Industrial Services
Industrial Services · Since 1947
Protect your team with Chet’s Shoes
For 50 years, Chet’s Shoes has specialized in safety footwear programs, working closely with manufacturers to offer boots tailored to our customers’ needs. Offering a wide variety of brands, including many made in the USA, Chet’s ensures a better fit and happier employees.
Our selection includes safety toe, non-safety toe, ESD, slip-resistant, non-marking, puncture-resistant, and metatarsal guard options, catering to diverse workplace requirements and budgets:
- Safety toe
- Non-safety toe
- ESD
- Slip-resistant
- Non-marking
- Puncture-resistant
- Metatarsal guard
Each customized program focuses on providing the best footwear for specific environments and conditions. With a proven history of delivering exceptional results, Chet’s Shoes is a trusted and reputable partner for businesses seeking quality safety footwear solutions.
What happens next
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Tell us about your team Share your headcount and safety requirements using the form.
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We build your program We match brands and styles to your safety standards and budget.
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Your crew gets fitted On-site in our mobile boot trucks, at our stores, or through our online ordering system.
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We keep it running New hires, reorders, exchanges and subsidy tracking are handled for you, with detailed purchase reports and invoicing tailored to your company.
- 1947Outfitting workers since
- 50Years of safety footwear programs
- 100+Years of combined industry know-how
Our promise
Outfitting your workforce with trusted safety footwear solutions since 1947
Since 1947, Chet’s Shoes Industrial Services has been a trusted partner in safety footwear, delivering expert fit, personalized service, and top-tier brands tailored to your team’s needs. With mobile boot trucks, local stores, online ordering, and customized programs, we make it easy to outfit your workforce with confidence. Discover why leading companies rely on Chet’s for quality, comfort, and exceptional support—every step of the way.
Why Chet’s?
Experience that fits. Service that lasts.
Since 1947, Chet’s has been the go-to name in industrial footwear. With over 100 years of combined industry know-how, we don’t just sell boots — we fit solutions.
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Safety Boot Experts
We’re your trusted consultants, working hand-in-hand with top manufacturers to deliver exactly what your team needs.
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Brand Partnerships That Matter
Close relationships with leading brands mean better options, better quality, and boots built to work as hard as you do.
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Innovation on the Ground
From custom overshoes for railroads to our proven Snowgear line — we design with purpose, and improve with experience.
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Service That Doesn’t Quit
Our dedicated customer service team supports you from order to delivery, with a small-business approach that puts you first.
From the factory floor to the job site — trust Chet’s to keep your crew covered.
Mobile boot trucks
Your workforce. Your location. Our mobile service.
Program management
Program management that works for you
At Chet’s, we make it easy to outfit your workforce with safety footwear that fits—literally and logistically. Our flexible distribution options, expert service, and full subsidy support ensure every employee gets the protection they need, without the hassle.
Distribution & ordering options
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Boot Truck Service Onsite mobile fitting
- Our fully stocked mobile boot trucks bring the store to your site—with a wide selection of styles and price points.
- Expert fitting on-site ensures your employees are safe and comfortable on the job.
- Free appointments available, scheduled at your convenience.
- Our fitters match employees with quality brands based on your company’s specific safety standards and budget.
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Retail Stores Local fitting option
- Two convenient locations in Spring Lake Park and Circle Pines, MN.
- Ideal for employees who prefer an in-store experience or can’t access the boot truck.
- Walk-ins welcome or schedule fittings in advance.
- Open six days a week, with evening hours until 8 pm Monday through Thursday.
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Online Ordering System
- Access a secure, customized online catalog with detailed product info and images.
- Easy-to-use electronic submission forms.
- All employee data is 100% secure, private, and never used for marketing.
- Orders are checked against your pre-approved styles and subsidy before they’re processed.
Subsidy Supervision
We help you stay in control of your footwear program.
- Chet’s monitors employee purchase history and sizing to ensure the subsidy is used appropriately.
- Only pre-approved styles and quantities are processed, including strict control over returns and exchanges.
Warranty & Satisfaction Guarantee
We stand behind every pair.
- Most brands offer a 30-day comfort guarantee—but we often go even further.
- If a warranty has expired, we review each case personally and often provide extended support.
- Your employees’ fit, comfort, and satisfaction are always our top priority.
Every industry
Engineered for the job – trusted work boots for every industry
Customized billing & invoicing
Chet’s Shoes streamlines your administrative workload with personalized invoicing solutions tailored to your company’s needs. Our advanced POS system tracks every transaction—by individual or company—enabling detailed reports on product performance, order history, and quantities by style. With less paperwork and more insight, managing your safety footwear program has never been easier.
Winter safety program
Chet’s proprietary Snowgear overshoes, originally developed for the railroad industry, have helped companies reduce slip-and-fall incidents and avoid costly liabilities for nearly two decades. Our comprehensive winter safety solutions also include pac boots and strap-on safety studs, providing reliable traction and protection in icy conditions. Let us build a custom winter program that keeps your team safe—and your business protected—all season long.
From the factory floor to the job site
Trust Chet’s to keep your crew covered. Tell us about your team and a member of our team will reach out to you shortly.
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