Management clearly doesn’t take the company motto Waste Zero seriously. Although the company positions itself as more than a waste hauler, in reality, it differs very little from its competitors.
Management overpromises to public agencies to win contracts, putting employees in impossible situations. While this may not be unique, given the competitive nature of the business, the delta between what is promised and what can actually be delivered is particularly striking in Recology‘s case.
The company is technologically backward, at least in some geographical areas, which makes it impossible to work efficiently.
Mental health is not valued or prioritized. (Yes, there is a mental health benefit, but it is very limited and quantitative-based.)
The companies’s DEI efforts are shallow at best. Top management still fits the stereotypical profile. Anyone non-white and non-male is literally called “diverse”!
As to the company being employee-owned, beware. Employee ownership is great when the company is doing well and employees are made a part of the decision-making process. Not so great when the company is paying out millions in penalties, and your stock price and bonuses suffer. In Recology’s case, past scandals—and yes, crimes—have cost the employee-owners dearly, in tangible as well as intangible ways. Do your homework and Google past news stories for more!
