Silent-Aire Employee Reviews

Pros: Fairly easy work, OT for most departments.Cons: No opportunities for apprenticeships unless you go to school first, 12 hour shifts, low pay for assemblers.

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Productive and happy environment

Assembler (Former Employee) - Alberta - 5 December 2023

Starting a day always recieving info about the job and specially about safety in working.it always provides all the materials needed thats why it is not hard working in the job..

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Productive, fun work place.

Electrician Journeyman (Current Employee) - Nisku, AB - 28 November 2023

Relaxed work environment. Work can be repetitive and boring so as to make up for that, management is pretty relaxed, understanding and easy going- they are more focused on quality of work than quantity- unless there is a push at the end of a project to get it out the door on time- understandable.

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i can summarize the experience in one word, terrible.

Journeyman Welder (Former Employee) - Nisku, AB - 10 November 2023

What is the best part of working at the company?the experience you gain from your particular trade. there are much betterbcompanies to work for.What is the most stressful part about working at the company?lots of aspects where stressfull id say they push way to hard there so they have always have to hire new welders because allot get fired for small things or the good ones will quit.What is the work environment and culture like at the company?bad environnent. you have to be buddies with upper management or you will no move up the ladder. they preach safety but dont push that agenda strong.What is a typical day like for you at the company?heat is cranked yo way to high. boss watches you like a hawk looking for somthing to catch you doing wrong

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sacrifices

Production Operator (Former Employee) - Edmonton, AB - 5 November 2023

What is the best part of working at the company?i didnt feel any best part working with this companyWhat is the most stressful part about working at the company?u can hear big bosses yelling saying f u c k inside the plantWhat is the work environment and culture like at the company?noisy full of dust and smokes from wekding machine

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Productive and fun

Assembler (Current Employee) - Edmonton, AB - 26 October 2023

What is the best part of working at the company?Flexibility. Company culture. Great expectations. Good relationship with supervisor.What is the most stressful part about working at the company?In this company I didn’t get any stress, working happy.What is the work environment and culture like at the company?We liked the rules and regulations of this company What is a typical day like for you at the company?Mostly Very nice and disciplined

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Official response from Silent-Aire

27 October 2023

Thank you for your feedback! We are happy to hear that you enjoy your work and the company culture!

Lack of growth opportunities and poor conditions

Engineer (Former Employee) - Edmonton, AB - 26 September 2023

I held the position of Engineer at the aforementioned organization. Upon my commencement, I was filled with enthusiasm and had an array of plans to enhance my skill set. Regrettably, the management left much to be desired. I observed numerous instances of discriminatory behavior. The treatment from the manager and executive team was far from professional, creating an atmosphere that did not reflect a typical professional environment. The opportunities for growth were scarce, particularly for those at a junior level. The work environment was notably uncomfortable. Executives often engage in loud, non-work-related conversations contributing to discomfort in an open workplace environment. Without delving into specifics, there were several occasions where my technical queries directed at my manager were overlooked, despite my manager's availability to engage in casual conversations about personal matters such as vacations with other team members. I hope this insight proves beneficial for anyone contemplating employment at this organization

Cons

poor management, discrimination, and a lack of growth opportunities

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Official response from Silent-Aire

24 October 2023

Thank you for your feedback about your time as an Junior Engineer at Silent-Aire. I understand you were not comfortable in a open and casual work environment where co workers are able to conversate with each other freely. Hopefully your next role is more suitable to your needs.

Worst company i’ve ever worked for , not safety conscious and don’t care about they’re employees!

Apprentice Welder (Former Employee) - Edmonton, AB - 18 September 2023

Terrible company to work for, i worked as a welder for about a year and couldn’t handle the unsafe work practices, the management treating employees like dirt and the terrible pay .

Pros

I left

Cons

The whole company

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Official response from Silent-Aire

24 October 2023

Sorry to hear Silent-Aire was not a fit for you. Safety is a top priority and our safety teams work to ensure everyone will go home safe at the end of the day.

Incredibly stressful if you actually want to be productive and care about putting out a good product without doing things three times.

Plumber Apprentice (Current Employee) - Edmonton, AB - 7 September 2023

What is the best part of working at the company?The pay rate is on par with industry standards What is the most stressful part about working at the company?Ineffective, lazy, hypocritical supervisors and management.What is the work environment and culture like at the company?Toxic. Supervisors, leads and management will outright bully or harass workers with little to no repercussions for said actions. Some workers are allowed to blatantly break or ignore rules(even safety absolutes) with no repercussions while others are chastised or punished for anything.What is a typical day like for you at the company?Mired in dysfunction. Full of safety violations. Rules literally covered in the morning meeting will be broken within 30 minutes of work commencing, while white hats turn a blind eye to it

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Official response from Silent-Aire

24 October 2023

Hello and thank you for your comments. As a current employee, if you notice someone acting in an unsafe manner, please report it it to your supervisor, safety coach or HR. Safety is a top priority for the company and employees engaging in unsafe or harmful activities should be reported immediately.

Completely disorganized mess

Shipper/Receiver (Current Employee) - Nisku, AB - 28 August 2023

These guys are one of the worst managed companies I have ever worked for. Nothing is planned in advance. Everything is a fire from minute to minute. No one knows what's going on and no one really cares. The entire premises is a disorganized mess. Stuff just dumped everywhere. It's like a big dump. Anytime a truck needs to move a unit there is an hour of house cleaning just to have it all piled back up.

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Official response from Silent-Aire

27 October 2023

Thank you for your reply. I can see that you are in the shipping department currently. If you feel that organization can be improved in the loading areas, please bring your concerns to the Shipping Supervisor and maybe we can work together to improve receiving product.

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Quality Control Inspector (Current Employee) - Edmonton, AB - 15 August 2023

You should start your bright future here guys, this company has a very nice working environment and also a wonderful company culture, people are friendly.

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Official response from Silent-Aire

27 October 2023

Thank you for your positive review! We are glad you are enjoying your time at Silent-Aire!

Horrid

Journeyman Welder (Current Employee) - Nisku, AB - 14 August 2023

What is the best part of working at the company?The people I work with , proximity to home What is the most stressful part about working at the company?Everything , management , pressure to meet production even when there’s no material, stupidity of saftey, lack of care for the workers overall, broken promises of pay increases What is the work environment and culture like at the company?One of the most oxo. Environments I’ve ever worked in , everyone hates it. Revolving door for welders apprentices treated horribly, your only good if your in the selected boys club What is a typical day like for you at the company? fix the previous shifts screw ups and then hear your production is not up to par, work in cramped areas never hear anything positive go home

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Official response from Silent-Aire

27 October 2023

Thank you for your review. As a current employee I can suggest a solution, you can either speak to a supervisor, plant manager or HR representative and see if your concerns can be addressed. Sometimes you need to speak to someone if you are unhappy with your work.

Gong Show

Electrician (Current Employee) - Edmonton, AB - 12 August 2023

This place is set up and ran so bad that they lose employees and managers on a regular. They don't care about their employees. They take advantage of anyone they can. Starting with if they put you on the split shift you work 12s so your of at 6 pm. while once you reach 80 hrs and your desperate enough to allow them to make you work an extra 8 and then eventually get paid overtime. Mean while they have Monday to Friday that the managers, leads, and a few employees work Monday to Friday and are off at 430 pm they also collect 2 hours overtime everyday. So not only are they home at a decent time they have the chance to work a full 6 days and get paid properly. Shift you will be lucky you get 5 days in a row and you only make o.t on the one day. That's why most guys refuse to work over time accept for the people who need to do overtime while the get screwed by this company. The pays just average as it is people quit for the better managed and paying jobs.Benefits are garbage here. If your a higher up you get the privilege of selecting better benefits or if you work in the office. Other places offer way better benefits than here.Definitely don't come here to start an apprenticeship they got it completely backwards making you work a year and if you are lucky they sign you and make you work longer. Everywhere else with in 3 months your signed and they give you the hours you worked.This place is so dysfunctional that they have no organization for you to complete or start a job. All the parts are either hidden or not ordered on time and the managers /supervisors are busy blaming -

Pros

Inside for the most part, toilet if you can find one when you need to go, overtime, employees are great to work with

Cons

Abuse loop poles, special treatment, poor benefits, not organized, poor management, take advantage of employees.

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Official response from Silent-Aire

27 October 2023

Thank you for your review. Let's address a few things because there's a lot to unpack in your message. As the responder to your review, I am onsite many regularly and speak with employees and supervisors equally. Many of our employees appreciate the overtime given, and our other electricians enjoy that they can work indoors especially during the cold snowy Edmonton weather. Some employees work hours at home doing paperwork as well. If you are truly unhappy at work and feel it is not a good fit for you, you can either speak to your supervisor, plant manager or HR representative. Comparing other people's roles and positions to your own is not healthy and can help create the same toxic environment you are criticizing.

Working shift

Welder (Current Employee) - Nisku, AB - 7 August 2023

I like working shifts here, couple days on and couple days off. 12 hours a day. It’s good on working and life balance. If you like overtime, there is available too.

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Official response from Silent-Aire

27 October 2023

Thank you for the 5-Star review! Glad you are enjoying your time in our Aries facility as a welder! The overtime and flexible shifts are beneficial for employees looking for work indoors and with a family.

Fast moving tons of work

Welder (Current Employee) - Nisku, AB - 26 July 2023

So much potential to be a great place to work Tons of work overtime whenever big clean shops decent pay decent scheduleHowever management needs complete overhaul

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Official response from Silent-Aire

3 August 2023

Thank you for your review, we agree there is potential for advancement and overtime!

Horrible

Journeyman Welder (Former Employee) - Nisku, AB - 21 July 2023

Been welding 22 yrs this is the worst place I have been into. Hired on with several other contractors because no one wants to work for them. They put the bar for production so high you don’t hit it. Then the Forman tears on you, stating it’s easily do able and I will show you. Then he makes a fool of himself and qc tells him to leave the welding to the contractors with the skills. Then right back to tearing you down about not meeting production while threatening termination. I terminated my self as quick as I could.

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Official response from Silent-Aire

27 October 2023

Thank you for your review. Sounds like Silent-Aire was not the right fit for you. Best of luck with your future endeavors.

Great start in the trades

Line Assembler (Current Employee) - Alberta - 18 July 2023

It was good for 18 months however you do have to be ok being in the same spot year after year.Supervisors are decent not too nosey and willing to work with you.

Pros

Great Schedule, Overtime opportunities, Good benefits

Cons

Bluebook Gate keeping

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Official response from Silent-Aire

27 October 2023

Thank you for the review! Glad you are enjoying your time here at Silent-Aire! Overtime is great for employees looking for extra hours. Working indoors in the Alberta region is a plus too!

Management sucked

Welding Apprentice (Former Employee) - Nisku, AB - 15 July 2023

The management sucked especially in the welding department. They don’t teach you anything they expect you to know everything and be able to do everything.

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Official response from Silent-Aire

27 October 2023

Thank you for the review. As a fast paced company, we expect some of the trades to have a knowledge of their skillset before they start work. There is some on the job training, and working with your peers to guide and some level of learning on your own as well. Sorry Silent-Aire was not the place for you.

Great place for old trades people to come and die.

Plumber (Current Employee) - Sherwood Park, AB - 17 June 2023

Great job, love it, great co-workers for the most part and pretty good supervisor too. Part’s departments aren’t great at doing their job but that’s company wide. So if your an old person looking for an easy place to work this is the place for you.

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Official response from Silent-Aire

19 June 2023

Glad to hear you are enjoying your job at Silent-Aire. Please meet the Plant manager to discuss suggestions or ideas to improve our parts department.

No direction, no help

Electrician (Current Employee) - Nisku, AB - 1 June 2023

No guidance on how to complete your job, your expected to find your own work and keep yourself busy and get zero support from supervisors (because they would actually have to do something). True Boys club managenment with some of the laziet and most incompetent superivisors in the industry.

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Official response from Silent-Aire

19 June 2023

Thank you for your comments. If you feel unchallenged in your role and need more direction, please talk to the plant manager or shift supervisor.

Fun place to work

Industrial Painter (Current Employee) - Nisku, AB - 1 June 2023

Very good place to work and i like the schedule. The only complain about these company is salary. If youre white you have a good starting offer if asians theu will give you the lowest rate

Pros

Good schedule

Cons

Longs hours and small salary

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Official response from Silent-Aire

19 June 2023

Please note as a equal opportunity employer, Silent-Aire does not determine salary or roles based on race or ethnicity. Wages are determined by experience, education and position applied for.