Ift's totally broke and no one knows how to fix it - Locomotive Engineer BNSF Railway Employee Review

1.0
Feb 19, 2011
Recommend
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Pros

The only reason anyone works here is for the pay, which hasn't keep pace with the economy

Cons

No schedule. You never know when you are going to work. The lineups are terrible and you are expected to be rested and ready for work 24/7 I have worked here 32 years and the management is terrible and no one is held accounable for their mistakes except the operating craft.

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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
Recommend
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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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