Is DISH a good company to work for?

DISH has an overall rating of 2.7 out of 5, based on over 8,272 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months. 31% of employees would recommend working at DISH to a friend and 25% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about DISH have been left by employees working as Software Engineer(Internship) , Senior IT Manager and Intern .

Does DISH pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, DISH employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at DISH. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at DISH?

31% of DISH employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated DISH 2.5 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.6 for culture and values and 2.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at DISH?

Customer Service Representative (358) , Technician (284) , Field Service Technician (180) , Inside Sales Representative (147) , Account Executive (145) , Retention Specialist (105) , Manager (103) , Field Service Manager (102) , Sales Associate (99) , Sales Representative (80) , Operations Manager (77) , Software Engineer (77) , Installer (66) , Business Analyst (63) , Inventory Specialist (62)

What are the pros of working at DISH according to real employee reviews?

"The pay was good and after a month or so the mastery of skill sets is very beneficial." ((in 676 reviews)); "The people are great and the advancement is there if you want to work for it." ((in 412 reviews)); "training is good and you get up training almost every week." ((in 171 reviews)); "Working at Dish I made good money and a lot of money I made $85K by September." ((in 130 reviews)); "Great coworkers and the downtown location was very fun" ((in 126 reviews))

What are the cons of working at DISH according to real employee reviews?

"Terrible benefits (potential new hires have rejected offers solely on the awful benefits package alone.)" ((in 459 reviews)); "Upper management is clueless and will belittle you any chance they get." ((in 209 reviews)); "Long hours meant that you wouldn't always be getting home at the expected time." ((in 194 reviews)); "No work life balance have to pick up slack from other workers never know what time you'll be off" ((in 179 reviews)); "CPAW isn't a culture anyway and the real culture at dish is toxic and stifling." ((in 167 reviews))

What are employees saying about DISH layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about DISH layoffs and their outlook for job security at DISH in 2026.

What are the top reviewed DISH locations?

Englewood , Denver , Littleton , Phoenix , Tulsa , El Paso , Roseland , Christiansburg , Harlingen , Thornton , New York , Hilliard , Alvin , Spartanburg , Flushing , Atlanta , Houston , Bluefield , Pine Brook , Colorado Springs , Dallas , Columbus , Suwanee , Meridian , Gilbert , American Fork , Chicago , Cheyenne , Nashville , Los Angeles

DISH reviews

2.7

31% would recommend to a friend

(7,815 total reviews)

Charlie Ergen

22% approve of CEO

25% positive business outlook

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DISH has an employee rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars, based on 7,815 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The DISH employee rating is 25% below average for employers within the Telecommunications industry (3.6 stars).

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8K reviews

1.0

Apr 3, 2026

Think before wasting your time on applying for job

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Waste of time for trying to get employed

Cons

Spent over a year applying here — hundreds of roles. Didn’t matter if I was overqualified, underqualified, or a near-perfect match… the outcome was always the same: instant rejection. At this point, I’m impressed by the efficiency of saying “no” without actually engaging. It really makes you wonder — is this a hiring process, or just a well-designed illusion of one? Because from the outside, it feels like roles are already spoken for before they’re even posted. The job description just seems like a formality while the real requirement is “must already know someone on the inside.” If that’s the case, it would honestly be more transparent (and respectful) to just say: “Applications welcome, but referrals only.” Would save candidates months of time, effort, and false hope. Not sure what’s more frustrating — the constant rejections, or the realization that merit doesn’t even get a seat at the table here.

DISH Response

3mo

It is clear that your experience during the application process has been deeply discouraging, and I appreciate you taking the time to share such candid feedback. Navigating a job search can be incredibly taxing, and it is disheartening to hear that you felt your efforts and qualifications were not truly considered. We aim for a hiring process that is both efficient and fair, and hearing that it felt like an "illusion" of opportunity is concerning. Please be assured that we value merit and strive to provide a platform where all candidates are evaluated based on their skills and potential. While we do have a referral program, it is not the sole pathway to joining our team, and we are constantly looking for ways to improve our communication and transparency with applicants.

3.0

Apr 1, 2026

Ok place

Customer service representative

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Remote work was a plus

Cons

Customers from hell. You are the punching bag whenever Dish makes stupid decisions.

DISH Response

3mo

We are sorry to learn that your interactions with customers have felt overwhelming. Our frontline teams handle complex situations daily, and it is important to us that our employees feel supported when navigating difficult conversations. Your perspective is valuable as we look for ways to better equip our staff and improve the overall experience for both our employees and our customers. We are committed to fostering a more balanced environment and appreciate you sharing these insights with us.

1.0

Mar 30, 2026

High pay comes with micromanagement and tracking pressure

Senior marketing manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Relatively high pay to keep employees “happy”

Cons

Clocking all hours and tracking each week or month to see if you hit your “numbers,” otherwise HR will have a conversation with you. The founder is micromanaging at all levels.

DISH Response

3mo

We appreciate you taking the time to share your perspective on your experience with the company. It is great to hear that you found the compensation to be a positive aspect of your employment. At the same time, we acknowledge your concerns regarding the performance tracking and management style you described. Our goal is to maintain a professional and supportive environment, and your feedback provides valuable insight as we continue to evaluate and improve our internal processes. We wish you the best in your future endeavors.

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