A good place to work, but a very formal work place. - Repair Team Leader Sears Employee Review

4.0
Jun 11, 2008
Recommend
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Pros

The benefits that the company offers its associates is OK when compared to similar employers. Sears does listen to its employes when items are brought to the attention of Human Resources. Sears complies with OSHA and ISO standards very seriously.

Cons

It is very business like. It does not have the family feeling that small companies afford. Employees that know how to "work" the system at Sears can make it very difficult for other associates to get their work completed. At times it can be like a government agency.

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5.0
Jul 10, 2026
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Pros

Good time there, people were good

Cons

Short time nothing bad there

4.0
Jun 19, 2026
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Pros

Working at Sears allowed us to develop strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills in a retail environment. We gained experience assisting customers, handling transactions, managing merchandise, and working as part of a team to meet sales and operational goals. The position also helped us improve time management, adaptability, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced setting while maintaining a positive attitude toward customers and coworkers.

Cons

One challenge of working at Sears was managing periods of high customer traffic, which could be stressful and demanding. We occasionally faced difficult customer interactions, changing sales expectations, and the need to balance multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Additionally, retail schedules often required evening, weekend, and holiday shifts, which could affect our work-life balance.

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