Energy Trust of Oregon Reviews

Pros

Everything and Everyone Great atmosphere and great work

Cons

Nothing the whole organization takes the time to invest in its people

Pros

The people are undeniably the best reason to work here. Such good people - reasonable, caring, empathetic (at least, in my experience). Typical for nonprofits, the feel-goods behind the work are another pro. It's nice to work somewhere where you now good things are coming from the work you do.

Cons

ETO could benefit from a higher turnover rate, quite frankly. There are a LOT of folks here who've stuck around for more than five years, so change is terrifying to most. And strategically, ETO has to inevitably change its market and its means of service if it is going to remain relevant beyond the next couple of years. What results from the mounting pressure to change in a culture that is terrified of change? A lot of labor to barely move the needle...

Pros

The mission of the organization is great; there are exciting, innovative projects underway; and I have met several kind employees in passing (albeit outside of work).

Cons

Highly selective employer but little to show for it. As a nonprofit, compensation at ETO is low, yet the organization demands higher qualifications and years of experience than most government jobs. My supervisor does not express interest or even acknowledge my efforts to grow or work full-time, but expects me to complete more work than I am being paid to do. I spent months doing work for Energy Trust with no pay. This organization will use and extract all you have to offer, but provide no recognition and negligible compensation in return. ETO is also very white, so this must come with the territory.

Pros

Healthy work environment that is always seeking to improve itself in a wide range of areas

Cons

As an engineer, the department I worked in did not provide many oportunities to apply engineering skills and knowledge in creative ways.