framer

outside sales representative

sales representative

construction project manager

coordinator

Permabilt Industries, Inc.

I am going to preface everything I'm about to say by stating I only worked at this company for one day. This was my experience.
 I was excited to be joining a company with a well reviewed high quality product. As a sales person for the company, I would be representing this product. My primary purpose in starting this new job was to work for a company who's values were in alignment with my own. Honest, ethical, thoughtful. 
My training started as soon as I walked in the first morning. It was just myself and the owner of the company.  I'd been through several training's in my past and I had prepared myself for an intensive learning curve which is part of all new undertakings. What I had not prepared myself for was a condescending, domineering frankly abusive method of training from the owner.  Unprofessional and  adolescent. He used  F bombs and extreme condescension. By the end of the day, my body was physically shaking from the treatment I was receiving. I left that day and wrote an email to the woman who hired me at the company explaining the situation and basically got back "it's no cake walk here" as the response. Based on that I decided my first day would also be my last day at Perma Bilt. I'm not willing to give away my happiness for a paycheck. It's just much easier to cut down on my needs and live more simply. 
I'm not writing this in anger but to aid anyone potentially in my situation. I changed my life to take a job at this company. I would have appreciated knowing what I was in for with the owner.

The work load had doubled and not allowing overtime OR hiring additional trained staff took a toll on the health of the department staff.  A typical day of work started at 800am, I would arrive between 700 and 740 am and begin work immediately often working through lunch.  Had 140 jobs in the department at varying stages in the permitting process.  Started day by reviewing emails.  Answered what I could immediately, researched those emails I could before responding.  Archived all emails received in the appropriate job file.  Checked jurisdictions for statuses via phone and email, sent new projects to the engineer for structural drawings, created/updated site plans, prepared application form(s), hired consultants for third party information, researched properties utilizing Assessor and Auditor information. formed contacts at 30 different jurisdictions as necessary, learned permit requirements for 30 jurisdictions.  Responded to Pres., Vice Pres., General Manager, Sales Associates, Construction Manager(s) requirements as needed.  And more...

The company has a toxic work culture. Don't believe the five star ratings since I believe those have been posted by their in-house recruiter. The construction department people are relaxed and easy to work with, but the controller, GM/Construction manger, and owner are difficult to work with. They train you while you are multitasking on their in-house policies and make it you feel you are a problem if you don't get it on the first take. The overall strategy for training is horrible and they make a point of making you know in front of other employees how you messed up. It's just a constant negative train that I thought I could handle but this is truly next level bad. If the controller had his way there wouldn't be anyone else employed at this company. If you take this job like I did thinking it can't be that bad you are putting your own mental health and career at stake. Just move on to another job. Trust me, this place isn't a good fit for anyone that I know of. 

I worked in the office for 8 years until I had to move out of the area.  It's a solid company with good people that takes pride in doing a good job.  This is an extremely fast-paced environment where people work autonomously and it's impossible to fly under the radar.  (Although there were a few that tried!)  I learned a ton about construction when I was there although I didn't work in the construction department - there's a lot of overlap from department to department and I learned a lot.  
It's a casual environment which I liked - business casual dress is acceptable.  The people I worked with and management genuinely cared about doing a good job which I appreciated.  Also, I had previously worked in Seattle, so not making that commute anymore was huge.
The hardest part of this job was that it's a VERY busy place.  There is very little slack time and that was sometimes a bummer although the days flew by.

I have worked for Town & Country PermaBilt for 7 years in sales.  The position offers a fast paced, exciting sales experience.  I have the unique opportunity of meeting a lot of really good folks who are interested in our product.  We take our work very seriously and I think our product speaks for itself.  Our ownership understands that as salespeople we will encounter a variety of people and experiences in the field and they do a good job getting us ready for those experiences.  If the training is too intense for someone, well they probably are not the right fit for an outside sales position in construction.  With the continued support of our top notch office staff and construction dept/crews we have the right formula to remain Washington's Top Post Frame Construction Co. for many years to come.

This is a great place to work with a relaxed vibe. The environment is somewhat casual, so while we stay focused and get things done, there's no need for stuffy formality. People here are genuinely kind and easy to work with — it’s the kind of place where co-workers feel more like teammates. Collaboration comes naturally, and there's always someone willing to lend a hand or share a good idea. The office is in a convenient location, which makes getting here and grabbing lunch pretty easy. Management is approachable and open to feedback, which helps everyone feel comfortable speaking up. There’s a solid balance between working hard and enjoying the day, making it a place where people actually like coming in. All in all, it’s a supportive, down-to-earth workplace where you can do meaningful work and enjoy the people around you

I have worked for PermaBilt for about 12 years. During the recession almost all my friends in construction lost their jobs but I continued to have work. I never get laid off during the winter and I never have to worry about not having work. The pay has always been good and continues to go up and now they have vacation time so that is good. The construction office always seems to be crazy busy but they always find time to get me whatever materials or equipment I need. I also like that I don't have to work on the same site all time. I used to work for a large framing company and I would have to spend months on the same job and it got pretty boring.

My only complaint is that it has been crazy hot during the summer these last couple years but I can't blame them for that.

Working here was a busy job.  There was always something to do.  I worked in the Accounting office and a typical day included matching purchase orders to invoices in preparation to pay the bills.  I also was in charge of the company credit card.  This company was never behind on their bills which was nice so I didn't have to talk to any upset vendors but there was a large volume of work which could be overwhelming near the days the checks were due.  The people there were nice and there was always time for a little chit chat with my office pals.  I had to cover the front desk when she was on breaks which I didn't really like.

This is a good place to work overall.  It is always busy so everyone is pretty focused on doing their job which leaves less time for socializing than I might like.  

We dealt with customers buying big ticket items which was sometimes challenging because there were all sorts of customers you needed to adapt to on a daily basis and some could be challenging.  
  
The commute is great.  The dress code is relaxed and the people are great.  The time goes by fast on a daily basis because it's always so busy.  The medical is good although I wish they would've paid for my husband also.  All in all a good place to work - I'd probably still be there if we didn't move.

Nothing negative to say about the crews who actually build the actual buildings. Not a fan of management though. If you get a job here, make sure it's on the field and not Lynnwood or Puyallup offices. Some foremen are good, some bad, some supes are good, some bad. Pretty run of the mill blue collar experience. They will make you sign a non-compete agreement so keep that in mind if you ever decide that you don't want to get milked anymore but you like the work, they'd put trademarks on your hands if they could. 

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Framer 2 salaries reported	$23.75 per hour
Outside sales representative 17 salaries reported	$121,618 per year
Sales representative 1 salary reported	$117,500 per year
Construction project manager 1 salary reported	$122,500 per year
Coordinator 1 salary reported	$26.50 per hour

Working at Permabilt Industries, Inc.: Company Overview and Reviews

Permabilt Industries, Inc.

Permabilt Industries, Inc. Ratings

Popular jobs at Permabilt Industries, Inc.

Salary Satisfaction

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected