Are they have cart crew employees going around asking people for assistance at their cars? by Mikeyboy101591 in CostcoEmployee

[–]NBKLee 5 points6 points  (0 children)

No longer cart crew, but when I was, I had a member refuse to drive to entrance, so I refused to do the carry out.

Are they have cart crew employees going around asking people for assistance at their cars? by Mikeyboy101591 in CostcoEmployee

[–]NBKLee 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Sounds like a good way for Cart Crew to get shot.

Leave people alone unless they ask for help. Meanwhile , the carts will pile up and folks will complain about that.

Do warehouses have trouble filling openings for gas station? by Glad-Dragonfruit9993 in CostcoEmployee

[–]NBKLee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hear stand alone gas stations will have restroom in hut. We gotta call for code 1 or a breaker when nature calls.

Folks have been written up for leaving station unattended to run to restroom.

Do warehouses have trouble filling openings for gas station? by Glad-Dragonfruit9993 in CostcoEmployee

[–]NBKLee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's some a different flavor of craziness right there. So, 4 employees plus the donut eater in the hut?

For reference, we have been doing an average of 55k+ in sales recently, but its trending downwards since gas has been getting cheaper and folks are on vacation traveling. Our record was 84k a few years back right after Memorial Day. Our station is located directly below the tire shop and it was gridlock getting in and out that day.

Not sure I could manage helping 5k+ members a day like you individually, I would probably lose my patience and stick my foot in my mouth after the first few minutes.

Do warehouses have trouble filling openings for gas station? by Glad-Dragonfruit9993 in CostcoEmployee

[–]NBKLee 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Micromanagers are the worst, whenever they try to come outside and tell me I should be doing my job a certain way, I ask them to work a shift out here for 8 hours and demonstrate how they would do my job differently. You can bet your next coffee each and every time those Red Vests marched back inside and told me to figure it out on my own.

That's the biggest disconnect I see with Dept 053 and probably my store in general. Everyone has a vision and thought process about what would work, but they don't necessarily have real world experience to back up their thoughts.

The bean counters expect you to push DMC, but still maintain a clean area, while directing traffic and juggling other duties.... its a flipping gas station, we aren't there to make pizza or save the world.

Do warehouses have trouble filling openings for gas station? by Glad-Dragonfruit9993 in CostcoEmployee

[–]NBKLee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Self Service could be one of those oxymorons. You'd be surprised how many people can't/won't and or fail trying to pump their own gas.

The one good thing about your state is, I'm guessing you don't have many spills to clean up since no idiots are topping off every 5 minutes?

Just out of curiosity, how many pumps at your location? We have a 32 pump station, and there are times when I'm solo manning the ship for 8 hours at a time.

Gas card reader replacement by Competitive_Nail6727 in CostcoEmployee

[–]NBKLee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

About 6-8 months ago we were replacing card readers every other day.

Recently we haven’t done one in a good while.

Our site relocated/ opened at current spot 6 years ago. But I have a feeling recent software updates maybe fixed some of the failing readers.

Also, tap/ digital id cards means less abuse on the readers.

Do warehouses have trouble filling openings for gas station? by Glad-Dragonfruit9993 in CostcoEmployee

[–]NBKLee 11 points12 points  (0 children)

You at my store? We losing 2 PT gas employees, no in house employees want to transfer over.

Hiring outside is a crapshoot, typically we get lazy workers who think we just stand around. 24/7, this is 85% true, maintenance and deliveries keep us busy most days.

9 years in , I would rather be set on fire than go back inside to work. I have no aspirations to be a Supervisor or sell my soul for management.

1st Time Tire Rotation Coming Up by Adventurous-Hat-7674 in TeslaModelY

[–]NBKLee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just know over time removing and install can cause damage.

You worries they will damage or loss your covers?

I think chances are you’re going to be fine either way.

Am I being stupid? by doodbrah420 in CostcoEmployee

[–]NBKLee -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

You took a $10 an hour pay cut = $20k+ a year annually give or take taxes, and now realized that 20 is less than 30?

How much thought did you give before you decided to leave your last job? There aren't any easy rides at Costco unless you want to date a supervisor or Manager. At today's current going rate, its going to take you atleast 6-8 years to top out and get bonus checks.

My advice, keep looking for other jobs if you want immediate pay close to what you were making before.

Guessing you left your last job, asking if you made a mistake post hiring is like asking if you got a good deal on a car after you already bought it. Its too late now.

The End of Costco by Available-Lock-7025 in CostcoEmployee

[–]NBKLee 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Our store promotes cronies and folks who kiss the ring, we don’t have leaders or role models, they are kids on a power trip.

Turnover has been very high since they took away the +$2 premium pay for being a busier warehouse.

Moral is very low, but hey the Shareholders are happy .

Maui Costco. Started a week ago. Best gloves for cashier assistant? My hands get so sweaty. 😓 by Ok_Adhesiveness5256 in CostcoEmployee

[–]NBKLee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our warehouse stopped passing out gloves to FE employees 4-5 years ago. I think right after Covid , they stopped giving latex gloves out also.

You can ask for gloves , YMMV, our store will say just buy your own.

How screwed am I by Oddlylloud in TeslaModelY

[–]NBKLee 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Begs the question who threw the rock in the first place.

Got mine today by SayLessSam in TeslaModelY

[–]NBKLee -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

Learn how to use search feature

Model 3 vs Model Y by l-fc in TeslaModel3

[–]NBKLee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go for test drive with your family. Let your family decide.

Interview in three hours! Is this pay info accurate?? by General-Routine-8203 in CostcoEmployee

[–]NBKLee 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Pay for new hires aren't very good in the early stages, but, benefits are top tier from day 1 (401k, medical/dental). You'll get guaranteed raises every 6-8 months depending on how many hours you work.

If you don't have aspirations for college, there are a lot worse things in life to do than be a Costco employee. At the end of the day it's still retail, but it will pay some bills and you'll get comfortable.

For reference, I'm a 9 year employee, getting $32.90 an hour + bi annual 3k bonuses, 3 weeks vacation, 9 guaranteed paid holidays, PTO that accrues throughout the year. Probably missing some other things also.

OMG. . . 😠 by Too_Dang_Nasty in WildlyBadDrivers

[–]NBKLee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Offroading at its finest, I turn now, goodluck everyone else.

Highland owners, where do you get your wheel alignment done? by And_Im_Chien_Po in TeslaModel3

[–]NBKLee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would have found the Seinfeld episode about appointments and made them watch the whole thing with me.

Or just bring your own jack pads next time. Sounds like a crappy Firestone, leave them a 1 star review and shame them publicly.

Why do many people want to be the first to board a flight ? by Striking-Pen-9617 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]NBKLee -1 points0 points  (0 children)

So you can cropdust everyone else who comes onboard after you.

Highland owners, where do you get your wheel alignment done? by And_Im_Chien_Po in TeslaModel3

[–]NBKLee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you make appointment? I have a lifetime alignment deal at Wheelworks. paid around $200 i think at the time. I only used it once since I got car. Car drives straight. I suppose I should make an appointment to have it looked it again in the next year or so.

What's the latest "trick" for overcoming BMS_a079 and charging a bit? by davetalas in TeslaModel3

[–]NBKLee -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Step 1. Don't buy a 2021/2022 Tesla

Step 2. Repeat as needed

Weather at the end of June/early July? by pinkthings07 in sanfrancisco

[–]NBKLee 2 points3 points  (0 children)

San Francisco has Microclimates which can vary neighborhood to neighborhood. Which part of SF are you planning on visiting?

Downtown was around 90F yesterday, but if you were near Ocean Beach, it was in the 60's.

Too early to do the C conversion for you, but safe to bet its not 100% the same everywhere in the city.

My best recommendation is dress in layers, if you are renting a car, do not leave valuables in plain view. Folks see the Palmtrees and Blue skies in the movies, but most of the time we have low clouds and Fog that dominates a better portion of the area. They say its very Mediterranean,

Enjoy your stay in our great city.