My experience is that it matters who you know not what you know. - Trainmaster BNSF Railway Employee Review

3.0
Mar 20, 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

The company is stable and is well aware of it's mission and direction. Rail volume will continue to grow and the company is positions itself well for the future. Many workers have over 30 years of service and the company will continue to hire new employees providing stable jobs with solid benefitts.

Cons

Many railroaders are third or forth generation employees. The culture is very unique and new employees may find it tough to transition and thrive in the 24/7 work enviorment. There is a perceptions that some are promoted based on who they know and/or who they are.

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5.0
Jun 24, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

This is a great place to start and grow your career, especially as an MT, with tons of opportunities to take on projects and explore what interests you. Leadership at every level is genuinely supportive and approachable, and people across the company are always willing to teach, mentor, and help you succeed. Compensation and benefits are competitive, and the Business Resource Groups really add to the sense of community and development.

Cons

There are so many opportunities that it can sometimes feel a little overwhelming figuring out what path to focus on. Balancing day-to-day work with all the development options can be a bit challenging depending on your role and workload.

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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