Employees say: "At Sheetz, the sense of family and community within the workplace is astounding. Whether I am talking with store employees, corporate support staff, middle-management to directors, or above to executives, everyone in this company seems to embody the same core DNA values the organization holds dear. For me, being genuine is a very special and rare attribute for a company to possess, both inwardly towards employees, and externally to the communities we serve. Sheetz has that 'realness' in abundance!"
Employees say:
"Sheetz has been a great place to work, their dedication to growth gives way to more opportunities for their employees to grow with them. Sheetz is dedicated to the people and the communities they conduct business in. This has been one of the best companies I have worked for."
Employees say:
"Our company is DRIVEN TO WIN and goes for any goal we collectively set with a fire and energy that is unmatched in other companies. At the same time, we're cared for and taken care of as if we were part of the Sheetz Family. The family knows me and things about my personal life and family that continually surprise me - I appreciate the feeling that I'm not just a number here."
One of Pennsylvania’s characteristic and beloved gas station chains, Sheetz convenience stores serve over 1.6 million customers daily at more than 720 locations across six states. With 26% of its workforce 21 years or younger, Sheetz provides opportunities for student-loan-free education. It offers free GED credentialing, and employees working an average of 16 hours are eligible for $5,250 of tuition reimbursement benefits.
Sheetz has also worked to show its appreciation in other ways, for instance the hectic shifts during busy summer months: Sheetz launched “Week of Thankz” in 2022, and in 2023, 350 support staff members signed up to help employees with store tasks. “I never knew something like this would make me feel so great. I literally couldn't stop smiling… I have never been a part of a company that did something like this, and I'm grateful that I am now,” an associate manager in Greensboro, N.C., said.
As part of the company’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility work, the company launched an I.D.E.A. advisory group called “I.D.E.A. Voices” to gather feedback and implement change in stores. In 2023, the group had more than 115 members. As part of their feedback, the group helped the company update its hair and hat policy to be more inclusive.
The family-owned and operated convenience restaurant chain has over 24,000 employees and celebrates its ninth year on the Best Companies to Work For list.
- Sheetz encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work and supports the diversity of its employees across BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and neurodiverse communities.
- Employees who work 1,000 hours a year can participate in the Sheetz Employee Stock Ownership Plan—that’s approximately 50% of its workforce.
- Show the Love Toolkits make it easy for managers to show their support for employees. The boxes include cards, posters, and coupons provided to managers to use at their discretion to celebrate their employees.
- Sheetz employees receive bonuses four times a year and profit-sharing bonuses in financially successful years (like 2022). Other benefits include relocation bonuses and access to pay prior to the biweekly payday.
- Employees facing financial hardship due to illness, injury, domestic abuse, funeral expenses, home catastrophe, or other personal struggles can apply to receive up to $2,500 per calendar year to assist. Managers are encouraged to help employees with the application process, and applications are reviewed by a committee to ensure equitable distribution of funds.
- “I believe that this company does an outstanding job in its culture environment,” one Sheetz employee said. “And the ability to work from home immensely helps in mental health, as well as family relationships.”
Employees say:
"The culture is amazing—the fact that you can have a virtual meeting and almost everyone takes the time to say thank you at the end says a lot. The way that everyone works together, and for the greater good of the company."
Employees say:
"Sheetz empowers us to be better people. The growth opportunities are fantastic. My life changed through my employment at Sheetz."
