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      Calpine

      Engaged Employer

      Calpine reviews

      4.0

      82% would recommend to a friend

      (445 total reviews)

      Andrew Novotny/Thad Hill

      91% approve of CEO

      75% positive business outlook

      Ratings by category

      4.1

      Diversity & inclusion

      3.9

      Work/Life balance

      3.8

      Senior management

      3.8

      Compensation and benefits

      3.7

      Culture & values

      3.5

      Career opportunities

      Calpine has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 445 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Calpine employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Energy, Mining & Utilities industry (3.7 stars).

      Ratings by demographic groups

      Reviews by job title

      445 reviews
      3.0
      Dec 22, 2009

      Calpine needs to get back to building its business for the longterm

      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Great Benefits Some real talented co-workers (who would do better elsewhere)

      Cons

      Lack of Career Opportunities - Weak HR group Executives are not company building - they are hacks that are looking for quick gain on sale.

      4.0
      Oct 22, 2009

      Calpine Review

      Commercial analytics
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Excellent place to grow your career at the beginning of your career.

      Cons

      Scared about the long-term growth for my career.

      4.0
      Jan 12, 2009

      A Great Stepping Stone for your Career

      Risk analyst
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Calpine is a great place to advance your career. It is not uncommon to find directors in their 20's. I would say the average age of an employee here is ~33. The atmosphere is relatively laid-back and people enjoy a proper work-life balance. Most people are out of the office by 5 PM. Calpine also has great benefits and an attractive bonus program (when actually paid). Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401k matching program (100% up to 5%).

      Cons

      Just like many other energy firms, talent comes and goes. Calpine is considered a stepping stone by many to reach the levels of the banks.

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