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    Updated 17 Jul 2019

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    Found 1128 reviews

    3.2
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    50%
    Recommend to a Friend
    62%
    Approve of CEO
    Public Storage CEO Ronald L. Havner Jr.
    Ronald L. Havner Jr.
    673 Ratings
    Pros

    • "Property managers are able to live onsite in an apartment for a small pay cut" (in 71 reviews)

    • "Work life balance is exceptional" (in 56 reviews)

    Cons

    • "You go from relief manager to property manager to KTP (key training professional)" (in 159 reviews)

    • "Further partnership with other functions of the company would allow District Managers more time to spend in the field with our teams and customers" (in 111 reviews)

    More Pros and Cons

    1. "District Manager"

      StarStarStarStarStar
        Former Employee - Anonymous Employee 

        I worked at Public Storage full-time

        Pros

        Good salary, bonus based off district location in reality

        Cons

        Store managers need more freedom to make decisions

        Public Storage2018-09-26

      • "A positive outlook"

        StarStarStarStarStar
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        • Culture & Values
        • Career Opportunities
        • Compensation and Benefits
        • Senior Management
        Current Employee - Property Manager in La Puente, CA
        Recommends
        Positive Outlook

        I have been working at Public Storage full-time for more than 3 years

        Pros

        Working at Public Storage has helped me in great ways that other companies can’t do for you. As a college student it is important for me to have a full time job that will work with your schedule and Public Storage has done that for me. Not only that but we are offered great benefits like 401k, medical insurance, paid vacation time, & more. The company also has an awesome referral program because they want to hire...

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        Cons

        Like any job there are some cons to working here. For example there are times when you have to deal with disrespectful tenants or rude customers so it is important to stay calm and try to fix the situation. Another con is that there is not much room to advance in the company. You are either a relief manager or a property manager. Some property managers will have the opportunity to become trainers but that’s about it.

        Advice to Management

        It would be great if the company gave property managers the opportunity to advance in their careers. For example, having a better program where those with degrees have the ability to become district managers.

        Public Storage2019-07-12
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      • "Great opportunity, and nice work environment"

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        • Senior Management
        Current Employee - Property Manager in Houston, TX
        Recommends
        Positive Outlook
        Approves of CEO

        I have been working at Public Storage full-time for less than a year

        Pros

        Following guidelines to lease storage units and sell merchandise. Mostly have to be self-driven and building strong relationships with our customers to give them five star experience. However, if you take pride of taking care your storage facility as manager is very enjoyable and satisfying.

        Cons

        Public storage is leading industry in this category and the pay could be better compared the competitor.

        Advice to Management

        Excellent District managers name J. Fortune. Prepares you with training to succeed and grow in your position.

        Public Storage2019-07-12

      • "Great company, Great culture, Great employees, Great career choice..."

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        • Senior Management
        Current Employee - District Manager in Bronx, NY
        Recommends
        Positive Outlook
        Approves of CEO

        I have been working at Public Storage full-time for more than 3 years

        Pros

        Working for Public Storage as a District Manager was one of the best professional choices I have made. You are truly a business owner and have all the tools necessary to succeed and well as the autonomy to run your business uniquely. The culture is driven around development, training and learning on all levels. Great place to work.

        Cons

        None. I enjoy my day to day.

        Public Storage2019-07-10

      • "Flexing your interpersonal muscles."

        StarStarStarStarStar
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        • Senior Management
        Current Employee - Key Training Professional in Fort Myers, FL
        Recommends
        Positive Outlook
        Approves of CEO

        I have been working at Public Storage full-time for more than 10 years

        Pros

        The people I meet from all walks of life. People in transition I get to celebrate with customers when they buy new homes or when children are off to college. There are difficult moments as well, I like that we can offer comfort through difficult times . Storing not only our customers goods but also showing compassion through life changes and providing great prices with awesome promotions, clean facilities and exceptional...

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        Cons

        For me working weekends is not much ofca problem working in customer service that comes with territory but that would be the one thing that I hear that would make some excited.

        Advice to Management

        Internships lets have people test the waters.

        Public Storage2019-07-09

      • "The District Manager position is not what it seems- stay away!"

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        • Senior Management
        Former Employee - District Manager in Philadelphia, PA
        Doesn't Recommend
        Negative Outlook
        No Opinion of CEO

        I worked at Public Storage full-time for more than a year

        Pros

        Public Storage hires from retail so the work life balance is definitely better.

        Cons

        You’re essentially a glorified General Manager who oversees multiple properties. Compensation is low at both the DM and property manager level. The company pays their property teams minimum wage and expects way too much for the pay. If you get promoted out of the DM position, don’t expect extra compensation for your new role. Turnover is very high and it’s because the competition is paying much more. You’ll spend a bulk...

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        Advice to Management

        Increase compensation at the property level. Have a customer service department that actually handles customer service issues instead of passing them to the District Manager. Spend money on your properties for repairs- a lot of buildings are falling apart with inadequate roofs, lighting, HVAC systems.

        Public Storage2019-07-17

      • "Great place to work and grow"

        StarStarStarStarStar
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        • Senior Management
        Current Employee - District Manager in New York, NY
        Recommends
        Positive Outlook
        Approves of CEO

        I have been working at Public Storage full-time for more than a year

        Pros

        Company is focused on growing and maintaining talent. Work life balance is exceptional. Compensation is very good and you are well compensated for good performance.

        Cons

        No real cons to working here that I have come across yet. You need to have good management skills and excellent time mgt skills to be successful at this company.

        Advice to Management

        Continue doing what you are doing.

        Public Storage2019-07-01

      • "Great Company"

        StarStarStarStarStar
        • Work/Life Balance
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        • Career Opportunities
        • Compensation and Benefits
        • Senior Management
        Former Employee - Property Manager in Tampa, FL
        Recommends
        Positive Outlook
        Approves of CEO

        I worked at Public Storage full-time for more than 5 years

        Pros

        Hours, benefits, and on-site apartments.

        Cons

        The hourly pay could be better.

        Advice to Management

        Up the pay.

        Public Storage2019-07-01

      • "Forward Thinking Company with Room for Growth"

        StarStarStarStarStar
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        • Compensation and Benefits
        • Senior Management
        Current Employee - District Manager in Dallas, TX
        Recommends
        Positive Outlook
        Approves of CEO

        I have been working at Public Storage full-time for more than a year

        Pros

        Public Storage is an amazing company to work for with a solid team to back it. Coming from a retail background, it is so refreshing to work for a company that has a forward thinking perspective on growth and development and makes this happen in a positive culture. From the ground up, Public Storage invests in their employees' continued success and development and it shows! There is a reason Public Storage is number...

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        Cons

        Not a lot of cons. Due to the nature of the industry, there can be some challenging situations with customers, but Public Storage does a great job of providing Property Managers and District Managers with the tools needed to resolve these issues.

        Advice to Management

        Stay forward thinking and continue to focus on development at all levels!

        Public Storage2019-06-29
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        "Manager"

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        Former Employee - Property Manager in Burr Ridge, IL
        Doesn't Recommend
        Neutral Outlook
        No Opinion of CEO

        I worked at Public Storage full-time for more than 5 years

        Pros

        Living on site, monthly district meetings

        Cons

        No bonus opportunities, work and life balance doesn’t exist. Holidays they are open.

        Public Storage2019-06-22
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