Unionized REI Retail location- amazing coworkers, incompetent and occasionally cruel management
Pros
-$280/month for public transit, pre-tax and completely employer subsidized -incredible coworkers and a strong sense of community among employees -working with outdoor gear, getting people into the outdoors -REI runs an effective nonprofit and is politically engaged regarding access to and preservation of outdoor spaces
Cons
-REI continues to retaliate against union employees by cutting pay and hours (illegally in some circumstances) -Management is unaware of labor law and will frequently violate it, even after being informed by employees -Many employees experience inconsistent scheduling and are not notified before an extreme drop in weekly hours -Upward movement is much more difficult if you express support for the union and labor organization. -management is incapable of performing many specialized duties, and will do them incorrectly anyway creating much more work for employees.