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.

✅ Safety Boot Experts
We’re your trusted consultants, working hand-in-hand with top manufacturers to deliver exactly what your team needs.

✅ Brand Partnerships That Matter
Close relationships with leading brands mean better options, better quality, and boots built to work as hard as you do.

✅ Innovation on the Ground
From custom overshoes for railroads to our proven Snowgear line — we design with purpose, and improve with experience.

✅ 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.

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

👞 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.

🏬 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.

📦 Mail Order Program

• Perfect for high-volume needs or remote workforces.

• Employees browse our curated catalog or posters and submit orders via email or fax.

• Fast, efficient, and reliable fulfillment with the same attention to fit and compliance.

• Secure Online Ordering Forms

🌐 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.

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.

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.

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.