Between the long drives and the long lectures, I would only recommend this job to someone with no where else to go. - OUTSIDE SALES Fastenal Employee Review

2.0
Feb 12, 2012
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

* Availability to advance through the company in time * Easy to take time off when you need to * Very decentralized if that is your cup of tea

Cons

* The career process for the company focuses on only two things, how much you can sell, and how long you stick to it. There are hardly any instances where your hard work are appreciated and half of those times, the praise comes off as sarcastic from all levels of superiors. * While income is dependent on self progress, paychecks are dependent on the market in the area, how well the last OSP was in your territory, and just how lucky you are.

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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
Jul 9, 2026
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CEO approval
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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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