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Acme Tools was founded as Acme Electric Motor in 1948 and continues to be a family-owned operation with retail stores throughout North Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa. In 1999, Tool Crib of the North, Acme’s catalog and internet division, was acquired by Amazon.com. After rebranding as Acme Tools, we are now one of the premier retailers of tools and equipment, both in-store and online. We pride ourselves on having a growing, innovative E-Commerce department with a start-up atmosphere, allowing you to create and execute creative digital strategies with freedom and approach projects in unique ways.In 2013, Acme Tools expanded our line of construction and landscaping equipment through a new division, Acme Equipment. In 2023, Acme Tools opened a new distribution center in Burnsville, Minnesota to support our growing E-commerce customers throughout the U.S. Acme Tools offers various fields of work at the warehouse, retail, and corporate levels and opportunities for tradespeople and CDL drivers. As a family-owned company, we are growth-minded and employee-centered, promote a family-friendly work environment, and actively engage in our community.

Employees at Acme Tools can enjoy a variety of comprehensive benefits:

  • 100% Company Paid Group Life Insurance
  • Employee Discounts
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Traditional and Roth 401(k) Plans
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
  • 100% Company Paid Short and Long-term Disability Coverage
  • Generous PTO that Starts Accruing Day 1
  • Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Work Life Balance with Evenings, Sundays, and Holidays Off
EmployerAcme Tools
Founded1948
Employees650
HeadquartersGrand Forks, ND
Family Owned for Over 75 YearsThe Kuhlman family has led us for 3 generations
We Fix Your Tools & Equipment Too!Each store has a capable service department

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