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With a vision to deliver clean, quiet transportation for all, Proterra makes zero-emission, battery-electric buses that help fleet operators decrease fossil fuel dependency and reduce costs. The company has sold more than 208 vehicles to 27 different transit agencies throughout the U.S. Proterra’s configurable EV platform, battery and charging options make its buses well suited to a wide range of transit and campus routes read more
Proterra Company Culture
Proterra Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.4/5
Proterra's Overall Culture is rated D-
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Perks & Benefits
BCompensation
C+Happiness
C-Manager
DRetention
DProterra CEO
Bottom 5%Bottom 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Jack Allen
49 /100
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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 15%Bottom 15% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-57
Proterra employees are -57% more likely to recommend Proterra as a great place to work
| 19% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 5% | Passives |
| 76% | Detractors |
Working at Proterra
Working at Proterra is rated below average by 24 employees, across various culture dimensions. Proterra employees rate Perks And Benefits highest among all categories, and think that Environment and Meetings have the most room for improvement, putting Proterra’s culture in the Bottom 10% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably. See below in detail how working at Proterra was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Proterra
D-
Overall Company Culture at Proterra is rated D-
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Bottom
10%
Proterra ranks in the Bottom 10% of other companies on Comparably with 201-500 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterProterra Employee Reviews
Out of 14 Proterra employee reviews, 75% were positive. The remaining 25% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Proterra improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 75% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 25% |
Positive Reviews From Proterra Employees
- What makes you most happy at work?Seeing improvement, seeing positive change.
- What did you like most about the interview process?It was pretty a normal process
- What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?Doing lots of different things
Constructive Feedback From Proterra Employees
- What's going wrong and how can it be improved?Make higher quality products for them
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Yes I do we should be getting paid more
Proterra Company Information
Proterra Company Overview
Proterra was founded in 2004 and its current CEO is Jack Allen. Since its inception 22 years ago, Proterra has grown to 493 employees.
Proterra Mission, Vision & Values
Proterra Mission & Values
With a vision to deliver clean, quiet transportation for all, Proterra makes zero-emission, battery-electric buses that help fleet operators decrease fossil fuel dependency and reduce costs. The company has sold more than 208 vehicles to 27 different transit agencies throughout the U.S. Proterra’s configurable EV platform, battery and charging options make its buses well suited to a wide range of transit and campus routes
| Headquarter | 1 Whitlee Court 29607 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.proterra.com |
| Founding Date | 2004 |
| Tel | 864-438-0000 |
| Company Status | Private |
| Social Sites |
Proterra Competitors
Proterra competitors include Volkswagen and New Flyer. Proterra ranks 3rd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Proterra 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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Proterra Employees
Proterra has 493 employees. 24 employees at Proterra have reviewed Proterra across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 24 Proterra employees give their leadership a grade of D-, or Bottom 10% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Proterra are generally satisfied with their total compensation at Proterra, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Proterra are not very pleased with their team. 24 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a D. Less than half believe the meetings at Proterra are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Proterra believe the environment at Proterra is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Proterra is extremely fast. About 27% of the employees at Proterra work 8 hours or less, while 9% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Proterra are not very happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Proterra - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. Employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 73% 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.
Proterra KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of Proterra's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 2 Proterra employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
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Proterra CEO & Leadership
Proterra CEO - Jack Allen
49 /100
Proterra’s CEO Jack Allen started in this role in 2020. Jack’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Jack in the Bottom 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably. Jack Allen’s employees rank Proterra in the Top 35% for Perks And Benefits, in the Top 50% for Compensation, and in the Bottom 35% for Happiness. When compared to Proterra’s competitors, Jack Allen ranks below New Flyer CEO Paul Soubry.
Proterra Leadership
The Proterra Executive Team is rated a “D-” and led by CEO Jack Allen, Senior Vice President Of Sales John Walsh, and VP of Finance Sehnaz Ozgur
Jack Allen CEO / President
Jack Allen serves as the CEO / President of Proterra.
John Walsh Senior Vice President Of Sales
John Walsh serves as the Senior Vice President Of Sales of Proterra Inc. John started at Proterra Inc in January of... read more
Sehnaz Ozgur VP of Finance
Sehnaz Ozgur serves as the VP of Finance of Proterra Inc. Sehnaz started at Proterra Inc in December of 2018. Sehnaz... read more
Mike Finnern Vice President Customer Service
Mike Finnern serves as the Vice President Customer Service of Proterra.
Matt Horton Chief Commercial Officer
Matt Horton serves as the Chief Commercial Officer of Proterra Inc. Matt started at Proterra Inc in December of 2016.... read more
Josh Ensign Chief Operating Officer
Josh Ensign serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Proterra Inc. Josh started at Proterra Inc in September of 2016.... read more
Gary Horvat Chief Technology Officer
Gary Horvat serves as the Chief Technology Officer of Proterra Inc. Gary started at Proterra Inc in August of 2015. Gary... read more
Lyndon Schneider Director - Vehicle Engineering
Lyndon Schneider serves as the Director - Vehicle Engineering of Proterra Inc. Lyndon started at Proterra Inc in August... read more
Proterra Salaries
How much does Proterra pay?
How much do people at Proterra get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Proterra is $88,288, or $42 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $105,749, or $50 per hour.
At Proterra, the highest paid job is a Sales Manager at $115,201 annually and the lowest is a Bookkeeper at $42,858 annually. Average Proterra salaries by department include: Business Development at $101,686, Customer Support at $60,045, IT at $104,735, and Finance at $73,791. Half of Proterra salaries are above $105,749.
14 employees at Proterra rank their Compensation in the Top 50% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 44 ratings) while 12 employees at Proterra rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 35% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 14 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $63k | $63k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $83k | $83k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $104k | $104k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $168k | $168k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $254k | $254k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $271k | $271k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $348k | $348k | 100th Percentile |
$88,288*
Average Compensation
$105,749*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Proterra Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Proterra
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Proterra across various culture dimensions.
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Ranked Culture the Lowest
Proterra Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
- Paid Holidays
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
Financial Benefits
- 401K / Retirement Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Office Perks
- Unique Office Space
Proterra PTO
Proterra's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 10-15 days off a year with 0% of employees expected to be work free while out of office. Proterra's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $500 -$1000 cash value per month.
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H1B Visa
In 2019, Proterra applied for 5 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 100% were approved.
Work Permit Application Outcome
Proterra has a total of 493 employees
5
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 100% Granted (5 out of 5)
- 0% Denied ( out of 5)
- 0% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection ( out of 5)
- 0% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer ( out of 5)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding Proterra
What is Proterra address?
Proterra location is at 1 Whitlee Court
Who is the CEO of Proterra?
Proterra CEO is Jack Allen, their score by employees is 49
What is Proterra eNPS?
The eNPS for Proterra is -57
What is the salary for Receptionist in Proterra?
Receptionist average salary in the US is 45k
What are the salaries in the Business Development in Proterra?
The average salaries for Business Development in Proterra is 102k
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