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      3.5

      63% would recommend to a friend

      (3,235 total reviews)

      Clay C. Williams

      68% approve of CEO

      51% positive business outlook

      Ratings by category

      3.6

      Diversity & inclusion

      3.6

      Work/Life balance

      3.4

      Culture & values

      3.4

      Compensation and benefits

      3.1

      Senior management

      3.1

      Career opportunities

      NOV has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 3,235 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The NOV employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Energy, Mining & Utilities industry (3.7 stars).

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      3K reviews
      5.0
      Mar 9, 2017

      Opportunity for personal and professional development

      Communications manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      NOV genuinely cares about it's employees. Even in a company this big, I've never felt like just a number. Employee development and job satisfaction is very important to leadership, and there's usually opportunity for internal transfer if you want to change your career path or try something new.

      Cons

      Because NOV has acquired so many successful, well-run companies, it can feel disjointed at times in the areas of business strategy and product roadmap. This is an issue that leadership is aware of and actively working on.

      5.0
      Nov 18, 2014

      Great People - Great Place to Work - NOV PCG WLY

      Supplier development specialist - machining
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      There are a lot of things on the move at our company. The people are excellent and normally treat you like Family. Leadership is getting better at our Division and there are many things in process to help NOV improve. Like all companies, there is good and bad but just remember - the grass always appears greener on the other side. Keep in mind what may make it greener - and try not to step in it. We are growing as an organization, and are very stable. Pete Miller (DNOW currently) was an excellent Leader with a Vision, one I believed in - we at NOV do miss him but Clay Williams may be more tactical which may work to NOV's and DNOW's advantage long term. Both are excellent Leaders, and people. We are made up from the core companies and have grown thru both acquisition and modernization. This takes adding structure, organization and takes time. Looking forward to working with NOV long term, not interested in chasing a buck. Yes we tend to pay a little less, but the benefits are good and the people are even better. We are getting better every day. The old ERP is on the way out and we will have a better system. The Management in the last year has made more positive strides in the last year than the 5 previous. Our Future is Bright!

      Cons

      We tend to hire less skilled people with degrees at lower rates, then they gain experience and move on. Need more Design Engineering support - There is not enough time, to save time and money. We are on the lower end regarding pay, benefits and bonus. If you do not like your current position - look for something else - within NOV. You will find your place.

      2.0
      Jul 17, 2015

      Company with Unlimited Potential and Limited Managment

      Attorney
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Generous Benefits; Excellent Work / Life Balance; Flexible Hours; Travel (Limited); Visibility to Company Management

      Cons

      Dysfunctional Management (Top --> Down); Lack of Accountability; Culture; Flat, Top Heavy Structure (Corporate)

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