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 29 reviews)); "Good people to work with" ((in 19 reviews)); "They actually care about ALL team members" ((in 9 reviews)); "•decent money" ((in 7 reviews)); "Great work life balance" ((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)); "Bonus programs are given and taken away without warning and raises are low." ((in 4 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

5.0

Sep 16, 2024

Great company with great work life balance

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Supportive company ensuring I get what I need.

Cons

The work is not for the week at heart.

Watco Companies Response

1y

Thank you for sharing your experience at Watco. It's nice to hear that you have a supportive team around you.

5.0

Sep 10, 2024

If you want to learn and grow.... They will help you every step of the way and make sure you succeed!

Conductor trainee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Everyone who works here is always willing to help each other out ,... If someone needs a day off everyone works together to make sure that person gets the time off they need and pitches in to make sure the work still gets done!

Cons

I honestly can't think of any! This company has been great to me and gives me every tool I need to be successful!

Watco Companies Response

1y

Thank you for sharing your experience at Watco. It's nice to see the support that you have around you at your location.

4.0

Aug 12, 2024

Great Company, Great Benefits

Senior accountant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good culture, work-life balance, and lots of opportunity to learn different areas of the business. Benefits are excellent.

Cons

Compensation is okay, and internal growth can be difficult to achieve. Some departments are clearly more prioritized than others.

Watco Companies Response

1y

Appreciate you sharing your experience. It looks like you're a former team member, so best of luck as you move forward in your career.

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Great company with great work life balance

If you want to learn and grow.... They will help you every step of the way and make sure you succeed!

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