Hi folks,
This forum is great with some crucial info. I've just been offered a job as a Field Tech (with virgin, not subs) and really wanted to ask some questions to current employees. I'm currently earning £25k+ and realise this is a large pay cut but as I'm currently breathing is all sorts of chemicals daily I'm happy to take the cut. I also used to install solar systems so I know I enjoy the driving around and fixing problems kind of role.
If any of you could shed some light on the below questions I would ever so thankful.
1) The business van. The missus has a car, so I could sell mine and use the van for business use - however are they really that strict, I'm not saying I'd be going everywhere in the van but are you allowed to call to the gym or supermarket on the way home etc? If so getting shut of my car in theory takes the 18.5k up to 21k ish.
2) Ive been on hold for this position for a while so can hardly remember the video on wages at the interview day. But am I right in thinking you get annual rises from £18k to £23k, £1000 a year or whatever it is?
3)Are they realistic bonuses you can get? I remember a virgin tech once telling me you get bonuses for zero complaints etc..
4)The up-selling of products, I enjoy sales - Can you realistically earn some decent dough through this? or is it poor like 50p a sale etc.
5)The shifts, I'm aware its 37 hours a week but what happens if you're still working past your set finish time? Whats the overtime rate...normal rate plus?
6) Is Saturday working all day, I have a season ticket at football, work comes first to me, but its nice to know...
7) Whats the virgin package discount like, is it a bargain? I currently have the top package with 2 tivo's
Basically, I just want an honest overview from those in the role before I commit to the job. It would be nice to know my current £25k a year is still achievable with bonuses, up-sells, annual wage increases, saving on the current £70 a month virgin bill and the help of a company van.
Thanks for your help. I genuinely do appreciate it.
All the best!
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If you have anything else helpful please share. Your pros and cons of the job would be nice, what the atmosphere is like within the company etc and if you enjoy it
