be very sad. I put in 25000 in a year, that's ~$14000 at $0.57/mile.

You will work holidays. You will rationalize that this is preferable to working 2 double shifts in order to take a holiday.

You will worry about taking PTO. In your first year you get 5 days.

You will most likely not get a promotion because growth opportunities are few and far between unless you want to move across the country when a manager job opens up.

If you got into the environmental game because you wanted to help the planet, you will be sad. Your labor goes toward helping large building corporations not get fined by regulatory agencies so they can make even more money.

Not to say there aren't pro's: the hours can be fairly flexible, your team and manager can be pleasant to work with, and the experience you gain is relevant to many environmental career paths. Unfortunately, these things can be found elsewhere and are not worth putting up with the strong cons.

I enjoy working at Path Light Pro! I have been able to grow quickly in the company after my performance and hard work was recognized by management. As a Compliance Field Consultant I/II, I was able to have flexible hours, starting as early as I wanted (as long as I got to site by 9am), and being finished once my route was complete and all paperwork was done (during the dry season I typically ended around 1-2pm). It balanced out having to work longer hours in the summer/rainy season. I was told once hired that I would have to work weekends and holidays if it were to rain so I knew those expectations going into this role. At most I worked under a dozen weekends a year, if even if I did it wasn't a full day. My manager was amazing and accommodating if I need need a weekend covered if I gave enough notice.
This job requires a lot of driving which I liked because I was able to see a lot of the state that I wouldn't have normally seen on my own. I love working independently in this field position and being able to control my own daily schedule. Our clients are typically super friendly and easy to talk to. 
We have a group chat with all of our coworkers throughout the market and are able to communicate freely about anything we are having issues with. 
I know this job isn't for everyone if you don't like the basics of this job, but after doing this for over 4 years, I am still very happy in my role at this company!

I learned Alot and the supervisors were very patient and helpful. Unfortunately I relocated to another state but I enjoyed the work with Path light Pro. I would highly recommend them. A typical day would be driving to new construction sites and performing inspections. I got lots of certifications and learned Alot. Workplace culture was great. Hardest part of the job was learning the electronic testing systems. Most enjoyable part was knowing I was providing new homeowners with the highest quality craftsmanship. Overall it was a great experience and I again I would highly recommend to builders or anyone looking for work in that field. My only recommendation would be to make sure you have a reliable vehicle for work preferably a truck that has plenty of space with a large bed that's covered. The test and certifications are not easy but they give you plenty of info to study. They're patient and give you time to learn. If you have an emergency or need time off or doctor's appointments whatever they are very easy to work with always. Never had a problem. They give you a gas card also for work which isvery helpful. I don't know what else to say

I began working with them in Panama City, Florida but life circumstances forced me to relocate (wage wasn't high enough to live independently) and was graciously allowed to transfer to Atlanta, GA. Housing again fell through so I was commuting from Chattanooga, TN each day. They covered all fuel AND milage! The only issue was the commute added 4-5 hours daily and on busy days I was driving 16-18 hours a day. For safety reasons I had to resign but would return happily to PLP! Caring, supportive, and gracious leadership! The job is what you make of it. I built relationships with my site supervisors and gained their trust and respect. They were really helpful on some days because of it. The area you work is also going to be very different than another.

This job comes with a somewhat flexible schedule but long hours for which you will not be compensated for. You are a salaried exempt employee, meaning you’re not entitled to overtime pay and you WILL work more than 40 hours per week.

You’re expected to be available all the time- after hours, weekends, holidays etc.

You drive your own vehicle to construction sites, some have paved roads, some are completely off road. DO NOT APPLY unless you have a proper 4x4 vehicle with good ground clearance or you will destroy your vehicle driving across uncleared land sites. 

High staff turnover leaves gaping holes over the market area resulting in you being ask to cover sites 3 counties away. You will drive 500 miles a week and put a LOT of wear and tear on your vehicle. Your gas is paid for but you’re only compensated 12 cents a mile, which doesn’t even cover a flat tire or oil change. 

Overall this company expects a lot from their employees but don’t want to pay the compensation. Expect $37k-$40k, similar positions with competitors pays $75k-$100k. 

Good company that offers a lot of services. Mainly swppp and energy. A lot of clients in multiple states. A lot of opportunity to learn and get certified in alot of different services involved in all phases of construction. 

Pay is fair depending on title. 
Inspectors average 30hrs a week and have freedom to manage their daily schedules. 
Management is expected to do more with less and be available 7 days a week. Certain times of the year it’s 70 plus hrs a week. The manager salaries are way too low for the amount of work,time and travel required. Things are improving but they have a long way to go. corporate management is too far out of touch with the field managers. manager get company cars but inspectors use personal vehicles and miles add up quick. They do cover all fuel costs but it’s still not enough. If salaries improve the job would be worth it. 

What is the best part of working at the company?
Going home at the end of the day 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Absolutely no appreciation, respect, or path for growth. Upper management is a tight knit group of friends that do whatever is necessary to cover each other’s backs regardless of who they destroy in the process. If you’re not part of that very small group you will never go anywhere with this company. 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Over worked and under appreciated. Overtime is expected and never compensated. Work/Life balance does not exist at this company. They will promise the world but do not follow through.

Manger was awesome and super helpful. Unfortunately the company threw me into jobs very early without proper training. Head mangers and not understanding, or willing to help you succeed at their company. Usually working in extremely hot spaces, for 6-10 hours a day no breaks or lunches. without proper training period and a deep understanding of what this job entails you will not succeed at this company, and will kick you the the curb without notice. only enjoyable part was being able to work by myself throughout the day no micro managing. 

First starting with this company it was great. Extremely flexible hours, no manager breathing down your neck everyday. Then I became an area manager and general manager, that’s when it all changed. The upper management  and ownership do not care about their employees, they pay us very little and expect us to devote our lives to them day in and day out. Even if you are doing well in your position you could be terminated for anything as I was. I was told it was a “business decision” and that my performance was never an issue.  Do not work here if you want to enjoy your life and not be stressed out 24/7.

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