CLEVELAND — Editor's note: The video in the player above is from a story published on May 5, 2021.
On Monday, Sheetz announced that it will raise wages by $2/hour for its over 18,000 employees, effective May 21.
According to a release sent to 3News, the restaurant and convenience chain company, which currently operates more than 600 stores in the United States, is calling the move a '$50 million annual investment.'
Additionally, Sheetz also will provide an extra $1/hour to employees this summer between May 21 through September 23.
“To attract and retain top talent, we know we need to continue to invest in our employees,” said Travis Sheetz, President/COO of Sheetz. “That investment includes more than just competitive wages. We provide career growth opportunities and a clear path to promotion so life at Sheetz can be not just a job, but a career.”
The company is also currently looking to fill more than 2,000 open positions across the country. Interested applicants can find more information here.
Sheetz was recently named one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For by Fortune and Great Place to Work. The company boasts that it offers competitive pay and benefits, including medical and dental insurance, tuition reimbursement, quarterly bonuses, vacation time, and even 12 weeks of fully paid time off for new mothers.
Editor's note: the video in the player above is from a story published Nov. 4, 2020.