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Big 5 Sporting Goods

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If you have graduated from a University, this place is not for you. If in management, decent pay and benefits. - Manager Trainee Big 5 Sporting Goods Employee Review

2.0
28 Feb 2012
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Pros

-Management was nice -Flexible hours -Not a stressful job at all -Decent starting wage compared to other places

Cons

-Menial work -Takes time to move up the management chain -Unloading a truck shipment at 4:30am once a week sucks -Have to join a union (could be a pro since they force you to take breaks) but union fees apply

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5.0
14 Dec 2025
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Pros

Learn new things and meet nice people

Cons

Stand for long periods with short breaks

3.0
3 Jun 2026
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Pros

Clear Communication on what standards are. I had a solid, attentive and respectful District Manager Solid Benefits

Cons

No work-life balance E-teams I had to close Two of the stores.

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