journeyperson

heavy equipment mechanic

truck driver

driver

administrator

AFD PETROLEUM LTD

Overall, working within teams and with colleagues is great, most field level staff are happy to help each other succeed.  Management does not believe in training, work life balance for field level staff, or paying overtime if your not a driver.  Executive level staff are set in their ways and still playing boys club, not likely to ever change.  

There is no internal growth, all open positions will be filled with external hires, once you accept a role, you will never be looked at for raises or change of position without forcing management into it by quitting.

Tools and technology are archaic, most not being serviced or updated in over a decade, unless its for an executive, then the budgets are no issue.  Staff have and will be fired when things go wrong for relying on faulty gear that exec refuse to update, upgrade, or replace.

This environment has steadily grown more toxic over the years I have worked here.  With top level management caring less and less as the years go by about the front line employee, until it effects a managers pay or time off, then it matters.

AFD is your stereo typical corporate company. Staff is overworked, underpaid, under appreciated. More work is piled and piled on you due to the high staff turnover.  With no compensation and the expectation to do the same amount of work 2 or 3 people couldn’t keep up with. Management says all the right things, but does not follow through. You are told if you’re overworked to let them know. Then when you do, they say there’s nothing they can do and to just manage your time better. 
There are no long term employees at AFD except upper management. That is because management are the only ones that have job security. You will leave AFD. Sometimes by your choice, sometimes by theirs. The people are what makes AFD tolerable. The employees are friendly, fun, smart and an amazing group. Unfortunately, every day when you go in you never know when will be the last time you will see them. 

toxic work culture. if you want a dead end "career" this is the place to go.
was supposed to be in the field, painted 5 days in a row.
spent over 7 weeks in the shop, doing ABSOLUTELY nothing.

only good part about the company is the friends you will make. 
pay was decent when they actually put you in the field.. but good luck with that. 
hired me on a 14/7. worked one "14/7" in over two months there.. and they ended it early. sent me home. didn't even get full hours.
said nothing in the interview about being in the shop 'training' for over two months.
funny part is... there's NO training.

no training program what so ever. no care for safety. 
no communication at all. two faced management. 

fired me after missing my first day near end of my probation. 
didn't even ask for a sick note. I was 20-30 minutes early every single day for work.
stayed late more days than not.

if you work, this isn't the place for you. highly recommend you avoid at all costs.

 working at AFD Petroleum! It’s a fast-paced environment where hard work is recognized and rewarded. If you’re driven and proactive, you will absolutely shine here. The President is a great leader, providing strong direction while empowering employees to take initiative.

One of the best perks was the free lunch every month, which was a nice way to bring the team together. The coworkers were fantastic—supportive, collaborative, and always willing to help. The company also has a very casual environment, where you can be yourself while still maintaining professionalism.

Overall, AFD is a great place for those who thrive in a dynamic setting and want to grow their career in an energetic and supportive workplace.

This is hands down the most toxic environment when dealing with management.  If you like working with new people you will get a whole new set of people in 3 to 4 months.  With the 80% turn over rate don't bother learning anyone's name.   The company does preach safty and training programs.  They don't care for personal safty or even training the employee.  Stay clear of the owner he's nice to your face and will behind closed doors keep you from ever moving up in the company for no reason.  Ownership holds grudges over precived issues that don't exist.   If your stuck and need a job sure take it, but never stop looking you won't want to be in this company past 3 months.  Most depressing time of my life the past 6 months.  

The people are the heart-beat of any good company and there are many good people at the front line and middle management level. Unfortunately above those folks seems disorganized, cold and no clear message. Have lots of "ideas" but no clear explanation to the level that executes the actual plan that it's turned into a toxic environment and everyone looking over their shoulders.  

One senior leader disclosed they feel if you say "one wrong thing" you're out.

Changes only come when forced or key staff threaten to walk. Turnover rate close to 80%. It's sad what's it's become because there is so much potential there and so many people that pour their heart and soul into this organization.



So. This place isn't all bad. However, it does have a lot of issues. 

HR is absolutely useless. Complaints are not taken seriously, and you're basically laughed out of their office.

Management ranges from serious micromanaging to non-existent. Only a few managers are decent to deal with. 

Many staff give their heart and soul to this place, and it goes widely unnoticed. 

Raises are basically non existent. Current staff are paid less than new staff coming in. This is why they keep losing good employees. Those of us that stay are treated like we're second class. 

I've been here a while, and I'm nearly at my breaking point. This place could be amazing but nothing changes. Morale gets worse by the second. 


I was with the company for 3.5 years and in the past 2 years not a day has gone by that felt secure in my position. . I was fortunate when I started there to have a great manager.  It makes a massive difference when you have an experienced, compassionate and kind manager. I worked really hard, long days and lots of physical work but I didn’t mind. My manager appreciated my work. That was all I asked. Fast forward the last few years and all I can say is, read the comments here and see what is repeated time and time again. That will give you the best view and it’s up to you if you just want a job or if you want a career with a company that gives you the same loyalty as you give them. Regardless, I wish you the best of luck. 

Self proclaimed best managed company that is unfortunately the complete opposite. Don't expect too earn a raise after yrs of hard work. Expect to do your job as well as others that are incapable of doing theirs, and get used too it! The people doing all the work, especially drivers are treated the poorest and it goes up the food chain from there. 
Don't expect any assistance from HR at all!
New employee training is weak at best. Ongoing training???
No incentive for hard work, safety or cost savings for the company, go to work get your paycheck and go home. 
No continuity for pay or equitable opportunities 


AFD is a fast-moving company with a lot happening at once. If you're a problem solver who likes to collaborate and stay on your toes, you'll thrive here.

The team is genuinely energized and fun to work with. Growth opportunities are real, especially if you're productive and bring ideas to the table. I've been able to take on meaningful work and grow quickly in my role.

The pace comes with trade-offs. There are a lot of initiatives running simultaneously and the org moves fast, so you need to be adaptable. Travel is also part of the job depending on your role.

Overall, I'd recommend AFD to people who like working in a team environment, aren't afraid of change, and want to be part of something that's actually building toward something.

Top Job Titles	Average salary
Journeyperson 4 salaries reported	$51.75 per hour
Heavy equipment mechanic 1 salary reported	$51.50 per hour
Truck driver 17 salaries reported	$36.56 per hour
Driver 1 salary reported	$37.00 per hour
Administrator 4 salaries reported	$55,000 per year

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