associate project manager

senior project manager

project manager

senior estimator

intern

Rosendin Electric

Rosendin is a decent place to work. I’m an IBEW Local 26 member and worked for a little over 2 years in their QA/QC department. It was OK overall. They have a very developed process and methodology for identifying and tracking quality and non-conformance issues. I leaned a lot on the BIM 360 Field and PlanGrid applications as well as how to properly communicate with other team members (other journeymen, foremen, GF) in  the field about these issues I identified, as well as those in the office (APM, PM, engineering team). So that was a very valuable step forward in my career. 

My biggest issue was that I was able to identify certain issues that people before me overlooked or consciously chose not to document for some reason. Sometimes that person was my QA/QC foreman. But Rosendin’s process is that the foreman has the final say if the identified issue will be pursued and tracked. Sometimes they would shoot down my identified issues because they were too overwhelmed with what they already had on their plate, just didn’t care, or their lack technical understanding of the issue or relevant NEC code didn’t allow them to understand why it was significant. Even when they were willing to hear me out, I often had to play the role of educator had to push really hard to get problems taken seriously. This happened repeatedly and became very mentally draining. Sometimes situation  even played out with our engineering team. One day I decided it wasn’t worth the mental stress and I quit. I’m now trying to get into a full-time NETA accredited testing company. 

No matter how good or thorough of a job you do, you are “stuck in line” behind your direct supervisor. You won’t be able to move up until the person above you in the hierarchy is able to move up..all in unison. Rosendin does a great job about making you feel like “you’ve found the place you belong” and this is the last company you need to think about working for. They’ll flaunt that they’re an “employee-owned” company and they’re “different”. But truthfully, that’s all a charade. They operate just like any other business does. Get in line. 

A typical day at work consisted of processing tools and materials in a tool tracking system and either storing them in are warehouse or delivering them to a job site. I learned how to work very hard and efficiently for long hours and how to manage a warehouse I gained many trouble shooting skills because I was on my own for many difficult decisions. my mangers I worked under did not present themselves as professionals and that presented many problems for me and other co-workers. Some of the people i worked with were hard working and some were not but me and others managed to make up for what others were not able to finish. The hardest part of my job was transporting things on trucks that were bulky and unstable and worth over half a million dollars. I enjoyed all the places I went and the people I met in this job but I also liked how I was for the most part relying on myself.

I have to say that working for this company really helped me get a perspective on the in and outs of the electrical field and what many apprentices have to go through to start in this kind of field.  A typical day included setting up and getting ready for a work filled day, getting instructions from journeymen, and getting the tasks done.  Most days went by so fast because the work is so fast paced and there are so many individuals that help you learn as you go along.Peers were always willing to help and assist in any situation that might arise.  Hardest part of the job had to be to just multi-task and get it done as quick as possible. Best part of the job was to know that at the end of the day you know you leaned something new and that you walked away from the job with some new knowledge, whether it was knowing how to get a task done or how to get it done more efficiently.

fixing mistakes from planners and their designs; try showing how the designs/schematics would not work - told to do it anyway.  then I'd have to re modify to fit into box/cabling arrangement.  Co-workers worked together moderately.  Upper management had no clue.  Had to teach, show, assist, co-workers and my boss on a daily/weekly basis.  
When the company bought the original company, promises were made and not fulfilled.  IT's sad to see longtime companies/clients leave because the new company had no idea how to support and continue relationships.

A day in Construction as an Electricians Helper. You made your job fun and if you can't have fun while being safe you are in the wrong line of work.
We always started our day  with Stretch and Flex, then go over the days agenda for each company on the job site. you would then meet up with your crew to know who was doing what for that day. we got two 10/15 minute breaks and one 30 minute lunch and on ac-cation we got lunch on our contractor. I have learned a lot in the past 7 months, number one is safety is always first as it should be, always listen to what your Journeyman says, if you see someone needs help and you are able to lend a hand do so.

The company is really good about allowing personal time as needed. The benefits are better than any place I've worked. The job security and advancement are a little hard to rate 5 stars because there's a lack of upper level management communication. And the job culture has definitely suffered as the department has grown. Having said all of that, a typical work day is nice because you can set your schedule, i.e. 5AM to 1:30 or 9 AM to 5:30, and you're held to that schedule. They don't give you a hard time about breaks either, but a 30 minute unpaid lunch is mandatory.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The people! The overall commitment to Safety

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Providing training to the field employees, and depending on them to follow safety policies and procedures

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Safety is always the number one topic and established awesome Safety culture

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
As a Regional Safety, Director, my day could begin at a job site, auditing the plantation of all safety, policies and procedures. Another day could be reviewing injury trends or training needs

A typical work day was trouble shooting network issues, desktop issues, configuring, and order equipment, setting up jobsite. What did I learn, nothing. Had great management up until 2 years ago, Some where down the line we lost our way, no direction, poor leadership, confusion.  The office I worked out of great, no complains, loved the management in my office.  Hardest part of the job was getting the IT management to understand what I did on a daily basis.   The most enjoyable part of the job was the teams that  I worked with and the people I did work for.

The pitch from Rosendin sounds great, and I honestly believe they are trying to provide the employeee experience they describe, but individuals within the company seen to have a hard time loving up to it.

For instance, because if shortsightedness from a single manager, BIM modelers are not allowed to work from home even one day. Not a single day.  It is a job starter to even suggest it.

Also, bonuses rely on the whom if a single manager, and I had one tell me that he feels only managers should be allowed to have bonuses.

Not there worst company I've ever worked for, but they could definitely be better.

If you are in the trades and looking to take electrical work seriously, this is by far one of the best companies to work for. They truly care about craftsmanship and don't usually rush jobs. Things are usually well planned and the foreman have common sense and actually listen to their teams, even the newer members and non-technical workers. It is overall a welcoming environment that offers plenty of room for growth and career advancement.

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