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RFI Comm. & Security Systems

Part of Pavion

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Flexibility - Anonymous employee RFI Comm. & Security Systems Employee Review

3.0
29 Jan 2018
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The best thing about RFI is that it's flexible enough that employees can stretch and get promoted or do lateral transfers that line up with what they want to do. A lot of people who have been here for decades started out doing something different and have ended up in roles they love. RFI also pays pretty well. I really like my team and our manager.

Cons

Even though construction is a conservative industry in general, RFI seems out of touch. Many, if not most, employees could do their jobs remotely or with flexible schedules, yet everyone is required to be in the office for eight hours, except for upper management. The CEO also requires Fox News to play in the receptionist area. Besides politics being inappropriate in the workplace in general, that particular slant of politics feels wildly out of place in the bay area. RFI wants to be seen as a high tech company but has trouble embracing much of that culture.

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RFI Comm. & Security Systems Response
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Thank you for your feedback and yes we have many people who work flexible hours and from home. The type of position can impact the ability to effectively work remote. If you feel your position would lend itself to working remotely; I encourage you to work with your manager to see if something can be worked out. The news is the news and whether we chose FOX News, CNN, MSNBC, or something else somebody will be offended. As someone who was born and raised in the Bay Area I try not to pass judgement on others' choices and I would hope you feel the same about acceptance and encouragement to those around you. RFI wants to be seen as a company that provides a strong opportunity for our people and serves our customers with integrity and respect. As you pointed out we "pay pretty well" and strive to have a positive environment. Again thank you for your suggestions and please seek out your manager to work on flexibility to your schedule if possible.

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5.0
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I really enjoy working here. The company has a great, supportive vibe, and it's clear they care about helping you grow and develop in your career. The pay is competitive, and there's always strong leadership to guide us. Plus, everyone is really willing to pitch in and help when you need it, which makes the work environment even better.

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1.0
21 Aug 2025
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Pros

Once upon a time, like 20 years ago, this used to be a well rounded, family oriented company who cared about their employees. Would host company picnics, and the environment was inviting. They haven't been good since then with the exception of some truly great individuals who have since left the company.

Cons

Ever since Larry left the company to his spawn they drove it into the ground. That individual pushed their religious ideologies on everyone and allowed unsavory individuals to operate secondary businesses within RFI's walls while putting employees at risk. They have since given the company to Pavion. Hopefully they can restore the company to its glory days but it has an uphill battle.

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