"FirstEnergy is an energy company. Through its subsidiaries, it is involved in the generation, transmission and distribution of electricity." read more
FirstEnergy Company Culture
FirstEnergy Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews3.3/5
FirstEnergy's Overall Culture is rated C
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Office Culture
AManager
BProfessional Development
BLeadership
B-Compensation
C+FirstEnergy CEO
Bottom 45%Bottom 45% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Steven E. Strah
66 /100
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Diversity at FirstEnergy
N/A
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterWomen at FirstEnergy
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C
Women at FirstEnergy have rated Leadership, Manager, and Executive Team as the highest categories they have scored
FirstEnergy eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 45%Bottom 45% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-9
FirstEnergy employees are -9% more likely to recommend FirstEnergy as a great place to work
| 34% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 23% | Passives |
| 43% | Detractors |
Working at FirstEnergy
Working at FirstEnergy is rated below average by 87 employees, across various culture dimensions. FirstEnergy employees rate Office Culture highest among all categories, and think that Environment and Outlook have the most room for improvement, putting FirstEnergy’s culture in the Bottom 45% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 50% compared to other companies in Cleveland, OH. See below in detail how working at FirstEnergy was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at FirstEnergy
C
Overall Company Culture at FirstEnergy is rated C
Last updated 10 days ago
Bottom
45%
FirstEnergy ranks in the Bottom 45% of other companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
FirstEnergy Employee Reviews
Out of 70 FirstEnergy employee reviews, 81% were positive. The remaining 19% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping FirstEnergy improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 81% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 19% |
Positive Reviews From FirstEnergy Employees
- What are some of the best things about your team?Deficated employees who collaborate well
- What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?I have nothing positive to say about this company
- What do you like best about the leadership team?Flexable allowing us to utilize our vacation
Constructive Feedback From FirstEnergy Employees
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Long hours and shrinking pay
- What do your coworkers need to improve and how could you work together better?Better company environment that encourages learning
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Helping new hires instead of talking crap amongst themselves
FirstEnergy Company Information
FirstEnergy Company Overview
"FirstEnergy is an energy company. Through its subsidiaries, it is involved in the generation, transmission and distribution of electricity."
FirstEnergy Mission, Vision & Values
FirstEnergy Mission & Values
We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.
| Headquarter | Akron, OH United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.firstenergycorp.com |
| Founding Date | 1997 |
| Company Status | Public |
| Stock | FE |
FirstEnergy Competitors
FirstEnergy competitors include ComEd , Southern Company , American Electric Power, and Duke Energy Corporation. FirstEnergy ranks 5th in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how FirstEnergy compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
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FirstEnergy Employees
87 employees at FirstEnergy have reviewed FirstEnergy across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was 10 days ago.
Overall, the 87 FirstEnergy employees give their leadership a grade of B-, or Top 40% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at FirstEnergy are generally satisfied with their total compensation at FirstEnergy, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at FirstEnergy are generally satisfied with their team. 87 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C. The majority believe the meetings at FirstEnergy are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at FirstEnergy believe the environment at FirstEnergy is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at FirstEnergy is comfortably fast. About 39% of the employees at FirstEnergy work 8 hours or less, while 10% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at FirstEnergy are not very happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining FirstEnergy - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining FirstEnergy is that the company was unprepared on their first day. FirstEnergy employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was negative. 100% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
FirstEnergy KPIs and OKRs
At FirstEnergy 100% of employees think their department KPIs and OKRs are clear. Employees’ understanding of FirstEnergy's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 3 FirstEnergy employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 3 have said yes.
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FirstEnergy CEO & Leadership
FirstEnergy CEO - Steven E. Strah
66 /100
FirstEnergy’s CEO Steven E. Strah started in this role in 2020. Steven’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Steven in the Bottom 45% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 45% compared to CEOs of all other companies in Cleveland, OH. Steven E. Strah’s employees rank FirstEnergy in the Top 10% for Office Culture, in the Top 25% for Manager, and in the Top 25% for Professional Development. E. Strah is generally unpopular with FirstEnergy employees, but ranks especially low with employees with Entry Level experience, and by employees in the Customer Support department and employees with 1 to 3 Years experience. However, employees in the Operations department have a slightly more favorable view of the CEO. When compared to FirstEnergy’s competitors, Steven E. Strah ranks below both American Electric Power CEO Nick Akins and Southern Company CEO Thomas Fanning.
FirstEnergy Leadership
The FirstEnergy Executive Team is rated a “C+” and led by CEO Steven E. Strah, Chief Accounting Officer, VP & Controller K. Jon Taylor, and Chief Legal Officer and Executive Vice President of Corporate Strategy & Regulatory Affairs Leila L. Vespoli Esq.
Steven E. Strah CEO / President
Steven E. Strah serves as the CEO / President of FirstEnergy.
K. Jon Taylor Chief Accounting Officer, VP & Controller
Mr. K. Jon Taylor has been Vice President and Controller of Pennsylvania Electric Company since 2013 and serves as... read more
Leila L. Vespoli Esq. Chief Legal Officer and Executive Vice President of Corporate Strategy & Regulatory Affairs
Ms. Leila L. Vespoli, Esq., has been the Chief Legal Officer at FirstEnergy Corp. since January 1, 2014 and as its... read more
Steven E. Strah Senior Vice President and President of Firstenergy Utilities
Mr. Steven E. Strah, also known as Steve, has been President of FirstEnergy Utilities and Senior Vice President at... read more
James F. Pearson Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President
Mr. James F. Pearson, also known as Jim, serves as Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President at Pennsylvania... read more
David W. McDonald Regional President of West Penn Power Company
Mr. David W. McDonald serves as Regional President of West Penn Power Company of FirstEnergy Corp.
Richard S. Sweeney Regional President of Toledo Edison Company
Richard S. Sweeney serves as Regional President of Toledo Edison Company at FirstEnergy Corp.
John E. Skory Regional President of the Cleveland Electric Illuminating Company
Mr. John E. Skory has been Regional President of the Cleveland Electric Illuminating Company, a subsidiary of... read more
Linda L. Moss President of Pennsylvania Operations
Ms. Linda L. Moss has been President of Pennsylvania Operations at FirstEnergy Corp. since February 1, 2015. Ms. Moss... read more
FirstEnergy Salaries
How much does FirstEnergy pay?
How much do people at FirstEnergy get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at FirstEnergy is $130,720, or $62 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $120,260, or $57 per hour.
At FirstEnergy, the highest paid job is a Director of Engineering at $249,654 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $45,320 annually. Average FirstEnergy salaries by department include: Sales at $237,984, Customer Support at $79,952, Operations at $130,476, and Design at $123,300. Half of FirstEnergy salaries are above $120,260.
35 employees at FirstEnergy rank their Compensation in the Top 50% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 106 ratings) while 33 employees at FirstEnergy rank their Perks And Benefits in the Bottom 35% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 36 ratings).
Salaries contributed from FirstEnergy employees include job titles like Lead Engineer, Director of Marketing, IT Manager, and Project Manager. Comparably data has a total of 0 salary records from FirstEnergy employees.
Last updated 11 days ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $70k | $70k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $95k | $95k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $120k | $120k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $172k | $172k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $237k | $237k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $265k | $265k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $296k | $296k | 100th Percentile |
$130,720*
Average Compensation
$120,260*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
FirstEnergy Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at FirstEnergy
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at FirstEnergy across various culture dimensions.
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Ranked Culture the Lowest
FirstEnergy Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
FirstEnergy PTO
FirstEnergy's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 20-30 days off a year. FirstEnergy's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $2500+ cash value per month.
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FirstEnergy Careers
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Overview of Candidates Interested in FirstEnergy on Comparably
Candidates By Department
All Industries | 48% | |
|---|---|---|
Marketing | 11% | |
IT | 11% | |
Admin | 11% | |
Engineering | 7% | |
Other | 11% |
Candidates By Location
Akron | 48% | |
|---|---|---|
Cleveland | 7% | |
Pittsburgh | 4% | |
Columbus | 4% | |
Ashtabula | 4% | |
Other | 33% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding FirstEnergy
Who is the CEO of FirstEnergy?
FirstEnergy CEO is Steven E. Strah, their score by employees is 66
What is FirstEnergy eNPS?
The eNPS for FirstEnergy is -9
What is FirstEnergy revenue?
FirstEnergy revenue is $14B
What is the salary for Engineering Manager in FirstEnergy?
Engineering Manager average salary in the US is 158k
What are the salaries in the Communications in FirstEnergy?
The average salaries for Communications in FirstEnergy is 237k
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