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Harbor Freight Tools

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Harbor Freight Tools reviews

3.6

63% would recommend to a friend

(3,450 total reviews)
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Eric Smidt

67% approve of CEO

58% positive business outlook

Harbor Freight Tools has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 3,450 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Harbor Freight Tools employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

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3K reviews
4.0
Jul 28, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Benefits are some of the best for positions that I have seen Some stores have a great sense of belonging depending on leadership

Cons

Work life balance can be bad in some stores Communications with corporate is one way and not always thought through Make a mistake and you are gone

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Harbor Freight Tools Response
10mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We want you to know that your feedback is valuable, as we continue to build the best place to work and shop. Thank you for all your contributions at our Petaluma, CA store and we wish you best of luck on your career journey.
3.0
Jul 22, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Pay, discounts, customers, scheule is family friendly

Cons

Many sexist bosses for women trying to climb the ladder.

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Harbor Freight Tools Response
11mo
Thank you for your feedback. Harbor Freight Tools is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for applicants, Associates, and its customers. We encourage any Associates to contact their HR partners for any concerns. Thank you for your hard work in Palatka, FL and we wish you all the best.
4.0
Jul 22, 2025

Great Pace

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Pay Scale, Product, Hours, People

Cons

Weekend schedule, payroll cuts, turn over.

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Harbor Freight Tools Response
11mo
Thank you for sharing your feedback. Your input is valued and appreciated. We are happy to have leaders who can inspire and lead by example as we continue to make Harbor Freight the best place to work and shop. Thank you for your continued hard work in Baton Rouge, LA.
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