Is Micro Center a good company to work for?

Micro Center has an overall rating of 3.6 out of 5, based on over 1,586 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months. 62% of employees would recommend working at Micro Center to a friend and 51% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Micro Center have been left by employees working as Manager , Retail Sales Manager and Technician .

Does Micro Center pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Micro Center employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Micro Center. This rating has decreased by 8% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Micro Center?

62% of Micro Center employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Micro Center 3.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Micro Center?

Sales Associate (188) , Customer Service Representative (178) , General Sales Associate (116) , Customer Service Representative (CSR) (85) , Retail Sales Associate (57) , Service Technician (47) , Systems Sales Associate (35) , Sales (26) , Warehouse Associate (23) , Computer Technician (17) , Inventory Specialist (17) , Technician (16) , BYO Sales Associate (15) , Manager (15) , Cashier (14)

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

"The people that I work for are just great and the people I work with are equally awesome." ((in 94 reviews)); "benefits were good and sufficient" ((in 61 reviews)); "Good money available if you are good at talking to customers" ((in 34 reviews)); "Fun work environment" ((in 31 reviews)); "So many great employees and discounts" ((in 29 reviews))

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

"bad management for the entire store" ((in 178 reviews)); "low pay and poorly run" ((in 102 reviews)); "Managers don't take complaints to heart." ((in 70 reviews)); "If you don't, you get reprimanded and your pay gets cut (your commission is based on how much you can upsell customers into buying software, warranties, and credit cards)." ((in 40 reviews)); "The job is very intense with long hours." ((in 38 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Micro Center locations?

Columbus , Dallas , Houston , Fairfax , Tustin , Madison Heights , Hilliard , Duluth , Rockville , Westmont , Yonkers , Paterson , Cambridge , Westbury , Denver , Marietta , Chicago , New York , Overland Park , Sharonville , Brooklyn , Flushing , Saint Louis Park , Brentwood , Minneapolis , Saint Davids , Baltimore , Towson , Mayfield Heights , Saint Louis

Micro Center reviews

3.6

62% would recommend to a friend

(607 total reviews)

Richard M. Mershad

67% approve of CEO

51% positive business outlook

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4.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.7

Culture & values

3.4

Compensation and benefits

3.3

Senior management

3.3

Career opportunities

3.1

Work/Life balance

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4.0

Apr 13, 2025

Sales Associate Review

Sales associate

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Your pay depends on how well you perform, so if youre good, you make really good money

Cons

Inconsistent pay on slow seasons like summer and spring

Micro Center Response

1y

Appreciate you taking the time to review your experience as a Sales Associate in Overland Park, KS. We're glad to hear that you recognize the potential for making good money based on your performance – that's definitely a key part of our sales roles! It's true that pay in commission roles can see variations during seasonal shifts like summer and spring and we appreciate you sharing your perspective. We value your ongoing work with us. Best - Jennifer Rex - Senior HR Generalist – 614.850.3153

4.0

Apr 9, 2025

Great for Students

Byo sales associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Management is pretty flexible and reasonable - Hours are flexible, assuming prior communication is made ahead of time - Commision allows for possible higher than minimum wage salary

Cons

- Base pay is low and commission is unpredictable due to it being dependent on sales

Micro Center Response

1y

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience as a BYO Sales Associate in Flushing. We're happy to hear that you found the flexibility in management and hours beneficial and recognized the potential for higher earnings through our commission structure. We understand your feedback regarding the base pay and the variable nature of commission. Our compensation model for commissioned roles includes a base rate designed to be supplemented by commission earnings, offering the potential for overall pay that reflects sales performance. We regularly review our compensation structures to remain competitive. We value your input and wish you the best in your future endeavors. Best - Jennifer Rex - Senior HR Generalist – 614.850.3153

3.0

Apr 9, 2025

Love the company, Malevolent employees and management

Customer service representative (csr)

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- It's nice to be around technicians who know about technology. - Employee discount on purchases, including service plans. - Get to participate in new technological releases for professionals and businesses. - Discount on IT learning materials. - Legos!

Cons

- Employees are refrained from purchase new tech when it comes out. - Bias management styles collide with professional outlook and aptitude. - Social aspect of working at Micro Center can come across as belittling and cruel. - Tribal sort of employee retention based on how they connect after work using technology purchased at Micro Center locations, or lack thereof. - Commission on service plan sales is 10%, customers usually decline service plan the salespeople recommend.

Micro Center Response

1y

Thank you for sharing your feedback about your experience in Chicago. We appreciate you highlighting the positives like being around knowledgeable technicians, the employee discounts, exposure to new tech, and discounts on learning materials. We've noted your comments regarding employee and management interactions and the social environment. Your experience is important to us, and if you are willing to share more specific details privately, please feel free to reach out to us. We value your perspective and wish you the best in your future career. Best - Jennifer Rex - Senior HR Generalist – 614.850.3153

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