Our Culture

Our Values

Our values drive us in everything we do. A passion for excellence and respect for others are the most important tools in your toolbox, and at Harbor Freight, character matters.

Excellence

Continuous Improvement

Doing the Right Thing

Collaboration

Humility

Investment

Community

Who We Are

Our Mission

At Harbor Freight, our mission is to be the best place to work and the best place to shop.

Our History

Our Story

In 1977, Harbor Freight opened its doors with the goal of helping working people get the best value possible on top-quality tools they could trust. With our championship team of over 29,000 strong, Harbor Freight is now the leading discount tool retailer in the United States with millions of satisfied customers and over 1,550 store locations nationwide.

Our Associates and customers are at the heart of everything we do, which is why our mission is being the best place to work, and shop. Putting people first is, and will always be, our priority.

OUR PEOPLE STATEMENT

We value people above all else

We value who you are, what you’ve experienced and how you see the world. We know that our differences make us stronger and that high-performing people with a shared mission and values make us a championship team. 

Here’s what our people have to say about working at Harbor Freight:

Best Workplaces in Retail 2024
USA Today Consumer Service Champions 2024
TIME World's Best Brands 2024