No mentoring. - Intern Fastenal Employee Review

1.0
Sep 8, 2010
Recommend
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Pros

Great distribution method which is helpful when you need a product quick.

Cons

I recieved basically no mentoring at all, which is one of the main reasons I took the job. I wasn't interested in nuts and bolts, but I think I really could have been if they would have guided me throughout the internship. From what I've seen/heard you do not get paid very well until you are a district manager. There is an increase in pay when you move from outside sales to general manager, but its moving from getting paid very little to average. If you are for sure taking the job and get a say in your location, pick an area that is surrounded by industrial businesses or is known for really high sales because it will be much easier to sell and you can make more money. If you are looking for a professional work environment, this really isn't the job you should consider. You get dirty and sweaty every day and unless you want to stay in the industrial business, you learn somewhat useless information.

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4.0
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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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