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 28 reviews)); "Good people to work with" ((in 21 reviews)); "They actually care about ALL team members" ((in 7 reviews)); "Railroad retirement" ((in 6 reviews)); "friendly work environment" ((in 5 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 29 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 6 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

3.0

Nov 24, 2021

It person

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good company not so good benefits

Cons

Bad management and work culture

Watco Companies Response

4y

If you would be willing to discuss your concerns further, feel free to email me at rpeterson@watco.com.

5.0

Nov 15, 2021

Watco is a great place to work

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible, great benefits, supportive environment, ability to work in other locations. Watco is happy to help people learn.

Cons

I see none at this time.

Watco Companies Response

4y

Thanks for taking the time to provide your feedback. It's always great to hear from our team.

5.0

Nov 11, 2021

Amazing company, culture, people and leadership

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Watco puts people first. They care deeply about their team, customers and community. The leadership team is humble and do not have egos. They always try to make the right decision. They are growing company with financial stability. I've spent 20+ years in the workforce and Watco is the best place I have ever worked...they have high values and ethics.

Cons

None to report. So many good things to say. Trust me, you want to work here.

Watco Companies Response

4y

Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback on your experience working with Watco. Feedback, favorable and constructive, helps make us better.

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Watco is a great place to work

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