Ive wasted 4 years for this? - Relief Manager Public Storage Employee Review

2.0
11 Nov 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Hours are from 9:30-6pm m-f, 9:30-5pm on weekends so that could be a benefit depending on your personal preference. Most managers, under the district manager are all generally nice from my experience. Apartments are available to employees that need a place to stay. Will have to take a pay cut.

Cons

The management style. Upper management sucks-- all the way to the CEO. They constantly change policies and scripts used to rent units to customers You feel pressured into forcing customer to buy overpriced merchandise. And then you are "called out" by management when a customer doesn't purchase anything from you. Inconsistency within the company. For example, The call center will tell the customer it is $23 to rent a space and that is all the customer will need, then the customer will come in with only $23 and we are expected to sell the customer an overpriced lock and then insurance and then sell merchandise to them,.Which makes no sense. No growth. The highest position a relief/property manager can go is KTP, which is a management trainer and they only get paid $1 extra to do that task, So a relief manager can not move up and become a district manager. You would have to quit and then get rehired as a District manager. Finally, the bonus. The bonus plan changes every year and they add more and more variables to make it difficult for managers to get a bonus.

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5.0
7 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great people and a collaborative work environment Interesting, challenging work that keeps you engaged Opportunity to get exposure to many different parts of the business A good place for people who like to be hands-on and work in a large-company setting Strong learning environment with variety in day-to-day responsibilities

Cons

Team member empowerment can be limited at times Getting approvals for decisions or changes can take longer than it should Success can depend heavily on the leadership style and authority level of your manager Some processes and tools could be more developed or modernized Lack of strong systems can make work more cumbersome than necessary

5.0
15 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Public Storage is a great place to work and grow your career. I’m surrounded by talented leaders who are supportive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in developing their teams. The company has a strong culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement, which creates an environment where employees can succeed and make an impact. What excites me most is that Public Storage is in a significant growth phase. It’s an energizing time to be part of the organization, with opportunities to contribute to meaningful initiatives, take on new challenges, and help shape the future of the business. The company continues to invest in its people, processes, and growth strategy, making it an excellent place for those who are looking to develop professionally while being part of a winning team. If you’re looking for a company with strong leadership, career advancement opportunities, and a clear vision for the future, Public Storage is a fantastic place to be.

Cons

Cons: As Public Storage continues to grow, the pace of the business can be very fast. There are often multiple initiatives, priorities, and opportunities happening simultaneously, which requires strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt quickly. Success in this environment depends on being able to effectively prioritize, manage competing demands, and stay focused on the highest-impact work. While the pace can be challenging at times, it also creates tremendous opportunities for growth, learning, and career development.

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