Is Union Pacific a good company to work for?

Union Pacific has an overall rating of 2.6 out of 5, based on over 3,321 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has increased by 6% over the last 12 months. 29% of employees would recommend working at Union Pacific to a friend and 32% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Union Pacific have been left by employees working as IT Intern , Finance Intern and Intern .

Does Union Pacific pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Union Pacific employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Union Pacific. This rating has improved by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Union Pacific?

29% of Union Pacific employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Union Pacific 1.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.1 for culture and values and 2.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Union Pacific?

Railroad Conductor (285) , Conductor (128) , Locomotive Engineer (111) , Freight Conductor (96) , Manager (96) , Engineer (76) , Train Dispatcher (61) , Machinist (54) , Train Crew (46) , Diesel Locomotive Electrician (40) , Carman (39) , Director (37) , Manager of Yard Operations (37) , Train Conductor (34) , Intern (33)

What are the pros of working at Union Pacific according to real employee reviews?

"Good company pay is good once you are done with training and working on your own." ((in 529 reviews)); "Good benefits (although insurance is going downhill in recent years by getting more expensive and having higher deductibles.)" ((in 449 reviews)); "Great people and always a new challenge" ((in 132 reviews)); "Great retirement and the option to receive a second if you are willing to go into management." ((in 128 reviews)); "Good money and fun work" ((in 86 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Union Pacific according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management make too many knee jerk decisions at the expense of employee satisfaction and long term employment" ((in 221 reviews)); "must return all call regardless if they leave a message all hours .. no work life balance." ((in 176 reviews)); "work Very long hours and over time" ((in 89 reviews)); "Layoffs are a constant threat as the company tires to earn more with less people." ((in 87 reviews)); "Another manager accused my foreman of me of not crossing track correctly even after he said he was to far away to really see us." ((in 79 reviews))

What are employees saying about Union Pacific layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Union Pacific layoffs and their outlook for job security at Union Pacific in 2026.

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Union Pacific reviews

2.6

29% would recommend to a friend

(3,058 total reviews)

Jim Vena

20% approve of CEO

32% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.5

Compensation and benefits

2.8

Diversity & inclusion

2.5

Career opportunities

2.1

Culture & values

2.0

Senior management

1.9

Work/Life balance

Union Pacific has an employee rating of 2.6 out of 5 stars, based on 3,058 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Union Pacific employee rating is 26% below average for employers within the Transportation & Logistics industry (3.5 stars).

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Reviews by job title

3K reviews

1.0

Jun 29, 2008

Union Pacific is not for those who want a life, but will die rich, sad, and single.

operations manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pay is fantastic. 24 years old making almost $80k/year + bonuses.

Cons

As I was a manager (MYO), Upper management is very incompetent, does not care about your "time off" or life. If you are an "A-hole" then you are fit for this job. I have respect for the people that worked for me (conductors and engineers) in Denver, CO and the feeling was mutual. I saved the company millions of dollars, worked 70+ hrs a WEEK, all during the night time, and they decided to fire me for no apparent reason. They don't listen to me, they don't care about me. I'm the "nice guy" type or personality, hard working, very dedicated.......but the company doesn't care.

3.0

Jun 21, 2008

Make money, work for idiots, have no life, and get fired or laid off often. Welcome to the railroad!

Conductor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

When you are working, you are making around 20 per hour and up. It's all about making money. And many times you can pull down some really good money.

Cons

You work in the heat, rain and snow. You are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year. If you are a new hire, which could mean only being on board in the last couple of year, chances are you will be laid off for unknown stretches when freight traffic slows.

4.0

Jun 16, 2008

A rewarding, good paying career that isn't for the meek or weak.

Trainman

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great Pay and benefits, although pay can very greatly from one work location to another. This is a unique craft, that has a future without fear of being out-sourced. Developing skill and ability in this field gives one a sense of personal satisfaction, and pride.

Cons

Many young managers are fresh out of college and have no hands on experience doing railroad work that they have to evaluate and supervise. Railroading is quite unique. Rules are often harshly enforced without the application of common sense. Many work rules are far too detailed, and can change frequently. Some management can seem to view the rank and file as the enemy. All of this can vary from one work site to another. Personal time is often rare, and a great deal of time is spent away from home.

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