What stings more than anything is Chevron made us believe it was forever money. The old timers said it is not forever money, but do they know, right....... my supervisor said this will last 15 years. What stings even more as technologies advance... — read more
Bonus for next year and cip?
Will our multiplier be greater then 1? I think so as our safety records are world class!
GOMBU Reorg, how bad is it?
GOMBU Reorg, how bad is it? Has anyone have any information to share on the up and coming reorg?
I had no idea leaving when I did was such a good idea
Watching ETC it was clearly bloating but I didn't see all this coming. Looks like I got out at a good time. Yikes.
In this time, Are minorities safer than majorities?
I don't want to stir up race and gender discussion just simply asking for some insight and information.
Retirement Plan Funding
Does anyone have any reliable information about the level of funding in the Chevron Retirement Plan? Is there any risk that the plan will come up short with an avalanche of planned and unplanned retirements and likely lump sum payouts in the coming... — read more
Whom To Blame?
What is the current ratio of CEO pay to that of the average working slob at Chevron? Obscenely high, certainly...400 to 1? John Watson effectively sets his own compensation by means of the appointments he recommends to the Board of Directors... — read more
No severance next year ladies and gentlemen. Board approved it through this year. Mum on next year, saying it "depends"
Well this will suck. Make it through this ROM and work 3 more month and get fired in January with no severance. I did not believe it when it was said to me and the reply was "We are cutting the cost of vending machine space for the dividend... — read more
What does HWES mean?
Can someone tell me what does HWES stands for?
This Chevron Way BS needs to get dumped first, upper management needs major shake second, and third get real with contacts
look at chevron stock today, $74, a year ago, it was $20 above XOM and now it is going $3 above. what does that tell you. board of directors should fire him, bring an outsider with real oil& gas business savvy, as CEO. enough of engineers being in... — read more
They disabled the data plan on my 3 year old company iPad
When I got the disconnect notice I saw the they saved about $12 a month. I was using it mostly on WiFi. I am sure that will have a huge impact on their ability to pay dividends.
AMBU - strategic ROM to retain only the biggest sexiest staff coming soon
Due to the drastic drop in oil and gas prices, Chevron will continue eliminating staff to conserve capital for dividend payments to shareholders. AMBU will have its second ROM in december looking to retain only the biggest sexiest staff. If your... — read more
Layoffs announced today!
Another 15% will be let go. Wish I could prove this to you all. I have seen the list and some high level execs are on this list. Also hate to say this..... More people from San Ramon for sure. This will be a shocker but hang on tight. I was told that... — read more
Round 2 layoffs set to happen and we haven't even finished the first round.
We are up the cash flow creek.....
When is our last pay day if we were let go in the RAE on Wed. August 12?
Our last day on payroll is on Oct. 16, does that mean our last paycheck should be on August 22? I've tried contacting several HR Business Partner at the former BU I worked at, but none have returned my calls.
Meet thy Doom!!
So when do we start preparing for catastrophic events.
LNG train 3 module for Gorgon I see a difference
The modules are coming hot and heavy for train 3, almost done. Logistically Chevron F'd it up when they started to flow in. You all know the incompetence. Ego driven, not engaged with the field PM's, strong arm tactics....and no understanding or... — read more
Im black
Im safe
Is it too fresh
is it fresh to def. til dey kill dem selfs? Just know this is true. He has a long day and you have one too. Thats why it happens. Do you know why? I do! They has a tumor in brains. It is easy friends. Easy for bitches.
MORE TO COME??
Heard that there is supposed to be another round of layoffs. I heard 25% this time and 18% of it will affect O&M. You know how rumors are.....I just wanted to get thoughts...insider knowledge.
U.S. oil futures fell below $40 a barrel for the first time since 2009 on Friday, Aug 21.
Here is where things will begin to get worse for Chevron. Cash flow is drying up ever faster.
Going it alone, probably a bad idea during a downturn.
Most of us come to work, do our jobs and go home. Be it the MBA development guys, the LSU guys, those wanna be green lanterns with their A&M rings or just a tight knit group of friends, they network, land better jobs, promote their crew. Over time... — read more
EXEC PIGGIES STILL FEEDING AT TROUGH...
Not to worry, everything is ok (for the chosen few). I understand from a buddy in Perth that King Roy and spouse will still fly First Class to California in November for a week plus of staying at Four Seasons HMB for "meetings" (= golf, whisky... — read more
SJVBU looks the strongest
Least affected by layoffs. So far only 56. Business looks strong. Opinion?
Severance Pay Benefit...
The Severance Pay Benefit is based on two weeks of regular earnings for each year of SESP Eligibility Service, prorated for completed months. Generally, SESP eligibility Service is calculated from your most recent hire date. It may also include... — read more
Severance and taxes
Just wondering about the tax implications of a lump sum severance payment in 2015- is there any way to delay payment until 2016? If I get laid off mid-Oct, then receive 60 days pay under WARN. Afterwards, I would have to sign a release to receive... — read more
Did anyone see Watsons new car? A Ford focus!
I shit my pants. He said with the hard times he wanted to cut back. Hard times getting 20 million a year. And does he really think that makes an impression? What a goofball! His uncoordinated rear end could not even get out of the car.
Chevron starts layoffs in Covington as oil price slides, the company has not disclosed how deep the cuts will bet
http://www.nola.com/business/index.ssf/2015/08/chevron_covington_layoffs.html
Chevron won't meet dividend payment for next three years unless it borrows long term debt or sales assets.
http://www.bidnessetc.com/50667-will-depressed-crude-oil-prices-bring-tears-to-chevron-corporation-investor/ You Will see Watson gone by the end of the year. BET ON IT! Chevron will borrow long term which will push investors in a panic and stock... — read more
CSOC Feedback solution
End of month coming? CSOC feedback quota not met? Fed up with this ridiculous requirement? Struggling to find what to say and to whom? Don't worry - just use the "Random CAI Generator" and you are set! Just select 4 random letters, somebody in the... — read more