diesel mechanic - Anonymous employee First Student Employee Review

2.0
Oct 15, 2015
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Good pay, good hours and vacation days.

Cons

Shops closing due to lose of contracts. Management doesn't treat you well. High turnover rate of shop managers and mechanics.

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Cons

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Cons

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