Companies That Hire Felons
Search 100 companies to find out if they hire people with felony records. We cover retail, food service, trucking, staffing agencies, manufacturing, hotels, healthcare, and more — updated regularly.
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7-Eleven is franchise-dependent. Many franchise owners hire people with records, especially for overnight shifts.
ABF Freight hires some people with records for dock worker positions. Teamsters union with good pay.
ABM Industries hires for facility services (janitorial, HVAC, parking). Known to hire people with records.
Academy Sports hires some people with records. Note: firearms department positions restricted for felons by federal law.
Ace Hardware stores are independently owned. Each owner sets hiring policies — many hire people with records.
Adecco is the world's largest staffing firm and places people with felony records in many roles.
Advance Auto Parts hires some people with records. Automotive expertise is valued. Distribution centers may be more accessible.
Aerotek places in manufacturing, engineering, and warehouse. Some client companies restrict felons.
Albertsons hires some people with records. Major grocery chain operating Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, and more.
ALDI runs background checks but hires some people with records. German-owned with efficient operations.
All My Sons runs a background check but frequently hires people with records for mover and helper roles.
Allied Universal has strict background requirements for security roles due to client contracts and licensing.
Alorica hires some people with records on a case-by-case basis, but the answer depends heavily on which client contract you're placed on.
Alsco is one of the more accessible employers for people with records, especially for production and laundry roles.
Amazon hires people with felony records for most warehouse and delivery roles. Background checks are individualized.
Amedisys has strict background requirements for home health and hospice roles.
Americold hires some people with records case by case.
Anheuser-Busch hires some people with records for brewery and warehouse positions.
Applebee's (Dine Brands) is franchise-dependent. Many franchise operators hire people with records.
Aramark hires for food and facility services. Familiar with justice-involved populations through correctional contracts.
Arby's (Inspire Brands) is franchise-dependent. Many locations hire people with felony records.
Asplundh runs background checks but has no blanket ban; local management has real discretion, and entry-level groundperson and trimmer roles hire
AT&T runs background checks for retail store and technician roles. Considers records individually.
AtWork is a national staffing franchise.
AutoZone is known to hire people with records for store associate and parts specialist roles.
Averitt considers applicants individually but its guidance generally looks for no felony conviction in the past 7 years.
Bass Pro Shops hires some people with records. Firearms department off-limits to felons by federal law.
Bealls hires some people with records. Florida-based retail chain with outlet stores.
BELFOR runs background checks and drug screens but reviews records case-by-case.
Belk hires some people with records. Southern department store chain with individualized assessment.
Best Buy is Ban the Box compliant with individualized assessment. Theft convictions are harder for sales roles.
Best Western hotels are individually owned. Each property sets its own hiring policies for people with records.
Big Lots hires some people with records for store associate and receiving positions. High turnover creates frequent openings.
Bimbo Bakeries USA hires some people with felony records on a case-by-case basis.
BJ's Wholesale conducts background checks but considers applicants individually. Warehouse and stocking roles are most accessible.
Boar's Head runs a criminal background check and a pre-employment drug screen and reviews records individually.
Bob Evans hires some people with records. Corporate-owned family restaurant with individualized assessment.
Bojangles is franchise-dependent. Early morning biscuit shifts create unique opportunities.
Boston Market hires some people with records. Rotisserie chicken chain with kitchen positions.
Bridgestone Americas conducts background checks but hires some people with records using individualized assessment.
BrightView runs background checks but hires people with records, especially for entry-level landscaping crews.
Brinker (Chili's parent) hires some people with records. Corporate casual dining operator.
Brookdale hires some people with records for dietary, housekeeping, and maintenance roles.
Buffalo Wild Wings is franchise-dependent. Many locations hire people with records for kitchen and server positions.
Burger King is 90%+ franchise-owned. Hiring policies vary by location but many franchisees hire felons.
Burlington hires some people with records. Off-price retailer with stock and receiving positions.
C.R. England reviews applicants with records case by case and openly aims to give eligible people a fresh start.
Cabela's (Bass Pro owned) hires some people with records. Same firearms restrictions apply.
Caliber openly states that a criminal background is not an automatic bar to employment and calls second-chance hiring part of its 'people mission.'
Capstone is widely regarded as one of the most accessible warehouse employers for people with records.
Captain D's is a Southern seafood chain known for being felon-friendly. Franchise owners frequently hire people with records.
Cargill is a large food/agriculture company that hires some people with records for plant and production roles.
Carl's Jr. is franchise-operated and felon-friendly. Many Western US locations hire people with records.
CarMax conducts background checks but does not automatically reject people with records.
Carolina Cargo is one of the trucking industry's best-known second-chance employers.
Carvana hires people with records, and its inspection and reconditioning centers are widely reported as especially open.
Casey's hires some people with records. Corporate-owned Midwest chain with significant pizza operations.
Caterpillar considers records individually for manufacturing and equipment roles.
CEVA Logistics hires some people with records for warehouse roles. Client site requirements vary.
Cheddar's hires some people with records. Darden-owned casual dining with kitchen opportunities.
Chick-fil-A is franchise-operated and more selective, but some locations do hire people with records.
Chili's hires some people with records. Brinker International corporate-owned with kitchen roles most accessible.
Chipotle hires some people with records. All corporate-owned with strong promote-from-within culture. Crew to GM path.
Choice Hotels (Comfort Inn, Quality Inn, Econo Lodge) properties hire some people with records. Franchise-dependent.
Church's Chicken is one of the most felon-friendly fast food chains. Many locations hire without formal background checks.
Cintas hires for uniform services, delivery driving, and production. Background check required.
Circle K hires people with records for store positions. 24/7 operations create consistent staffing needs.
Clean Harbors hires for environmental services and hazmat roles. CDL positions available.
Coca-Cola bottlers hire some people with records for warehouse and production. Each bottler is independent.
College Hunks franchises run background checks and drug screens but hire case-by-case, and employee reports say many locations hire people with
Comcast hires for technician and call center roles. Background check required, individualized assessment.
Compass Group is the world's largest food service company. Operates Chartwells, Eurest, Levy, and more.
Conagra Brands runs background checks and a drug screen after an offer but hires people with records for plant and warehouse roles.
Concentrix runs a criminal background check on every hire and reviews records case-by-case.
Conduent hires some people with records on a case-by-case basis, often using a roughly 7-year felony-free guideline.
Cook Out is widely regarded as one of the most felon-friendly fast food chains. Corporate-owned with no background checks for crew.
Copart hires case by case but the screening is strict, and because the job means handling vehicles, keys, and titles, theft and property convictions
Costco does background checks but considers records individually. Known for second-chance hiring in warehouses.
Covanta (Reworld) hires some people with records for plant operations and maintenance.
Covenant is one of the trucking companies most openly associated with second-chance hiring, with a published time-based policy: felonies older than 5
Cracker Barrel is corporate-owned with individualized assessment. Kitchen roles may be more accessible.
Crete Carrier reviews applicants with records case-by-case using an individualized assessment.
CRST is known as one of the most felon-friendly trucking companies. Offers paid CDL training.
Culver's is franchise-dependent. Many Midwest franchise owners hire people with records for crew positions.
Cummins conducts background checks but has a reputation for giving people with records a fair chance.
CVS is Ban the Box compliant and considers records individually. Pharmacy roles have stricter requirements.
Dairy Queen is franchise-dependent. Many franchise owners hire people with records for crew positions.
Darden (parent of Olive Garden, LongHorn, Cheddar's) hires some people with records across brands.
Davey Tree runs background checks but hires people with records for ground and climbing crews; multiple employees report being hired with felonies.
DaVita hires for dialysis/kidney care roles. Patient care technician positions are accessible entry points.
Del Taco is franchise-dependent. California fair chance laws apply at most locations.
Denny's is franchise-dependent. 24/7 operations create unique opportunities, especially overnight shifts.
DHL hires people with records for package handler and warehouse positions. Driver roles have stricter requirements.
Discount Tire does not automatically reject applicants with felony records and does not ask about convictions on its application.
Dollar General conducts background checks but is known to hire people with non-violent felony records.
Dollar Tree conducts background checks but hires many people with records. Also owns Family Dollar.
Domino's is franchise-dependent. Many locations hire people with records. In-store roles are more accessible than delivery.
DoorDash runs background checks on all Dashers. Most non-violent felonies older than 7 years are accepted.
DriveTime hires some people with records case by case, but it runs deep background checks (often 10+ years) and handles customer financing, so theft
Dunkin' is franchise-dependent. Many locations hire people with records, especially for early-morning shifts.
El Pollo Loco hires some people with records. California fair chance laws provide strong protections at most locations.
Elwood Staffing places people with records on a case-by-case basis and is frequently named among the more second-chance-friendly temp agencies.
EMCOR runs background checks and drug tests and has not adopted ban-the-box hiring, but its local subsidiaries hire case by case.
Employbridge does not automatically disqualify applicants with records.
Estes Express hires for dock worker and freight handler positions. Family-owned LTL carrier with 250+ terminals.
Express Employment is very felon-friendly. Locally owned franchises place in warehouse, industrial, and office.
Extended Stay America hires some people with records. Housekeeping and maintenance roles available.
Family Dollar (Dollar Tree subsidiary) hires people with records for store associate roles. Theft convictions may disqualify.
FedEx Ground contractors frequently hire people with records. FedEx Express has stricter requirements.
Firehouse Subs is franchise-dependent. Many franchise owners hire people with records for sandwich maker positions.
Firestone is corporate-owned by Bridgestone and runs thorough state and national background checks.
Five Below hires some people with records. Fast-growing discount retailer with frequent new store openings.
Five Guys hires some people with records. Mix of corporate and franchise locations. Pays above typical fast food wages.
Flowers Foods runs a formal Second Chance employment program at all of its baking plants and actively hires people with criminal records.
Food Lion hires people with records for grocery store positions. Part of Ahold Delhaize. Night stocking is most accessible.
Foot Locker hires some people with records. Athletic retailer valuing sneaker knowledge.
Ford considers applicants individually for manufacturing. UAW union provides additional job protections.
Foundever (formerly Sitel) screens strictly, and many applicants with records report being turned away.
Frito-Lay (PepsiCo) hires some people with records for warehouse and production positions.
G4S (now Allied Universal) has strict security licensing requirements. Felons cannot hold armed security positions.
GameStop hires some people with records. Video game retailer valuing product knowledge.
Most GardaWorld jobs are licensed security roles, and nearly every state can deny a guard license over a felony — especially for armed, violent,
GE Appliances is one of the more approachable large manufacturers for second-chance applicants.
General Mills states a criminal record is not an automatic disqualifier and follows EEOC guidance.
GM considers records individually for manufacturing roles. UAW union plants offer additional protections.
Georgia-Pacific (Koch Industries) hires for paper and building products manufacturing. Considers records individually.
Gerber requires a criminal background check for certain positions but does consider applicants with felony records.
GFL Environmental hires some people with records on a case-by-case basis.
Giant Eagle hires some people with records. Major Pittsburgh-based supermarket chain.
Golden Corral is franchise-dependent. Buffet model creates high back-of-house staffing needs. Kitchen roles most accessible.
Goodwill is one of the most felon-friendly employers. Their mission includes helping people with barriers to employment.
Goodyear uses individualized review instead of an automatic disqualification, but enforces a strict drug policy and requires a pre-employment drug
Gopuff runs background checks on delivery drivers. Instant delivery service with flexible hours.
Gordon Food Service hires some people with records. Largest private food distributor with retail stores.
Grubhub runs background checks on delivery drivers. DUI and violent felonies are disqualifying.
GXO runs a pre-employment background check and drug test but uses an individualized assessment rather than a blanket ban.
H-E-B is a Texas-based grocer known to give second chances. Warehouse and in-store roles available.
Habitat ReStore actively hires people with records as part of its nonprofit mission. Over 900 locations nationwide.
Harbor Freight hires some people with records. Discount tool retailer with 1,400+ stores and growing.
Hardee's is franchise-operated and known to be felon-friendly. Many locations hire people with records for crew positions.
HCA Healthcare has strict background requirements for patient-facing roles. Non-clinical roles may be more accessible.
HCSG hires some people with records for housekeeping, laundry, and dining roles, but because staff work inside nursing homes, certain convictions are
Heartland Express hires some people with records after waiting periods. Short-to-medium haul focus.
Hilton runs background checks but uses individualized assessment. Back-of-house roles more accessible.
Hire Dynamics is a light-industrial staffing agency.
Hirschbach reviews felony convictions case-by-case with no blanket ban.
Hobby Lobby runs background checks but considers applicants individually. Privately held, corporate-owned stores.
Home Depot considers applicants with records individually. Theft and violent felonies may be disqualifying.
HomeGoods (TJX Companies) hires some people with records. Same policies as TJ Maxx and Marshalls.
Hooters hires some people with records. Kitchen and back-of-house positions are most accessible.
Hormel Foods conducts background checks but hires people with records for production and warehouse roles.
Hot Topic hires some people with records. Pop culture retailer valuing personality and product knowledge.
Huddle House is known as felon-friendly. Southern diner chain similar to Waffle House.
Hy-Vee is employee-owned and hires some people with records. Midwest supermarket chain.
Hyatt has second-chance hiring initiatives and considers applicants with records individually.
IHG hotels are mostly franchised. Individual hotel owners set their own hiring policies.
IHOP (Dine Brands) is franchise-dependent. Many locations hire people with records for kitchen and server roles.
In-N-Out conducts background checks but uses individualized assessment. California fair chance laws apply to most locations.
Instacart runs background checks on all shoppers. Non-violent felonies older than 7 years may be accepted.
Integrity Staffing conducts background checks but states that no one is automatically disqualified.
ISS hires some people with records for janitorial and facility services. Client site requirements vary.
J.B. Hunt considers applicants with records after waiting periods. CDL training programs available.
Jack in the Box is franchise-dependent. Late-night operations create staffing needs that benefit applicants with records.
Jason's Deli hires some people with records. Family-owned deli chain with consistent policies.
JBS USA is felon-friendly. The world's largest meat company actively hires people with records.
JCPenney uses individualized assessment. Seasonal and stockroom positions are most accessible.
Jersey Mike's is franchise-dependent. Many franchise owners hire people with records.
Jiffy Lube service centers are 100% franchise-owned, so hiring is decided locally.
Jimmy John's is franchise-dependent. Many locations hire people with records for in-store sandwich maker positions.
John Deere considers records individually for agricultural equipment manufacturing and dealer roles.
KBS runs background checks but hires many people with records — janitorial and overnight cleaning is one of the more accessible fields after a
Kelly Services is one of the most felon-friendly staffing agencies. Places in warehouse, manufacturing, and office roles.
Keurig Dr Pepper runs a background check (typically a seven-year lookback) plus a pre-employment drug screen and reviews records individually.
KFC (Yum! Brands) franchise owners set hiring policies. Many locations hire people with records.
Kindred hires some people with records for non-clinical support roles. Clinical positions heavily regulated.
KLLM evaluates criminal records on a case-by-case basis.
Knight-Swift hires some people with records after waiting periods. Largest truckload carrier in North America.
Kohl's is Ban the Box compliant with individualized assessment. E-commerce fulfillment and stock positions available.
Kraft Heinz conducts background checks and a drug screen after interviews but hires people with records for plant and warehouse roles.
Kroger hires people with records for many store and warehouse positions. Pharmacy roles are more restricted.
La Quinta hires some people with records. Wyndham-owned franchise hotels.
Labor Finders specializes in day labor and construction. Very felon-friendly with same-day pay available.
Landstar uses independent agents and owner-operators. Agent-dependent hiring policies.
Les Schwab runs background checks, drug tests, and driving-record checks, and hiring of people with records is handled case-by-case and varies by
Lineage hires people with records at many of its cold-storage warehouses on a case-by-case basis.
Little Caesars is franchise-dependent. Many franchise owners hire people with records for crew and pizza maker positions.
LKQ conducts background checks but has no blanket no-felon policy.
Long John Silver's is franchise-dependent. Many franchise locations hire people with records for crew positions.
LongHorn hires some people with records. Darden-owned steakhouse with kitchen roles most accessible.
Love's hires some people with records. Truck stop chain with cashier, food service, and tire tech positions.
Lowe's uses individualized assessment. Some positions involving driving or equipment have stricter checks.
Lowes Foods hires some people with records. Carolina-based grocery chain (not Lowe's hardware).
Lyft runs background checks through Checkr with 7-year lookback. Similar policies to Uber.
Macy's has been Ban the Box compliant since 2014. Individualized assessment considers time elapsed and rehabilitation.
Manpower (ManpowerGroup) is known felon-friendly and places people with records in many industries.
Marco's Pizza is franchise-dependent. Many franchise owners hire people with records.
Marriott is the largest hotel chain with fair chance hiring pledges. Considers applicants individually.
Mars conducts background checks on all applicants and hiring reports are mixed.
Marshalls (TJX Companies) hires some people with records. Ban the Box compliant with individualized assessment.
Marten states it considers all applicants and performs an individualized assessment of any conviction — weighing rehabilitation, recency, and
Maverick reviews felony records case-by-case with a strong safety focus.
Mavis runs a standard background check on every hire and reviews records individually.
Maximus hires some people with records but, as a large government-services contractor, screening is stricter than in retail.
McDonald's franchise owners set their own hiring policies. Many locations do hire people with records.
Meijer hires people with records for store and distribution center positions. Privately owned Midwest supercenters.
Meineke shops are independently franchised, so hiring people with records is decided location by location.
Melton hires drivers with records case-by-case, but generally requires a felony to be several years old (commonly 5+ years) and screens out recent
Menards hires some people with records but requires both background checks and drug tests. Above-average retail pay.
MGM Resorts hires some people with records for non-gaming hospitality positions.
Michaels hires some people with records. Arts and crafts retailer with frame shop positions.
Midas locations are franchised and locally owned, so each operator sets its own hiring policy.
Mission Foods hires some people with felony records on a case-by-case basis.
Molson Coors runs a comprehensive background check and drug screen after a conditional offer, but follows Fair Chance and EEOC guidance with an
Monro is an equal-opportunity employer that reviews applicants individually, and it is widely reported to be one of the more open auto-service chains
Motel 6 hires some people with records. Budget hotel with housekeeping and maintenance roles.
NAPA has corporate and independent stores. Independent stores may be more flexible with hiring people with records.
Nesco Resource places people with records on a case-by-case basis and is described by workers as felon-friendly for light-industrial roles.
NFI Industries hires for warehouse and logistics roles. Privately held with individualized background assessment.
Noodles & Company hires some people with records. Corporate-owned fast casual.
Nordstrom is Ban the Box compliant with fair chance hiring. Nordstrom Rack and stock positions most accessible.
Nucor does not automatically disqualify applicants with felony records, but decisions are made individually based on the severity and recency of the
O'Reilly Auto Parts considers applicants individually. Automotive knowledge is highly valued and can outweigh background concerns.
Office Depot hires some people with records. Office supply retailer with tech and stock positions.
Old Dominion is an LTL carrier with dock worker and driver roles. Background check required.
Olive Garden (Darden Restaurants) is corporate-owned and considers applicants individually with background checks.
Ōnin Staffing encourages everyone to apply and hires on a case-by-case basis, guided by a strong second-chance culture.
OnTrac runs a background check and pre-employment drug screen on all hires, but uses case-by-case review.
Orkin runs strict background checks and reports indicate felonies and certain misdemeanors commonly disqualify applicants.
Outback Steakhouse hires some people with records. Part of Bloomin' Brands with individualized assessment.
PACCAR conducts background checks but evaluates applicants with records case-by-case.
PAM Transport hires people with records case by case, weighing the offense, time passed, and job sought — an EEOC-style individualized review.
Panda Express hires some people with records. Mostly corporate-owned with consistent policies and strong career growth.
Panera Bread hires some people with records. Baker positions (early morning hours) are the most accessible.
Papa John's is franchise-dependent. Many franchise owners hire people with records for in-store and delivery positions.
Penske hires for warehouse and logistics roles. Truck driving positions require clean CDL records.
PeopleReady is one of the most felon-friendly staffing agencies. Same-day work and pay available through JobStack app.
Pep Boys hires people with records for tire and service technician roles. Automotive skills are highly valued.
PepsiCo considers applicants individually for warehouse and driver roles. CDL positions available.
Perdue Farms has signed the Fair Chance Business Pledge and regularly hires people with records for poultry processing, packaging, and sanitation
Perkins hires some people with records. Bakery positions with early morning shifts are often easiest to get.
PetSmart hires some people with records. Pet retailer with grooming academy and store positions.
Piggly Wiggly is independently owned franchise stores. Policies vary by owner.
Pilgrim's Pride is felon-friendly. Poultry processing plants hire people with records.
Pilot Flying J hires some people with records. Largest truck stop chain with diverse positions.
Pizza Hut (Yum! Brands) is franchise-dependent. Delivery drivers need clean driving records.
Planet Fitness is franchise-dependent. Overnight custodian positions are the most accessible for people with records.
PODS runs a standard background check and hires some people with records case-by-case.
Pollo Tropical hires some people with records. Florida-based Caribbean restaurant chain.
Popeyes is franchise-dependent. Many franchise owners hire people with records for crew positions.
Prime Inc. reviews criminal records case-by-case and states an affirmative answer about a criminal record will not automatically deny employment.
ProLogistix requires a background check, drug test, and E-Verify, but evaluates records case-by-case — weighing the offense, time passed, and
Publix is employee-owned and considers applicants individually. Florida-based with Southeast locations.
QuikTrip hires some people with records but requires drug testing. Known for high pay and benefits in the convenience store sector.
Raising Cane's hires some people with records. All corporate-owned with strong employee culture and career growth.
Rally's/Checkers is very felon-friendly. Double drive-through format with high turnover and constant hiring needs.
Randstad is a large staffing firm. Policies depend on client company requirements for each placement.
Red Lobster hires some people with records. Kitchen and dishwasher positions are the most accessible.
Republic Services is very felon-friendly, similar to Waste Management. CDL driver and laborer roles available.
Roadie (UPS-owned) runs Checkr background checks. Non-violent felonies older than 7 years may be accepted.
Robert Half focuses on office and professional roles. More restrictive for financial positions.
Roehl has no blanket ban on hiring people with records and reviews each application individually.
Ross runs background checks but considers applicants individually. Distribution centers may be more accessible.
Roto-Rooter is an equal opportunity employer that runs criminal, driving, and drug screens but reviews records individually.
Ruby Tuesday hires some people with records. Casual dining chain with kitchen roles most accessible.
Rue21 hires some people with records. Teen fashion retailer with relaxed hiring practices.
Rumpke is an equal-opportunity employer that hires some people with records on a case-by-case basis.
Ryder hires for warehouse and mechanic roles. Driver positions have stricter background requirements.
Safelite runs background checks, drug tests, and driving-record checks.
Safeway (Albertsons-owned) runs background checks but considers records individually. Grocery and warehouse roles.
Saia hires some people with records. LTL carrier with dock and driver positions.
The Salvation Army actively hires people with criminal records as part of their rehabilitation mission.
Sam's Club (Walmart-owned) has similar hiring policies to Walmart. Case-by-case background review.
Sanderson Farms — now part of Wayne-Sanderson Farms, the third-largest U.S.
Save-A-Lot hires some people with records. Discount grocery in working-class communities.
Schneider considers felons case-by-case. Offers CDL training and team driving options.
Sears hires some people with records at remaining locations and home services division.
Securitas has strict requirements for security positions due to state licensing. Non-security roles may be available.
ServiceMaster hires some people with records for cleaning and restoration through franchise locations.
SERVPRO is a franchise system, so hiring is decided by each independently owned location.
Sheetz hires some people with records. Family-owned with competitive pay and Made to Order food service operations.
Shipt (Target-owned) runs background checks. Non-violent older records may be accepted.
Shoney's hires some people with records. Southern family restaurant with kitchen positions.
Smithfield Foods is a felon-friendly employer. Meat processing plants actively hire people with records.
Sodexo is a recognized second-chance employer in food and facility services. Works with reentry programs.
Sonic Drive-In is franchise-dependent. Many locations hire people with records for carhop and kitchen roles.
Southeastern Freight Lines reviews applicants individually and requires passing a background check and a drug-and-alcohol test.
Spherion is a felon-friendly staffing agency. Franchise offices place people with records in light industrial and warehouse roles.
Sprouts hires some people with records. Natural grocery chain with 400+ stores growing rapidly.
Staffmark places people with records as long as it has clients willing to hire them.
Stanley Steemer runs criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, and drug screens, but hires some people with records case-by-case.
Staples hires some people with records. Office supply retailer with copy center and stock positions.
Starbucks is a recognized second-chance employer and actively hires people with criminal records.
Steak 'n Shake is known as felon-friendly. 24/7 operations with constant staffing needs.
Steel Dynamics conducts background checks and a drug screen but has no blanket ban on hiring people with records.
Stericycle hires some people with records for waste processing and collection positions.
Stevens' published qualifications list no felony convictions, but in practice recruiters review records case-by-case — older non-violent felonies
Subway is 100% franchise-owned. Policies vary enormously by location — apply to multiple stores.
Sunrise hires some people with records for non-clinical support positions.
Surge Staffing places people with records depending on the assignment.
Swift is known in the second-chance community as more felon-friendly than most trucking companies.
Sysco hires for warehouse and delivery positions. CDL drivers needed — background check required.
Taco Bell (Yum! Brands) is mostly franchise-owned. Many locations hire people with records.
Taco Cabana hires some people with records. Texas-based 24-hour Mexican chain.
Take 5 hires many entry-level technicians and does not screen out applications by record, but it runs a thorough background check after the offer.
Target uses individualized assessment for applicants with records. Ban the Box compliant nationwide.
Teleperformance (TP) runs a background check going back about 7 years and hires people with records case-by-case.
Terminix conducts background checks but hires some people with records on a case-by-case basis.
Texas Roadhouse hires some people with records. Corporate-owned steakhouse with competitive pay.
TForce Logistics (formerly UPS Freight) hires for warehouse and delivery roles. Dock worker positions most accessible.
TGI Friday's hires some people with records. Mix of corporate and franchise locations.
Hershey runs a criminal background check and a pre-employment drug screen on every hire and reviews records case by case.
The UPS Store is franchise-owned (separate from UPS). Many franchise owners hire people with non-violent records.
TJ Maxx (TJX Companies) is Ban the Box compliant and uses individualized assessment for applicants with records.
TMC reviews criminal records case-by-case but applies stricter minimum standards than many carriers — no DUIs in the last 10 years, and felonies are
Tractor Supply hires some people with records. Largest rural lifestyle retailer with 2,200+ stores.
Trader Joe's runs background checks but is known for inclusive hiring and competitive crew pay.
Trillium Staffing is felon-friendly, placing people with records in industrial, warehouse, and skilled trade positions.
TruGreen runs background checks and reviews records case-by-case; a conviction does not automatically disqualify you.
TTEC hires some people with records on a case-by-case basis, but it depends on the client program you're placed on.
Two Men and a Truck franchises run background checks and drug screens but hire for attitude and train for skill.
Tyson Foods is one of the most felon-friendly large employers. Meat processing and production roles widely available.
U-Haul is known to hire some people with records for store and moving helper roles.
U.S. Xpress hires people with records on a case-by-case basis.
Uber runs background checks on all drivers. Some felony convictions within the past 7 years are disqualifying.
UniFirst hires some people with records, especially for production and loader roles.
UPS hires felons for package handler roles. Driver and management positions have stricter background requirements.
US Foods hires for warehouse and delivery roles. Food distribution with CDL driver opportunities.
USPS is a federal employer with strict background requirements. Most felony convictions are disqualifying.
Valvoline hires some people with records. Quick-lube chain with technician positions. Training provided.
Veho screens every driver with a criminal and motor-vehicle background check, but reviews records case-by-case.
Vestis (formerly Aramark Uniform Services) runs background checks but hires some people with records, especially in production and laundry plant
Village Inn hires some people with records. Franchise family dining in Mountain West and Midwest.
Waffle House is known to be very felon-friendly with high-volume hiring and 24/7 operations.
Walgreens hires people with records for non-pharmacy store roles. Pharmacy positions require clean records.
Walmart considers applicants with records on a case-by-case basis. Violent and theft-related felonies may disqualify.
Waste Connections hires some people with records on a case-by-case basis.
Waste Management is known as one of the most felon-friendly large employers, especially for CDL drivers and laborers.
Wawa hires some people with records. Employee-owned with competitive pay and benefits in the convenience store sector.
Wendy's is franchise-dependent. Many franchise owners are willing to hire people with felony records.
Werner hires some felons for OTR driving after waiting periods. Provides CDL training.
Western Express is widely known as one of trucking's more genuine second-chance carriers.
Whataburger hires people with records at many locations. 24-hour operations create overnight shift opportunities.
Whirlpool runs background checks and drug screens but has no blanket ban on hiring people with records.
White Castle is corporate-owned and felon-friendly. Uses individualized assessment with consistent policies at all locations.
Whole Foods (Amazon-owned) follows Amazon's fair chance approach. Background checks are individualized.
WinCo Foods is employee-owned and hires some people with records. Night stocking most accessible.
Wingstop is franchise-dependent. Growing brand with high-volume kitchen operations.
Winn-Dixie (Aldi-owned) hires some people with records. Southeastern grocery chain with individualized assessment.
Wyndham Hotels are franchise-owned. Budget brands (Days Inn, Super 8) tend to be most accessible for people with records.
XPO Logistics hires for warehouse and logistics roles. Drivers need clean records but warehouse is more accessible.
YRC Freight hires some people with records. LTL carrier with dock worker positions.
Zaxby's is franchise-dependent. Many Southeast franchise owners hire people with records.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What companies hire felons?
- Many large employers hire people with felony records, including Amazon, Walmart, Starbucks, Goodwill, Waste Management, The Salvation Army, and many more. The key factors are the type of conviction, how long ago it occurred, and the position you are applying for. Warehouse, food service, and construction jobs tend to be the most accessible.
- Do all employers run background checks?
- No. Not all employers run background checks, though most large companies do. Small businesses, restaurants, and local contractors are less likely to run formal background checks. In many states, employers cannot ask about criminal history on the initial application (Ban the Box laws). Background checks typically happen after a conditional job offer is made.
- What is Ban the Box?
- Ban the Box is a movement to remove the criminal history checkbox from job applications. Over 37 states and 150 cities have adopted Ban the Box laws, which prevent employers from asking about criminal records on the initial application. This means you get a fair chance to be evaluated on your qualifications first. The background check happens later — usually after a conditional offer.
- How far back do employer background checks go?
- Most employer background checks go back 7 years, though this varies by state. Some states (like California, New York, and Texas) limit reporting to 7 years for arrests that did not lead to conviction. Federal positions and jobs paying over $75,000/year may look back further. Felony convictions may show up indefinitely in some states, but many employers only consider the last 7-10 years.
- Can an employer reject me solely because of a felony?
- In many cases, no. The EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) requires employers to do an individualized assessment, considering the nature of the offense, time elapsed, and relevance to the job. A blanket policy of rejecting all applicants with felony records may violate federal anti-discrimination laws. If you believe you were unfairly rejected, you can file a complaint with the EEOC.
- What types of felonies make it hardest to find a job?
- Sex offenses, violent crimes, and theft/fraud convictions tend to be the most difficult. Sex offenses are disqualifying for most jobs involving minors or vulnerable populations. Violent felonies may disqualify you from roles involving customer interaction. Theft and fraud convictions are problematic for positions handling money or merchandise. However, the age of the conviction and evidence of rehabilitation matter significantly.
- Should I disclose my criminal record to employers?
- If asked directly (on an application or during an interview), you should be honest. Lying about your criminal history is often grounds for immediate termination if discovered later. In Ban the Box states, you are not required to disclose on the initial application. When you do disclose, briefly acknowledge the conviction, explain what you have learned, and focus on how you have changed and what you bring to the job.
- What rights do I have during the background check process?
- Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), employers must: (1) get your written consent before running a background check, (2) give you a copy of the report if they plan to take adverse action, and (3) give you time to dispute any inaccurate information before making a final decision. If an employer violates these steps, you may have legal recourse.