Is Builders FirstSource a good company to work for?

Builders FirstSource has an overall rating of 3.6 out of 5, based on over 809 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 61% of employees would recommend working at Builders FirstSource to a friend and 55% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Builders FirstSource have been left by employees working as Anonymous , Class A Truck Driver and Sales .

Does Builders FirstSource pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Builders FirstSource employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Builders FirstSource. This rating has decreased by 6% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Builders FirstSource?

61% of Builders FirstSource employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Builders FirstSource 3.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Builders FirstSource?

Inside Sales Representative (39) , Anonymous (28) , Outside Sales Representative (24) , Sales (14) , Truck Driver (14) , Manager (11) , Production Assembler (11) , Sales Associate (11) , Class A Truck Driver (10) , Load Builder (9) , Office Administrator (9) , Forklift Operator (8) , General Manager (8) , Inside Sales (8) , Material Handler (8)

What are the pros of working at Builders FirstSource according to real employee reviews?

"benefits are good but should be offered at time of hire without wait period" ((in 60 reviews)); "Good pay and they work with your schedule when needed" ((in 54 reviews)); "Great people to work with" ((in 37 reviews)); "Good coworkers and stuff like that" ((in 17 reviews)); "Nice manager and friendly" ((in 15 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Builders FirstSource according to real employee reviews?

"Training is minimal and needs improvement." ((in 18 reviews)); "Upper management is happy to manage by email but does little to support." ((in 16 reviews)); "Long hours starting from 6am" ((in 15 reviews)); "Long hours due to lack of planning/communication." ((in 10 reviews)); "the salary is low and I can't live a quality life with after tax earnings I get from the company" ((in 9 reviews))

What are employees saying about Builders FirstSource layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Builders FirstSource layoffs and their outlook for job security at Builders FirstSource in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Builders FirstSource locations?

Dallas , Denver , Houston , Charlotte , San Diego , Colorado Springs , Jacksonville , Irving , Pensacola , Raleigh , Cedar Park , Tampa , Atlanta , Austin , Schertz , Knoxville , Orlando , Manassas , Broken Arrow , Modesto , Las Vegas , Freeport , Groveland , Plant City , Charleston , Morrow , West Jordan , New York , College Station , Carrollton

Builders FirstSource reviews

3.6

61% would recommend to a friend

(772 total reviews)

Peter Jackson

76% approve of CEO

55% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (772 reviews)

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Builders FirstSource has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 772 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Builders FirstSource employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

772 reviews

1.0

Oct 27, 2022

Ok

Sales associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The people were amazing to work with

Cons

High turn over due to long hours. No commission pay.

5.0

Oct 27, 2022

Innovative and Growing

Human resources

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Builders FirstSource has had steady growth the past several years and has made acquisitions that are driving innovation in the industry and that position them well above any competitor. The culture is strong ... it really is a people-first company where co-workers are like family and they are committed to helping people grow their career. There are so many ways to make an impact here.

Cons

It's fast paced with a lot of projects always ongoing but if you thrive in that environment, you will love it because of the amazing culture.

4.0

Oct 25, 2022

Great place to move up

Market safety manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

This is one of the very few company's that you can still start from the bottom and work your way up. Good work life balance.

Cons

It can be a dangers line of work.

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