I made a lot of money, but... - Railroad Conductor BNSF Railway Employee Review

4.0
May 8, 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

BNSF did a lot for me financially. I worked there for 7 years, and it took a while to build seniority. However, I got to a place where I could work most of the jobs I wanted to.

Cons

If you are an educated person of color or a woman, and you don't have a friend or mentor that is going to take you to the top with them, then you should look elsewhere. I can vouch for some of the reviews above; there is a glass ceiling.

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5.0
Jul 8, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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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
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

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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