much more political that I hoped - Engineer Valero Employee Review

3.0
1 July 2010
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

great benefits, competitive salary for the most part

Cons

promotions seemed based entirely on "who you know". Most plant promotions come out of headquarters. Very little review/screening of internal candidates before filling jobs.

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5.0
28 Apr 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Benefits, culture, pay are good

Cons

Growth and development opportunities are few

2.0
20 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Benefits and pay were good.

Cons

A very fast paced high stress environment.

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