PACCAR is a solid company - Anonymous employee PACCAR Employee Review

3.0
1 Dec 2009
Anonymous employee
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Pros

PACCAR is a solid company that has been making a profit for over 72 years. Even in the tough economic conditions they will be profitable and survive the storm. They give people opportuntities to grow and move up in the organization. Promotion from within is a common practice. Company is very results orientated and fiscally responsible. The conservative nature of PACCAR has reaped benefits for the stock holders over the years. Product quality is high.

Cons

The conservative nature of the company makes it difficult to do anything fast. While this has many benefits, it can be frustrating when you see what needs to be done but can't do anything due to lack of money or management support. This culture permeates everything from dress code to organization to investment decisions. The organization is very hierarchical. What has made PACCAR profitable for 72+ years may also be the biggest con.

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5.0
30 May 2026
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Pros

Wonderful internship experience. I truly enjoyed every aspect of the internship, from the people and team culture to the meaningful projects and great location. It was an incredibly positive learning experience, and I would highly recommend working there.

Cons

While the business professional dress code may not be for everyone, I personally didn’t mind it and felt it contributed to the professional environment.

1.0
15 Apr 2026
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Pros

Not much, if you want a place that's okay with mediocrity, then welcome.

Cons

They blindly follow industry trends not industry standards. We have an initiative to use AI to increase productivity, without a proper plan, without security in mind and lack of general understanding. Consistently understaffed, for example there are teams or parts if teams that have max 4 developer type roles with 36 apps or APIs to support - this has lead to inconsistent code and effort as employees are spread too thin to be able to deliver quality work. Management refuses to take responsibility for issues that arise from being understaffed. Teams are not consistent in what tools and pipelines are used causing even more confusion and delays. Double standards: they don't want to properly promote or give raises to hard workers. Upper management made it clear to direct managers that "meets expectations" was a fine thing to give... To employees doing more than their fair share of work and are doing work outside of their role since they have no one else to do it do to being understaffed.

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