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16 B E S T P L A C E S TO W O R K 2 0 1 9 MEDIUM EMPLOYER (50 - 249 U.S. EMPLOYEES) MEDIUM EMPLOYER (50 - 249 U.S. EMPLOYEES) Maine State Credit Union Generous learning and development opportunities M aine State Credit Union is an organization where everyone is an empowered leader, all working together to get the job done while having fun and supporting one another. Here are some actual employee quotes about what makes MSCU a great place to work: • " O u r o v e r t and focused as- piration to be a learning organiza- tion makes this a fabulous place to work. I don't know of any organiza- tion our size that is so generous with learning and development opportunities." • "A culture of teamwork, support, inclusion and learning. Many oppor- tunities to grow and a really pleasant environment. Lots of little things done for employees." • "We are given ample opportunities to share our thoughts, give feedback, and pitch new ideas or innovations at every level … and people will listen!" • "I have a second family here. From co-workers to supervisors, I feel sup- ported and cared about every day!" MSCU strives to create an environment of safety around failure and learn- ing from mistakes. As another employ- ee observed, "It felt strange because I made mistakes and instead of be- ing bullied down or fired, I was given more training and more support." Great development programs provide opportunities to grow, personally and professionally. A robust development program utilizes internal and external resources, while employees benefit both from Individual Development Plans and Team Development Plans. Coaching and mentoring are available and employees are encouraged to take on projects outside of their normal day- to-day routine. MSCU promotes from within when possible, and employees receive great benefits and pay. That in- cludes generous HSA employer contri- butions, pension plan, 401(k) matching and tuition reimbursement of $5,000 per year. Employee appreciation and employee recognition crews identify, develop and implement various events and programs, such as awards, BBQ, treats, special events and logo items. For example, the recognition crew recently launched a new program for departmental recognition known as The Ripple Effect. A department or team is recognized and celebrated each month. A themed annual employee banquet includes a meal, fun activities, and recognition and awards, and employees may bring a guest for the fun and celebration. Patriot Subaru of Saco 10-plus years on the job means a seven-day Caribbean cruise P atriot Subaru of Saco has done incredible things through the delivery of its mission statement: "To Serve. Our customers, our com- munity, our families and each other." All four elements make Patriot a great place to work. The goal is to develop the whole per- son, not just their work skill set. Leadership identi- fies key character- istics in associates and rewards them for executing and leading. Likewise, areas of weakness- es are recognized and associates are helped to develop them into strengths. If something goes wrong is an associate's life, Patriot has their back and helps beyond the boundaries of work. The company has hired people who have had addictions in their past, helped them continue their recovery and allowed time off to attend to their recovery. The result is a culture where leaders are promoted from within to take on even larger challenges. Patriot pays 100% of health, dental and vision plans while offering a discounted rate to families. Coverages include well- ness and pharmaceutical. The dealership offers a match to those investing in the retirement plan, in addition to its profit-sharing plan. Associate of the Month and Associate of the Year are nominat- ed by co-workers and supervisors. Monthly recipients receive a cash bo- nus, show tickets and their name en- graved on a plaque. Associate of the Year receives $5,000. All associates with 10- plus years on the job receive a seven-day Caribbean cruise for two in a suite with airfare, plus $500. The trip is conducted every five years. All Associates with five-plus years of service are invited to the Founders Club Dinner and served a first-class dinner and drinks at one of the area's finer restaurants. In addition, each associate receives a bonus check based on total number of years. Outings include picnics, bowling nights and base- ball games with family. Insane holiday parties include live music, awards, cock- tails and dinner for associates and their significant others — plus huge bonuses. Annual Ugly Sweater Day and Potluck Luncheon have become a true celebration, with full-fledged creativity and humor on display. The team is welcome to bring their dogs to work every day. It's a great stress reliever for everyone in the store. Last but not least — associates fire off the confetti popper for every car sold! Maine State Credit Union 200 Capitol St., Augusta, ME 04332-5659 Top local executive: Tucker Cole, President/CEO Number of Maine employees: 84 Web site: www.mainestatecu.org Patriot Subaru of Saco 769 Portland Road, Saco, ME 04072 Top local executive: Adam Arens, President/CEO Number of Maine employees: 78 Web site: www.patriotsubaru.com # 1 # 2 Maine State Credit Union main office employees celebrate March Madness 2019. A Service Technician organized the first "Cars and Coffee" Sunday event. Folks came from Maine, New Hampshire and even Vermont!