Cheapest company in america - OUTSIDE SALES Fastenal Employee Review

2.0
Jul 2, 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

You will get a crash course in the business world.... simply put, ur going to learn if u put ur mind to it

Cons

So cheap they dont even do a background/drug test cause they dont want to pay for it, so basically you can be a complete criminal and you will get hired if you pass the interview process... favoritism exist!!!commission structure is terrible, and compensation is laughable..

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5.0
Apr 30, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good job to have during college. People are easy going and easy to get along with. Overall really good experience

Cons

Gets repetitive after a while

4.0
Jul 9, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Great company culture, love the investment they put in for career advancement. Great people to work with, CEO is amazing but he's stepping down this month. Benefits are good. Decentralized organization so your ideas and solutions actually get listened to and implemented. Feel like I'm actually making a difference in the company.

Cons

Pay is lower than the industry average for most departments and they don't keep up with the cost of living, don't do bonuses (unless you're in sales) or pay raises. You have to ask to get one and most times they say no. Very male dominant at the branches and in sales, but many women in corporate leadership. Don't have any DEI initiatives. Not flexible on relocation for internal management roles, have to be at corporate HQ in Winona, MN.

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