Is it hard to get a job at Fastenal?

No, it is not hard to get a job at Fastenal. Fastenal has locations in all 50 states across the United States as well as in Washington D.C., Guam, and Puerto Rico and is consistently hiring for positions that require minimal education and experience.

To get a job at Fastenal, you should apply online via the Fastenal career page. You will have to enter your email address and request that an application link be sent to you. Click on the link in the email you receive to start the application process.

Most positions at the company have one to two interviews during the hiring process and some positions may require you to complete one to two assessments during the interview process. Some positions will also require you to submit a letter of intent. You will also be required to pass a drug test and background check.

According to current and former employees, the interview questions are behavioral and personality based rather than technical. Most interviews last about 45 minutes and take place with the direct hiring manager.

You have to be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma to work for Fastenal; however, driver positions require that you be at least 21 years of age. Some corporate positions may also require a minimum of a bachelor's degree.

Warehouse associate positions are among the easiest to obtain at Fastenal. You must possess a current, full, valid driver's license as well as the ability to meet Fastenal's driving record requirements. You must be able to lift, slide, and carry packages that typically weigh between 25 and 50 pounds. Some packages may weigh 75 pounds or more.

You must be able to stand during the entire shift and move/lift 55 pounds. You must be able to bend, twist, and reach above your head consistently. The average annual wage is $25,000.

Driver positions are among the most difficult to obtain with Fastenal. These positions must comply with both company and federal guidelines.

For a DOT driver position, you must have a Class A commercial driver's license and a willingness to drive interstate routes across state lines. Experience operating a forklift is preferred, but not required.

Additional requirements for a DOT driver position include:

• A current Health Care or the ability to obtain one

• A current HazMat endorsement or the ability to obtain one

• Strong working knowledge of DOT regulations in regards to a DOT driver

• Maintain DOT regulated Drivers' Hours-of-Service

• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and maneuver up to 150 pounds

• Complete required DOT drug and alcohol screenings, road tests, employment verifications, and background checks

• Be able to average 10 to 12 stops on each route and unload the freight at each stop (the truck will be pre-loaded by warehouse employees before departure)

The average salary for a road driver is $73,000 per year.

Typical annual salary ranges for positions at Fastenal are:

• General manager: $65,000

• Outside sales representative: $47,000

• Developer: $72,000

• District manager: $101,000

The multitude of locations, minimal requirements for candidates, and average salaries for most positions make it relatively easy to get a job at Fastenal.