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

Jun 14, 2024

Very Positive Experience

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The company is always striving for an environment of trust and fairness, and it's consistently achieved in my department

Cons

Nothing but good things to say

Watco Companies Response

1y

Thank you for your feedback. It's great to hear about the good environment you have around you in your department.

1.0

Jun 13, 2024

Dysfunctional culture

Mid-level manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

None that I can contribute

Cons

Good ole boys mentality, operational mindset, disorganized, and not commercial. Watco is very disconnected unless you are at HQ. Also, forget about caring management or any attempt to know their employers on any other level than business. It is very, very fake, and I am sad for the others left in the trenches who continue to turn a blind eye or feed the beast. Do better, Watco executives, and get to know your frontline and the damage your management is doing.

Watco Companies Response

1y

If you'd ever be willing to discuss your concerns, please feel free to reach out to rpeterson@watco.com.

5.0

Jun 10, 2024

Great company

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great company where people care about you and what you do.

Cons

I don't have any cons.

Watco Companies Response

1y

Appreciate your feedback. It's good to see that you have a supportive team around you.

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