Does Watco Companies pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Watco Companies employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Watco Companies. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Watco Companies?

66% of Watco Companies employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Watco Companies 3.5 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Watco Companies?

Railroad Conductor (12) , Conductor (10) , Operator (10) , Manager (9) , Engineer (6) , Switchman (6) , Customer Service Representative (5) , Account Manager (4) , Locomotive Engineer (4) , Locomotive Engineer/Conductor (4) , Safety Manager (3) , Supervisor (3) , Account and Administrative Coordinator (2) , Accountant (2) , Analyst (2)

What are the pros of working at Watco Companies according to real employee reviews?

"Good Benefits such as retirement" ((in 24 reviews)); "Good people to work with" ((in 21 reviews)); "They actually care about ALL team members" ((in 8 reviews)); "Railroad retirement" ((in 7 reviews)); "•decent money" ((in 7 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Watco Companies according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management more concerned about whose butt to kiss then actually managing crews." ((in 25 reviews)); "Upper management has lost touch with their sites and only concerned with spending." ((in 11 reviews)); "6 different managers in the last 3 years." ((in 6 reviews)); "Long hours, but it is railroading afterall" ((in 5 reviews)); "And to top it all the pay is terrible and they will not give you a raise unless you are a senior employee." ((in 5 reviews))

What are employees saying about Watco Companies layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Watco Companies layoffs and their outlook for job security at Watco Companies in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Watco Companies locations?

Pittsburg , Houston , Overland Park , Wichita , Kansas City , Birmingham , Madison , Osceola , Springdale , Tioga , Tuscaloosa , Oklahoma City , Toledo , Baton Rouge , Ferndale , Cherryvale , Linden , Wood River , Janesville , Tulsa , Hawesville , Wright , Austin , Freeport , Belle , Whiting , Keenesburg , Minden , Fitzgerald , Newark

Watco Companies reviews

3.5

66% would recommend to a friend

(286 total reviews)

Dan Smith

77% approve of CEO

61% positive business outlook

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Watco Companies has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 286 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Watco Companies employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Transportation & Logistics industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

286 reviews

1.0

Mar 26, 2021

Horrible management

Track laborer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Better than being unemployed, railroad retirement

Cons

Horrible management, pushed employees to break state and federal FRA and DOT laws. Would not provide adequate tools to do job required.

Watco Companies Response

5y

The safety and well-being of our team is our top priority, so if you're ever willing to discuss the concerns you mention, please reach out to me at rpeterson@watco.com.

1.0

Aug 28, 2020

Great

Railroad conductor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The pay is a great thing

Cons

The hours are flexible and part time

Watco Companies Response

5y

Thanks for taking the time to provide your feedback. We appreciate the positive comments. If you have any feedback for improvement, feel free to email rpeterson@watcocompanies.com.

4.0

Aug 8, 2020

Good team to work with.

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Experienced and knowledgeable crews to work with.

Cons

Not enough employees to cover all shifts.

Watco Companies Response

5y

Thank you for taking the time to provide some feedback. It's nice to hear that you had some knowledgeable and experienced teammates to work with. Best of luck as you move on from Watco.

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