Best Buy needs to see the value in the 12-volt world - Geek Squad, Autotech Best Buy Employee Review

3.0
Aug 19, 2009
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Am allowed some freedom to take on custom jobs/ use innovation to improve work experience. Provided with resources needed when you get stuck on a difficult car/job.

Cons

Non competitive pay with other local installation sites. Base level car audio products. poor in store product selection. Not able to order accessories required for install for newer vehicles.

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5.0
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Pros

Fair Discounts Good team environment

Cons

Micromanagement The areas of focus from management change month to month

1.0
Jul 7, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

No pros. Just don’t work here.

Cons

This job adds little to no value, either for customers or for career growth. The primary focus is pushing credit cards and memberships that many customers don’t actually need, making the work feel repetitive and unfulfilling. The workplace culture and management are poor, and employees are often assigned busywork instead of meaningful responsibilities. There is almost no opportunity to develop product knowledge or apply any technical or electronics skills. Even the sales experience is limited since the role revolves around following scripted pitches rather than building genuine sales or customer relationship skills. Overall, it’s not a strong entry-level position for someone looking to develop transferable skills. There are many other jobs that provide better learning opportunities, stronger career growth, and more valuable real-world experience.

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