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Providing parts/service in Transportation Industry
Storekeeper (Former Employee), Jamaica, NY – July 9, 2012
Pros: job security
Cons: pension plan needs to be worked on
We used work orders to issue parts/equipment to technicians for maintenance of trains, faregates, shop, track and power. I have learned to hone my customer service skills, and also how to use hand tools such as, drills and engravers.I also learned the most effective way to complete work assignments. Management was satisied with my work ethic and I was – more... awarded a Certificate of Achievement in 2005. The employees are whimsical and family-oriented. The hardest part of this job is that the business had to run even in inclement weather and it was hard to get to work when it snowed, but the most enjoyable part is when we would stay for overtime and have great conversation over catered meals. We were definitely a family. – less
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Outstanding employer!!!
Vice President, U.S. Sales (Former Employee), Dallas, TX – July 7, 2012
This is an outstanding company. It has excellent pay and benefits. If you work hard you have a chance to go to the top as long as your performance is also exceptional. They really develop their executives and give them the rope so as they can hang themselves or really succeed.
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Productive and Good Experience
Mechanic (Former Employee), Derby – June 28, 2012
Pros: good lunches
Cons: normal shifts 6:30 - 3
I enjoyed working at bombardier because it was a real eye opener to see what actually goes on in the world of work. I was treated normally and I just got on with whatever I had to do whilst there.
To work at Bombardier you had to have a positive attitude toward working and I feel I worked really hard whilst there.
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Unethical management team cutting corners to deliver aircraft
A&P Mechanic - Primary (Former Employee), Dallas, TX – June 23, 2012
Pros: good co-workers
Cons: horrible management team
Average technician on the floor is a good person hard working and cares about the quality of their work. However the management team lies to customers up front on delivery schedule in order to get the business only to dissapoint the customer in the end.
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DrWho – September 11, 2012

The company overall does not care about their employees. The management in the Richardson, TX location has little to be desired. It is a poorly run company trying to make it. Employees are disgruntled, and management is out of control

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Has a LOT of GOOD WORKER
Quality Inspector (Former Employee), PA – June 20, 2012
Pros: nothing is free
Cons: needs better managers
Was a Good Company long time ago when you wasn't just a number
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Ok place to work
Accounts Receivable Administrator (Former Employee), Richardson, TX – June 14, 2012
Once always told good news and blind sided by the bad...Nothing ever was what it should have been
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Productive workplace. Not really fun but I got a lot done working there.
Field Technician (Former Employee), Bronx, NY – June 11, 2012
Typical day at work was spent preparing and testing trains for sale to the MTA. I learned about all the electrical systems on the train. Management was direct and very forthcoming in what they expected from you. Co workers were hard working and easy to get along with.
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Productive and technical work place
Transit Tech Level II (Current Employee), Atlanta, GA – June 3, 2012
Pros: security, stable, benefits
Cons: damp climate, cold, underground
A typical work day would be me hitting the ground running doing vehicle maintenance on trains. Responsibilities include mechanical and electrical skills, communication verbal/written skills, the ability to be flexible, and able to learn fast. Management is resourceful, involved and helpful with day to day tasks. Co-workers are team oriented and eager – more... to get the job done. The hardest part of the job is the work area, it's 60 feet underground in a cold and damp environment. The most enjoyable part of the job is being able to make repairs on the system in a timely fashion for our customers. – less
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Too many chiefs.
Manufacturing Staff (Former Employee), Derby – May 30, 2012
Pros: pay slip.
Cons: management
A place that is over managed and where you are almost looked at as a second class citizen for being 'blue collar' staff. Because there are so many mangers, they have to be seen doing something by their mangers and are constantly in a state of panic. But as always the lads get the job done like every time before.

There is a system called 'Pulse' where – more... you have to sign in and out of a computer every time you start or finish a job, or even go for break. 'Flex' is another system they use, so when there is no work on you get sent home on full pay. But you owe the company those hours back, (up to 148 hours). It's a massively unpopular system that a corrupt union helped bring in.

You are in constant treat of losing your job because they can't win any substantial contracts like Thameslink. There is an inner circle called the 'blue eyed boys' who can't put a foot wrong. Forget ever trying to get into that group, it's only for the selected few who manage to get into that circle.

There's no comradery between the guys on shop floor any more. They seem almost perversely pleased when someone fails at something, or even tries to better himself.

It's a pretty much dog eat dog and mundane place to work. And if robots could replace the workers, I'm sure Bombardier would be the first company to get this implemented. – less
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Pleasant place to work,good people and good facilities.
Mechanical/bench fitter. (Former Employee), Derby – May 16, 2012
Pros: good shift pattern, and excellent rate of pay.
Cons: sometimes asked for too much too late.
Bombardier is a good place to work with the team-leaders and other members of the work-force showing patience and diligence toward new team-members when teaching them new aspects of the project.
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awful place to work
engineer (Former Employee), west mifflin, pennsylvania – May 16, 2012
Pros: free lunches
Cons: job security, discrimates against older employees
This company discriminates against American workers. Massive layoffs in 2011 targeted Americans over the age of 45. Management mandates hiring and retaining Engineers from India. This company bribed employees with prizes to vote in Best Company to work for contest.
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Dianer – October 26, 2012

I loved working for this company and was laid off in 2011, when they took away seniority and return to former position, we knew they had a game plan. The former person commenting is correct but I got laid off 1 month after Bombardier opened a new plant in Mexico. Some of the people left behind are the best and brightest while others are drinking and golf buddies. I was fortunate to find a job quickly with the skills I learned at this Company. I would never return but would say go for it, learn all you can and watch your back.

feona – June 16, 2013

I agree with this comment. I was also laid off in 2011. I watched qualified and competent American employees lose their jobs to unqualified and incompetent foreigners with green cards who were hired to replace the American employees. Do not think you will be different. They hire people to meet their quotas and then get rid of them without cause. Look elsewhere for a job!

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Low in productivity no longer a fun place to work
test technician (Current Employee), plymouth – May 2, 2012
Pros: half day fridays;
Cons: lack of career progression
Company seems to adopt a one rule for one and different rules for others with favourtism amongst staff, particularly in production. There is little in terms of career progressive avenues to climb with certain individuals picked for roles who may not always be suitable for the position, they call it 'a succession process'. I have been with the company – more... for 8 years and worked hard in my role but, have been succeeded by those who I feel are less qualified ans experienced and mature enough as indivuduals. I would not recommend working for this company. – less
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Extremely Productive and a Great Workplace
Design Assistant /Wire Harness Integration (Former Employee), Wichita, KS – May 1, 2012
Pros: benefits
Cons: n/a
If given the opportunity, I would welcome re-employment. Bombardier is great place to work!
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A slow paced workshop that inspects and maintains perths trains
Train assistant (Current Employee), Nowergup, wa – April 30, 2012
Pros: one bbq every couple of months
Cons: lack of work which makes the shift long
To perform duties marked out on the inspection sheet, measuring and changing brake pads when needed, changing gear box oil, general condition of under carrige, the wear on discs and wheels.
I have become familiar with most jobs on the inspection sheet and can carry them out with confidence and safety.
My co-workers all team together to make sure the – more... train is ready for traffic at the end of shift. – less
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Good place to work
CONTRACT STRUCTURAL MECHANIC (Former Employee), Tucson, AZ – April 29, 2012
Pros: good work environment
Management wasn't skilled in aviation. Global express was a great a/c to work on . Lead men were great senior management of the project didn't have a clue on how to organize a a/c mod center.
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Leader in Industry, but lacks ability to effectively manage talent in the workforce.
Project Controller - Financial Analyst (Current Employee), West Mifflin, PA – April 19, 2012
I do not have typical days. I manage all of the financials of large international manufacturing/transportation projects. I have learned to manage multiple responsibilities and meet short deadlines while providing accurate information. I enjoy working as part of team to meet the project objectives of timely delivery and financial success.
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Employee friendly, and demanding
Light Rail Operator/Customer Service Agent (Former Employee), Jamaica, NY – April 17, 2012
Pros: business lunches, compensation for extra hours
Cons: lots of standing, not enough breaks to compensate
Demands are made daily due to the nature of the business regarding transporation of travelers and airport employees, but for the most part the company is welcoming and employee friendly.
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Great place to work
Manager, PBH (Rotable Spare Parts) Program (Former Employee), Taylor, MI – April 4, 2012
If you can relocate, there is plenty of opportunity to grow and gain a wide range of experience in the aerospace industry.
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At the time was the best job
Lead Aircraft Mechanic (Former Employee), Tucson, AZ – March 13, 2012
Pros: compensation / benefits
Cons: ups and downs
This place was great. Best aviation job I ever had. I could not tell you what it is like currently but when i worked there before 9/11 it was a great place to be!
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ONE OF THE BEST WORKPLACE IN CANADA
Electrical /Radar Installer (Former Employee), Downsview, Ontario – March 7, 2012
Pros: free stretch time
Cons: long working hours
Good place to work, but there are no job security, you will find some of the best team mate to work with, . daily operation are well plan by Managerment, every team player are required at the start of each shift to discuss their daily plan
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About BOMBARDIER

Bombardier Inc. is a Canadian conglomerate, founded by Joseph-Armand Bombardier as L'Auto-Neige Bombardier Limitée in 1942, at – Read more