Does FirstEnergy pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, FirstEnergy employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.3 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at FirstEnergy. This rating has decreased by 9% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at FirstEnergy?

31% of FirstEnergy employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated FirstEnergy 2.5 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.2 for culture and values and 2.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at FirstEnergy?

Customer Service Representative (37) , Engineer (28) , Business Analyst (27) , Supervisor (19) , Analyst (13) , Manager (11) , Intern (10) , Meter Reader (10) , Project Manager (10) , Transmission Systems Operator (9) , Customer Service Representative (CSR) (8) , Customer Service (7) , Engineer II (7) , Journeyman Lineman (6) , Lineman (6)

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

"Good benefits and vacation time" ((in 67 reviews)); "great people to work with and knowledgeable managers" ((in 40 reviews)); "Salary is good." ((in 18 reviews)); "+ great coworkers" ((in 18 reviews)); "Good work environment" ((in 15 reviews))

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

"Poor management, old thinking with no new blood, required tools ofr job not present." ((in 34 reviews)); "Can't tell what upper management actually DO." ((in 24 reviews)); "No work life balance here" ((in 22 reviews)); "Constant layoffs to save a dollar" ((in 12 reviews)); "No training, many open positions, fend for yourself." ((in 10 reviews))

What are employees saying about FirstEnergy layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed FirstEnergy locations?

Akron , Reading , Fairmont , Cleveland , Shippingport , Greensburg , Perry , Morristown , Morgantown , Toledo , Oak Harbor , Erie , Fairlawn , Haywood , Brecksville , Youngstown , Pittsburgh , Dover , Holmdel , Jersey City , Dallas , Charleston , Martinsburg , Elyria , Columbus , Akron , Charleroi , Williamsport , Asbury , Boonton

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FirstEnergy reviews

2.6

31% would recommend to a friend

(207 total reviews)

Brian X. Tierney

13% approve of CEO

19% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (207 reviews)

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207 reviews

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4.0

Jul 3, 2024

Great people ok management

Operator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great pay Flexible schedule Year end bonus Great co workers

Cons

Could work long hours Could work multiple days in a row Communication is weak

2.0

Jun 6, 2024

Typical corporate baloney

Customer service representative

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pay is ok, opportunities for overtime pay

Cons

Disorganized. Expectations unclear. Can't tell what upper management actually DO. Hire many brainless people.

5.0

Apr 28, 2024

Great Place to Work

Field communication technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good solid company. Co-workers are like friends.

Cons

Employees who don't contribute to the team can continue to not contribute without many consequences. No one ever gets let go for poor performance.

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