Well-run company with solid pedigree & Buffett backing, but leadership, diversity, and culture issues abound - Anonymous employee BNSF Railway Employee Review

3.0
Oct 5, 2014
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Job stability is a plus and a long-term career is possible. Generous vacation time and a strong pension program are strengths.

Cons

Bad leaders are often promoted and moved instead of being properly managed. There is a gross lack of diversity among leadership and common diversity concerns that haven't been addressed. There is also a strong sense of organizational arrogance.

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5.0
Jul 8, 2026
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Pros

-Great Benefits -People Forward culture -Railroad Retirement

Cons

-Some working policies are as forward as they can be for a railroad but are not as flexible compared to other industries

5.0
Jul 3, 2026
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Pros

Great people and strong coworkers across the organization. The company offers competitive pay, strong benefits, and good overall stability. There are many experienced employees who care about the work and are willing to help others succeed.

Cons

The organization can be very hierarchical, which sometimes makes it difficult to drive change or move quickly. Decisions often require multiple layers of approval, so it can take longer than expected to finalize direction or make progress. There is also limited flexibility compared to what many other companies offer, especially when it comes to working arrangements.

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