Q&A With Trimble Employees
Trimble is on the search for new talent to join our team. Due to our geographic, product and customer reach, there is plenty of room at Trimble for exceptional people to succeed. Consider joining an innovative industry leader and position yourself for future success.
How employees describe working at Trimble
I've been here 26 years, worked on a bunch of interesting projects with some great people.
Review from Engineering Dept
My overall experience is highly positive and deeply rewarding.
Review from HR Dept
I have enjoyed working at Trimble for several years.
Review from HR Dept
Trimble is an overall nice company to work at. They have opportunities to improve overall compensation package, including salary, equity, bonuses, benefits, wellness accounts, and remote work. This limits hiring of top talent and also causes them to leave, but perpetuates underqualified hires.
Review from Finance Dept
They care about company goals and employee's
Review from HR Dept
What it's like to work at Trimble
- Trimble employees generally work 8.7 hrs a day
- Employees at Trimble report the work pace is comfortably fast
- On a typical day, employees at Trimble have 2 meetings
- 97% of Trimble employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
- Trimble employees most often take 20-30 paid vacation and sick days each year
- 87% of Trimble employees report they are happy with their work life balance
- Trimble employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Once a quarter
- 95% of Trimble employees call their work environment positive
Q&A With Trimble Employees
IDX: 25 TOT: 75
What programming languages does Trimble use?
All. Depends on the team.
What are company outings like at Trimble?
Christmas party, Summer party, camping trip, hotel stay with partners.
What are the most important soft skills to be successful at Trimble?
Work well in your team
How difficult is it to maintain a social life while in your job at Trimble?
Very easy. If you are still in the office at 6pm, you are probably the security guard.
What kind of people does Trimble like to hire?
Good fit of the team is very important.
Is it possible to switch teams at Trimble? If so, what is the process?
Yes, talk to your manager.
What is the best advice you could give someone during their first month at Trimble?
Don't be afraid to ask questions or ask for help. Get to know who to ask.
How long does it take to hear back after applying to Trimble?
you will immediately get a confirmation after you apply
How often do employees get raises at Trimble?
once a year
What is the dress code at Trimble?

Trimble approaches fashion like most technology companies – Wear what you're comfortable in. Some days you're in business casual, and other days it's jeans, a Trimble-branded shirt and flip flops.
Casual
What kinds of community outreach does Trimble participate in?
Each office sponsors its own events.
How long after an interview at Trimble does it take to hear back?

While response times can vary, the Talent Attraction Business Partner for the position will be in communication with you throughout the process. We know the wait can be tedious!
It can be a really long time.
How hard is it to get promoted at Trimble?
If you're a hard worker and a good cultural fit it isn't too hard.
What is the daily attire at Trimble?

Trimble approaches fashion like most technology companies – Wear what you're comfortable in. Some days you're in business casual, and other days it's jeans, a Trimble-branded shirt and flip flops.
Casual
What is Trimble's policy towards pets in the workplace?
Trimble is a huge company with offices all over the world and each office has its own culture. It is best to check with the office you will work in for the policy.
How are the career growth opportunities on the HR team at Trimble?
Many opportunities to grow into different roles
How would you compare interviewing at Trimble to other places you've interviewed?
I didn’t think I would get the job due to not being able to answer everything
What unique perks and benefits does Trimble provide?
Flexible work hours and flexibility to run personal errands
Why work for Trimble?
It’a the best place I’ve ever worked with the best atmosphere...
How innovative is Trimble?
Remarkably innovative. They’ve done Machine control (I.e autonomous vehicles) for a decade. Precision agriculture. A huge presence in transportation logitics and a truly constructable model for building construction. They will define how work gets done in the coming years. The level of innovation inside Trimble is simply amazing.
How would you describe your overall experience interviewing at Trimble?
It was long and drawn out.
How do I do well in an interview at Trimble?
Most interviews are with the manager or team for which you are applying. Be yourself as it is important to not only make sure you have the technical skills for the job but the right personality for the position.
How are the benefits at Trimble for employees in Engineering?
Great. Very competitive.
How helpful was your IT team when you were first hired at Trimble?
The helpdesk staff were all helpful, but they suffered from broken processes. Things were not delivered on time, equipment wasn't ready on time, etc. but the helpdesk worked fast to get everything cleaned up.
How's the morale at Trimble?
Good but on the decline






