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Initially, I accepted a job offer in South Texas and resigned from my then-current job, anticipating a start date for training. However, shortly after, I was informed that the position was no longer available and was instead offered a less desirable job further away, which seemed like a bait and switch tactic.

The commuting challenges were significant, with the company only compensating for a fraction of our lengthy bus travel times, often extending to two hours without bathroom access. This time, which should have qualified for overtime compensation, added to my grievances, and I am considering legal action for compensation.

The work environment was disappointing, marked by ineffective training, a hostile management culture fostering favoritism, and a lack of work-life balance. Sudden schedule changes showed no consideration for employees' personal lives. The management style resembled cliques, often reminiscing about better times under previous leadership.

I endured nearly a year with this company before being abruptly laid off, only to be re-offered a position later at a reduced salary, which I declined due to my disillusionment with the company. The company’s approach to cost-cutting, evident in inadequate provision of essential tools and inconsistent rules and communication, was disheartening.

Based on my experience, I advise against working for this company. There are many other organizations that offer better treatment and respect for their employees. Consider this a cautionary tale.

This company has management that hires family before locals.  They travel  from location to location with predetermined crew.  Locals find it impossible to secure employment even when more experienced.   Family members are  brought on with little to no experience.   Management promotes direct family members on same principle.  Requests for time off is not easily approved .   If are relative of management time off requests are approved and no limit to amount of time taken.  Bullying is rampant and if not condoned by management.  During lunch hours employees sell food without proper food licenses.  Some employees also sell tools and medical pills without prescriptions.   These are employees who are journeyman selling as if is onsite food-truck, hardware and pharmacy.  Management is aware of this ongoing selling. gossip runs rampant and used to sway management.  Was stressful environment to work under .   Certain journeyman have high turnover rate with apprentice helpers.  Journeyman and foreman often do not have good command of the English language which is crucial when working with electrical plans.  Some are working  with basic literacy skills but management turns the other way.  Some management employees will take tests for family members if they can’t read in English.  Transfers given to direct family members and intimate friends.

Test electrical systems using tools that include voltmeters, oscilloscopes and ohmmeters to determine where issues may be occurring, the safety of the system and to ensure compatibility
• Document actions, testing results, observations, final diagnosis of the situation and steps taken to resolve issues for each job or situation
• Repair electrical issues by replacing or installing components, wiring or devices
• Determine the steps necessary to assess an electrical situation using testing devices, blueprints and maps
• Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all company guidelines and OSHA safety requirements and also through reporting violations of policies, procedures and guidelines to immediate supervisor
• Use ladders, scaffolding, platform and lifts to work on electrical systems in residential homes, on roadside poles and in commercial properties
• Answer emergency calls quickly, assess the safety of the situation upon first arriving at the scene and provide directions to individuals affected by the electrical emergency to ensure their continued safety and comfort
• Maintain equipment to ensure it is in good condition and can operate or be used safely; report any issues to immediate supervisor

There are no perfect jobs, but aside from landing a career at one of the major plants here in our area, Zachry is most definitely your best option. They expect people to do their jobs and do it safely, cost effectively, and in a reasonable timely manor.   
Zachry as a whole had to temporarily cease 401 k contributions and all unnecessary expenditures during the pandemic, causing employees to become disgruntled; However almost all them are still employed with Zachry.   
Although they do not do give annual wage incentives, they do offer training programs that employees can elect to participate in that offers certifications & credentials in their crafts,  as well as a potential $2 hour raise.  
In addition, they allow advancements through equipment training, welding certifications, and internal promotions. 
All of their current Foreman were promoted into position. 

Their pay is comparable to the higher end rates in their area, they offer benefits, & they contribute to the employees HSA accounts wither the employee elects too or not. 

Overall - this is a great place to work - if you want to work and do it safely.  Zachry is a great place to land your feet and secure your future. 

ZachryGroup is a great company that’s growing rapidly. They’re very established as a construction company, and they’re trying very hard to move into the engineering field. As such, there isn’t a ton of engineering work going on, and there’s a lot of down time. Having said that, it’s also a very secure job, so once you get hired, it’s VERY unlikely that you’ll be laid off. They may move you around or send you to the field, but you’ll still have a job at the end of the day. The pay isn’t as high as a lot of other big engineering companies, but again, it’s a secure job.
Everyone has a lot of respect for John Zachry, the CEO (he’s a great guy), but it seems like the employees have problems with the management directly beneath him. For lack of a better term, there’s a lot of gossip that floats around the office, but rather than directly voice a lot of their concerns to management, many people only beat around the bush and then complain when nothing gets done.
In a few years, ZachryGroup will be an incredible engineering company to work for, but right now, they’re still trying to get their name out there and be a prominent EPC company, as opposed to just a construction company.

What is the best part of working at the company?
It's horrible cuz even has a certified Craftsman you still get underpaid and as long as you're related to somebody and management you get top pay with no certification, and that's as soon as you hire on I was there for over a year still not making top pay horrible management at the Chevron Oak Point site

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Knowing that even after being with the company for a couple of years that anybody's relative and association with management to take your job and get paid more than you

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Work environment sucks they all talk about safety safety safety in the meeting but as soon as the meeting is over with that goes out the window it's all about production production

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Get as much done as you can, don't worry too much about your safety with the safety of others

They treated me like a person and not just a number. Most construction companies treat you a number, you're just there to get what the need out of you then let you go. Zachry took care of me! I made it to piping general foreman, I guess you could say I got lucky, I fell into a good group of people. I would still be there if I didn't leave for what I thought was going to be better employment. I was young and saw dollar signs instead of looking out for the long run. As far as the industry goes this by far one of the better companies to work for if not the best. The industry itself in a whole suck but the pay is very good I haven't made less than 100k sine I was about 25. The environment is stress for most of the time, but if you work for good people the keep the heat off of you for the most part. 

I learned that Zachry doesn't stand by their words when they say , they are family oriented. They expect you to work every holiday. And if you miss too much work which them is I believe something like 3 or 4 days within a. 90 day period , you will be terminated.  Those of us that have kids and especially single moms /dad's will have dr appointments. dentist appointments , kids get sick and sometimes you need more than just 3 or 4 days out to take care of your kids ,oh, and school events . Family Oriented ??? Don't know how they can even say that,  if thst were the case every employee would be home with their families for the holidays. Holidays should be optional for those thst want to work holidays  without fear of losing your job for spending time with your family . 

My first time as a apprentice I worked with a great crew, from experienced helpers, journeymans, formans, and supervisors. They all took me under there wing and taught me the basics of electrical work, regulations/standards and the reasons for it in the code book. I never stood around they kept me busy working and learning the faster I learned and caught on the more they would teach and always had answers to my question. Also each week they would pick 1 or 2 tools that's needed in my craft to build my toolbox. I got alot of hands on training working with different journeymen they believed it was the only way to actually learn overall and get a full understanding.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Friendly staff and the company treats the employees right. You can ask for days off for almost any situation and they understand. 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Working extreme overtime ( very rare)  on sundays. You can mitigate this by asking your church to give you a membership form so you can attend your mass on sundays.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Safety Culture is ALL OVER the job site. From words of wisdom to words of encouragement. You can find them placed on huge signs all over their sites. 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
A typical day for me there starts with a greeting from the office staff and employees in the field. No chaos. Things are in order and the company works very close together.

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