Does Xerox Hire Felons? Everything You Need to Know

Xerox is one of the biggest printing companies in the country. If you have the right experience, they could be an excellent source of employment — but does Xerox hire felons?

The job hunt can be hard for those with a record. That is why we at Successful Release make a point of going directly to the source, asking companies about their hiring policies. 

Our writers are experts on the job market, and some even have records themselves.

In addition to investigating hiring policies, we also look at other key questions such as the following:

• Does Xerox hire people with misdemeanors?
• Will they test for drugs?
• Does Xerox do background checks?

These are some of the things that may determine whether or not it’s possible to get a job at Xerox with a felony. Read on to learn all about this company’s approach to hiring.

Does Xerox hire felons?

Official company policy for hiring felons

As always, we reached out to Xerox to learn about their hiring policies. Unfortunately, they have yet to get back to us with a reply. We will continue reaching out to them in the hopes of getting an official response.

However, we have taken the liberty of doing some digging on our own. Does Xerox hire felons? From what we’ve learned online, it looks like they don’t have any policies that will keep them from doing so.

In all likelihood, their hiring approach will depend on the nature of the offense. However, until we hear back from the company we can’t really say more than that.

Has Xerox hired felons in the past?

Based on our findings, it looks like the company has indeed hired former felons in the past.

Does Xerox hire people with misdemeanors?

Given that Xerox is willing to hire former felons, it’s likely that they’re also open to hiring people with misdemeanors. While the nature of the offense is usually the biggest consideration, your chances of getting hired with a misdemeanor are pretty good.

Is Xerox on the Ban the Box list?

The Ban the Box Movement works hard to take questions about a candidate’s criminal history off of job applications. Unfortunately, when some employers learn that a candidate has been convicted of felonies, they dismiss them from the running. Ban the Box solves that problem.

The Fair Chance Business Pledge is similar. Businesses that take this pledge are promising not to discriminate in their approach to hiring.

Xerox actually has taken the Fair Chance Business Pledge, which is a great sign for former felons trying to find work there.

Does Xerox have special programs for hiring felons?

Some businesses do what they can to make it easier for former felons to get hired. For example, you will occasionally find job programs for recent parolees. These programs are regrettably scarce, but great opportunities all the same when they do come up.

Xerox does not have any, so that’s not how to get a job at Xerox with a felony unfortunately.

What are the odds someone with a felony will get hired?

Let’s consider everything we’ve gone over so far. While we haven’t heard from Xerox, our research indicates that they are willing to hire former felons, and have even done so in the past. Despite that, they don’t have any special programs. Nevertheless, their history is promising.

Based on what we know, we rate your chances as average. Once we hear back from the company, we may be able to improve that rating. Until then, approach the company with cautious optimism as you figure out how to get hired here.

What are some entry-level jobs?

We’ve also taken a look at some of the entry-level jobs you can find at Xerox. While they do have a corporate wing for higher-paying jobs, most of the entry-level positions involve either manufacturing and stocking shelves or answering customer concerns on a service line. In other words, customer service positions.

Hours may vary from location to location, but expect night and day shifts.

How to get hired at Xerox with a felony

Now that you know a little bit about the company, let’s see what it takes to get hired there.

No matter what job you are applying for, you always want to send a polished resume. In this case, the jobs involve either factory work or customer service. No matter what position you are applying for, you will want to tailor the application to highlight relevant skills.

Get creative in this department! For example, even though you may not have worked a call hotline for a printing company before, you may have logged similar customer service experience waiting tables at a restaurant. Any experience working on a line or sorting packages will go over well at Xerox as well!

If you are struggling with your resume, don’t beat yourself up. Some communities have job centers that are willing to look at your application and, in some cases, even provide interview-worthy attire to people in need.

Speaking of the interview, you’ll want to keep these tips in mind:

• Show up looking professional by wearing nice clothes and covering any tattoos or piercings. You’ll soon learn the policy on these things, but it’s best not to assume.
• Impress them with stories of your efficiency at work and ability to work under pressure.
• Give references! These are particularly useful if they are from the same industry or a past manager.
• Above all else, though, you need to be confident. The whole reason you are there is because they are impressed with your qualifications. This is your chance to show them just how qualified and competent you are!

Does Xerox do background checks?

Xerox does background checks.

However, what they learn will depend on where you live.

For example, in some states, background checks will only go back seven years. In these places, Xerox won’t learn about things that happened outside of that range:

• California
• Colorado*
• Kansas*
• Maryland*
• Massachusetts
• Montana
• Nevada
• New Hampshire*
• New York*
• Texas*
• Washington*

*sometimes certain pay or salary bracket positions require one.

Other places will only include convictions. In these places, Xerox won’t know about crimes you were found not guilty of:

• Alaska
• California
• Hawaii
• Indiana (limited check)
• Kentucky
• Massachusetts
• Michigan
• New York

Unfortunately, though, the majority of states still look at everything. In these places, Xerox will see your entire record:

• Alabama
• Arizona
• Arkansas
• Connecticut
• DC
• Delaware
• Florida
• Idaho
• Indiana (extensive check)
• Iowa
• Louisiana
• Maine
• Mississippi
• Missouri
• Nebraska
• New Jersey
• North Carolina
• North Dakota
• Ohio
• Oregon
• Rhode Island
• South Carolina
• Tennessee
• Utah
• Vermont
• Virginia
• West Virginia
• Wisconsin
• Wyoming

Company ratings

We’ve also tried to get a feel for what it is like to work at Xerox. To accomplish this, we went to glassdoor.com to look at their company ratings. Their company average was 2.9 out of 5 stars.

Their lowest rating was 2.5 for career opportunities. Their highest rating was 3.2 for work-life balance.

What felony convictions might have a hard time getting hired here?

Some convictions may be weighed more severely than others. For example, because customer service is involved in many of their positions, they probably will want to avoid violent or sexual offenders.

And, since heavy tools and equipment are involved in some positions, drug or alcohol convictions may also be barriers.

Does Xerox drug test?

It looks like the company will drug test.

Have you applied for a job or worked here? Share your experiences!

Our goal is always to keep our guides accurate and up-to-date. If you have experience with Xerox, we want to hear from you. Does Xerox hire felons? The more you can tell us, the better our information will be!