Dream Job turned to a nightmare - Freight Conductor BNSF Railway Employee Review

2.0
Jan 13, 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great Pay, decent benefits, hope of retirement, co workers are awesome!

Cons

Poor management. THEY WILL FURLOUGH you without regard for you or family. They lure you in with the hope of a long term career (not just a job) and furlough you without notice. I was furloughed for over a year after working for a little over 2 years. Some people get furloughed right out of training!! I actually loved the job itself but due to their lack of concern for their employees I have to say this is the worst company I’ve ever worked for.

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5.0
Jun 24, 2026
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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.

2.0
Jul 13, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- Good pay - Remote work is nice

Cons

Terrible management, at least for my team I have possibly one of the worse, disorganized, and rudest manager. He's not only like this towards me but several others. I'm sure I got very unlucky and placed in a bad team but I also have not been enjoying the projects I have been given.

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