Review from a 3 Year Former Employee - Datacenter Technician WebNX Employee Review

1.0
5 May 2021
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Free food. Can listen to music while you work.

Cons

Everything stated is my opinion, but keep in mind I was one of the oldest upon leaving. Favoritism and preferential treatment is rampant at this workplace, and I say that as someone who has been on both ends of the spectrum. If you are within their graces, you are allowed to ignore both professionalism and workplace conduct. If you are not able to weasel your way into the existing clique, you will be given tasks that have no clear deadlines, direction and contribute absolutely nothing to both the company at large or your professional development. Become acquainted with office politics, learning to hide your mistakes and nonconfidential discussions. Numerous times, I believe the owners themselves and management would ridicule, gossip and berate employees-- to other employees. You will learn how to hide your mistakes and obfuscate information otherwise you will be told your job is secure and terminated a week later (I witnessed this first hand in two separate instances, in which I believe they also set up spy cameras to observe employees. :) ) Any medical issues you have will be a reason for demotion or termination. Following a medical issue of my own, I was demoted without any rhyme or reason. This is not an environment of growth. Any mistakes that happen (unless you are a part of the previously mentioned clique), may be met with punishment, derision and childish cold-shouldering. There is no opportunity to learn from your mistakes or second chances, and those responsible go out of their way to ensure that you will not only never forget it, but you never have a chance to be properly trained or that you are educated on what you did wrong. Feedback will almost always be negative. Ontop of it all, safety is a very low priority. Rarely did I witness safe conduct be encouraged. My resigning from WebNX came after realizing that there were no potential opportunities at the time for professional growth, salary/wage stagnation and, mismanagement. There was a time I used to love this company, and am sorry to see what it's become.

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5.0
3 Feb 2025
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Pros

The Most Enjoyable Part of the Job Hands down, the people make this place special. Some of my colleagues feel more like extended family than mere coworkers. And then there's the geek factor I can't get enough of it. Working at WebNX has exposed me to cutting edge technology on a regular basis. From tinkering with physical hardware to deploying complex cloud/cluster solutions, there's never a dull moment. You're always learning, always growing, and always pushing your own boundaries. The variety of challenges that come our way means I'm never bored and that's how I like it. Management as Family When people ask what our management is like, I often tell them: "They're like family minus the awkward Thanksgiving drama." The owner has been one of the most approachable, warm, and knowledgeable leaders I've ever met, and I've come to view him not just as a boss, but as a mentor and friend. It's rare to find a company owner who genuinely makes time to teach you new skills or hears you out when you have concerns or wild ideas. Yet, that's exactly the environment we have here. I've never felt like I couldn't speak my mind in a meeting or toss a radical concept out on the table. In fact, management seems to thrive on innovation and loves when team members bring fresh perspectives. They're quick to offer support whenever projects run into roadblocks, and they celebrate successes both big and small with real enthusiasm. The biggest takeaway for me is that management believes in trusting employees with the freedom and responsibility to do their best work. If you show initiative here, you'll likely find yourself with plenty of autonomy to make your mark. It's incredible to look back and see how far I've come since my early days here. Over time, I dived into everything from hardware and networking to security protocols and development. And because WebNX handles a wide variety of client needs being a large datacenter operation across multiple geographic locations, I got the chance to explore countless facets of technology, the company promotes education and provides us with personal servers and this allows tons of self growth and learning opportunities. Above all, I've gained the confidence to attempt truly innovative solutions there's something immensely satisfying about taking a complex business problem, rolling up your sleeves, and crafting a creative, efficient fix that makes everyone's life easier.

Cons

The Hardest Part of the Job: Not everything is easy all the time. For the most part, the daily operations are smooth sailing thanks to robust knowledge, leadership, and processes, collaborative teams, and clear communication channels. But when disaster strikes, it can be intense. These moments, while rare, demand a lot of adaptability. That's when I'm reminded of just how deeply I care about this company's success. Because, yes, the hardest part of the job is the unpredictability of emergencies, but it's also one of the most rewarding you get to see firsthand how your skill, resilience, and teamwork can carry you through a crisis.

2.0
13 Jan 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Good experience if you're okay only working there for about a year.

Cons

Drops employees constantly, With no warning of any form. You will walk into work for a normal day a not know if you or someone else whos been there for years is gonna get called to hr a dropped like a fly.

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