Vantaggi
Large company, locations across the US. Always opportunities to advance for motivated employees. People who don't complain have job security. DISH is always hiring, and getting your foot in the door is fairly easy. New CEO Joe Clayton is charismatic and seems to want to improve Sales and overall morale. He is a lot more public and transparent then Ergen. Shortly after he took over, 10% of the workforce was let go. There were complaints, but, in reality, he did a good job of cutting the fat away. Most of those fired were underachievers. Since then, more capable employees have been hired and it seems to be making a difference. Free TV! DISH is attempting to launch a mobile phone/data operation by 2016, which will help the company survive in the wake of saturation of the traditional TV marketplace.
Svantaggi
Low pay. Previously had good benefits, but those were slashed in 2007. Historically micro-managed by former CEO Charlie Ergen, hence the bad reputation. Inflexible schedules and lunch times. Laptops are given to on-call employees, but working regular shifts from home is not allowed. I have to pay $6 a month for DVR service - this is a little nickel-and-dimey :( Overall, "new" is rewarded while loyalty is not. This is is a big reason lots of people begin their careers at DISH, only to move on to better pastures when they've gained suitable experience.
