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 21 reviews)); "friendly work environment" ((in 7 reviews)); "Railroad retirement" ((in 6 reviews)); "They actually care about ALL team members" ((in 6 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 27 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 5 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

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Watco Companies

Watco Companies reviews

3.5

66% would recommend to a friend

(287 total reviews)

Dan Smith

77% approve of CEO

61% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.5

Culture & values

3.5

Work/Life balance

3.5

Career opportunities

3.4

Compensation and benefits

3.3

Diversity & inclusion

3.2

Senior management

Watco Companies has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 287 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).

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Reviews by job title

287 reviews

5.0

Oct 17, 2019

Great place to work

Commercial manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Lots of opportunity to grow with the company locally and around the country. Strong management team that encourage team member development

Cons

No major complains from my time working here.

Watco Companies Response

Thank you for taking some time to share your feedback on your experience at Watco. It's great to see that you are seeing the encouragement of team member development. As we continue to grow, we have to have great people to serve our customers. Thanks again.

4.0

Oct 16, 2019

Great company

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great people to work for and with.

Cons

Have no complaints. Would recommend to anyone.

Watco Companies Response

Thank you for the feedback. It's always nice to hear about the great people we have working at Watco and based on your "pros", you work with some great people.

3.0

Oct 1, 2019

Not Bad

Transportation

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great Company overall to work for. The work environment is full of nice people

Cons

many promises seem to not happen here.

Watco Companies Response

It is great to hear that you enjoy your fellow team members. Thank you for taking some time to provide your feedback. If you'd like to discuss your thoughts any further, so we can continue to improve, please reach out to me at rpeterson@watcocompanies.com.

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Jobs at Watco Companies

Conductor - Wichita, KS

Conductor - Twin Falls, ID

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Conductor - McPherson, KS

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