Halli-Broken - Wireline Operator Halliburton Employee Review

1.0
17 Feb 2020
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

I honestly can’t think of anything besides they can train and pay for your cdl. As soon as you get these your worth 2-3 times more somewhere else.

Cons

Nothing works here. Management in District have no say in what goes on. Everything is controlled by accountants in Houston. Every new policy obstructs you from doing your job. They buy (10) $500k remote control wenches, but can’t give you a penny of a raise. They ask you to constantly do more work for the same pay. When pay freezes end it can take months to get your raise. STAY AWAY!

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Cons

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Pros

Halliburton looks strong on the outside, especially on a resume, and the brand name still carries weight in the industry. Some teams work on interesting projects, and if you get a fair manager, you can learn a lot about large-scale B2B operations.

Cons

If you land under the wrong manager, performance improvement plans (PIPs) can be used as a weapon, not a coaching tool. I was put on a PIP that contained inaccurate claims even after I shared detailed evidence and context. I provided several solid pieces of documentation to HR to rebut the accusations, yet nothing meaningful was investigated or corrected in my case. HR felt more like a shield for management than a neutral party. In my experience, they protected internal politics instead of looking at facts and evidence. There is a culture of quiet compliance. Many people stay 10+ years because the pay and brand are “safe,” but they are hesitant to challenge unfair treatment or speak up about toxic behavior. Corporate hierarchy is heavy, and real decisions seem to depend more on who is backing your manager than on actual performance or documented facts.

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