Alcatel-Lucent Employee Reviews for Communications Technician

"Could be an excellent company if... and the list goes on and on!"

What do you like about working at Alcatel-Lucent?

"I enjoyed the colleagues I worked with at Lucent Technologies. The work itself was interesting and very physical, and it allowed me to learn a lot about the telecommunications industry."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Yes--be prepared to be laid-off due to the company's constant need to downsize. It is only about saving money and the stock price, and not about taking care of the customer. This view as you know will get you nowhere!"

What don't you like about working at Alcatel-Lucent?

"I was unhappy that they laid me off, primarily because of corporate's decision to outsource labor that was once performed by my fellow associates and I."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Place faith in the quality and training you've instilled in your employees, and work with them and the labor union to cut costs. After all, we see the waste that occurs and have great ideas on how to save money if you are only willing to listen!"