service technician

sales representative for automotive parts

maintenance technician

shipper/receiver

branch administrator

Simson Maxwell

The long and short of it is there is nothing good about this place anymore. There hasn't been for along time. When I first started working there many years ago I was proud to be apart of the company. It's been a few years now since I've worked there and even now with their current standing I feel embarrassed to let people know I used to work there. By the end of my time the company was on the fast downward spiral. I'm only glad I got out when I did. Do I regret my time there? No. I worked with a lot of great people during my time there. I learned from some great people. I even taught some good people. Unfortunately upper management got this idea in their heads that they could do anything and the public would have no choice but to deal with it. As they were the only Deutz, Perkins, and Industrial Volvo Penta dealer. That was when it all went downhill. As it stands right now I would go out of my way to avoid any dealings with this company now. They are unreliable, in both sales and especially service. 

Now normally I would never even post a review but I read one that was clearly posted by upper management. It was more like a job posting than a review. Following true to their deceitful ways. Which after all my years working there and seeing this first hand, figured if I can save 1 person from wrecking their career there then it was worth it. 

I truly hope that Simson-Maxwell learns from the mistakes they have and are currently still making and turns the company around as it could be a great place to work again. But unfortunately at this time it's not.

Typical day was searching for tenders throughout BC for generator bids and providing contact with engineering contacts. Creating quotes based on single line engineering electrical drawings. Followed up with customers on project reviews and detailed application for custom built prime powered and standby generators for various industrial markets including: Forestry, Mining, Marine, and other Power generation markets. Provided pricing and created submittals for engineers and consultants for review and approval on various job projects. Worked with various enclosure, parts and engine suppliers on lead times, pricing, drawings (mechanical and electrical) for submittals. Worked on the road to visit with clients and market the company for further business opportunities throughout B.C. Held conference meeting and presented work projects, teaching other companies on what we offered for potential future business.

What is the best part of working at the company?
pretty much left on your own, supervision was minimal

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
guessing what the cool kids planned for the next attack or how you were getting thrown under the bus

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
a small group of long term employees control everything and manipulate everyone. If they don't see you on their side, your not gonna make it.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
start early, often work longer than expected. Never recognized for extra effort but always the scapegoat if something went wrong.

Worked for this company for couple of months. In all my career this was the worst job. Management is clueless & incompetent, co-workers are unfriendly, malicious & bully, they'll belittle new employee & pick on petty things.
The management will hire you for one position after couple of weeks they'll press you to take responsibilities of other positions. You'll end up doing the job of three people for the wages of one. HR is inept, won't solve any of your problems. 
Don't seek employment with this company if you are looking for a long-term employment in cordial working environment.

Fun job if your a self starter , there is no direction and management has no clue .Very minimal training ,and advancement,put into situations of promises and no follow through with company , run by other branch administrator with no clue of geoghrapy or job scope, terrible data entry records or cordinators just to lazy to care , or undertrained! Was dismissed for no apparent reason and told corporate restructuring! No notice walk in and gone , alot of hard work for nothing!

What is the best part of working at the company?
Excellent people who are fun to work with and a diverse environment. Multiple brands and experiences. Not two days are the same.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Constantly changing schedules. 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Very good work culture. Every employee support others 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Service calls, troubleshooting and reports

Best company I have ever worked for! I admire Simson Maxwell’s vision and core values. 

Everyone in the Simson Maxwell family is a team and I love coming to work everyday.

The executives and managers really care not only about the company but their employees growth.

I am honoured to be in the Simson Maxwell family and encourage anyone to join us to grow with the company for years to come!

Working at Simson-Maxwell was a great experience. The people were very friendly and always willing to help. The management is flexible and understanding while still holding you up to high standards and motivating you to work hard. I feel as though I was given meaningful tasks that challenged me. Overall, I have nothing but positive things to say about this company. 

What is the best part of working at the company?
Coworkers are kind and helpful

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Poor Management, wrong people in authority 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Between coworkers is good. Between management and staff can be toxic.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Heavy workload, with high expectations and minimal support

great work environment, great management, good advancement. Shipping and receiving most of the day, put away the other part. I learned how to send across the border and better counting procedures. Management was great, very understanding and lots of knowledge. Co workers were great and no problems. Hardest part of the job was draining engine cores and sending them back for credit. Most enjoyable part was learning about parts in a calm environment.

Top Job Titles	Average salary
Service technician 5 salaries reported	$44.30 per hour
Sales representative for automotive parts 3 salaries reported	$27.50 per hour
Maintenance technician 7 salaries reported	$34.36 per hour
Shipper/receiver 1 salary reported	$21.50 per hour
Branch administrator 1 salary reported	$44,000 per year

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