Every Young Boy Wants to Drive a Train. - Locomotive Engineer/Conductor BNSF Railway Employee Review

5.0
Jun 25, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

The best money for the education level required. Good insurance, profit sharing, 401k match and retirement. (Pay, insurance and benefits are negotiated by the Union.) Lots of available overtime. (Some overtime is required. There's more if you want it .)

Cons

Scheduling can be irregular and unpredictable. Through Freight runs require us to be away from home for at least two days; sometimes more. It's the nature of the business. Patience and flexibility are a must.

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5.0
Jun 24, 2026
Recommend
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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
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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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