Canadian National Railway Employer Reviews

Operating locomotive and trains in yard, local, industrial and road applications in compliance with all Federal and company rules and regulations. Perform walk around daily inspection of locomotives as needed.

I enjoy working at a steady pace. My mechanical skills seemed to be a great fit for this job. I've learned a lot from my coworkers at CN. The Management shows a bit of favoritism for personal friends that are also coworkers. Some coworkers were great mentors to me and others were simply ignorant, manipulative backstabbers. the hardest part of the job – more... was probably dealing with the seniority roster between the ore dock operators and the mechanics. The most enjoyable and rewarding part of the job was knowing that I did the best I could do when the equipment was running well. – less

A job that can be enjoyable at times that is all negated by awful management. As an apprentice Carman you would expect to recieve thorough training, not here. they teach just enough for you not to get killed then your on your own and expected to perform the job at the same level of someone with 20+ years in. This company thrives on fear, they threaten – more... to pull you out of service or fire you for any random mistake you make. there is no structure at all. They do what they want and the union is useless. In this economy its a pretty secure job with decent pay and benefits if you can survive it! – less

I think that the railroad industry in general is a stable and progressive place to work, but CN offers benefits and growth potentials that are exceptional. I have been embraced and recognized in ways that I have never experienced in the workplace. I only wish I'd come here 20 years ago.

Its a great job that basically runs itself, the only thing its micromanaged to many bosses and not enough workers but all in all a great job

If you want to work, this is the company, but I'll warn you that you will have to work all the time, they put golden hancuffs on you. They pay very well but if you want to leave and go to another railroad, you won;t be able unless you take huge cut in pay. If you have family, forget either them or these jobs. you will have a greuling schedule, the mangement – more... is unkind you are just a part in the machine their favorite words are to threanten your job, they manage by fear – less

I worked there over one summer as a conductor trainee. From the first encounter with a trainmaster, I got the feeling I was disposable. I was fired in the fall for the actions of another employee that they mistook as me. No warning and no investigation to my alleged demeanor. My many pleas to the company and union fell on deaf ears despite irrefutable – more... evidence. Every employee at CN can be replaced and they make you know it. Even 30+ year veterans get the boot when they don't tow the company line. Just a warning, never take them lightly, and never give them anything to burn you with. As many in the company say; they'll spend one thousands to train you and the next 30 years trying to fire you. – less

And for people who defend CNs safety record.

Then explain why did CN rail use a locomotive that wasn't equipped with dynamic brakes when it was used on the mountains of Lilloet BC.

Watch CTVs W-five report "off the rails" and find out.

Think twice if you are applying for any position in customs brokerage department. You will wonder why everybody is leaving???
manager there think she own the company, giving CN a bad reputation. Otherwise any other depart in the management position is a plus. Operation I can't blame the bad comment because this company is sevice oriented. Always aiming – more... for number 1 and will always be number one. – less

all around good work enviroment, learned alot about bio engineering and able to identify rock formations and danger points

The most unprofessional business that I've ever worked for! Office environments have fights, people are using profanity all the time! Don't expect to get promoted unless you are NOT a minority! Expect to LOSE YOUR LIFE IN ALL ASPECTS....never see children, family, friends etc...and never be appreciated for your hard work! I've learned to identify what – more... I truely want in a good quality workplace. – less

it was a hard job very hard work. i worked hard there when it was a short time i was there.people were nice to worj with

i'm a harder wheni start something i finsh it what i start.don't like leaving anything unfinished.

I have come away from CN Rail with a great knowledge of how the Railway network works.

A typical day at work in the CN yard is being constantly monitered by supervisors. They have a rating system in place called p.m.r.c.; they are constantly looking for pmrc failures. If you fail you are automatically sent home no matter what the situation; you are left wondering if you have lost your job. Most new hires have not been trained properly – more... so they are gauranteed to fail one of these. The employees are constantly walking in fear trying to figure out what they did wrong when a supervisor scolds them and the supervisor will not explain the situation. This is a typical weekly occurance at CN. Must work all stats. Legally allowed to take stats off, but scolded when asking to do so. – less

it's beginning of my career.. nice workplace, co-workers (actually my mentors at the time) were very nice and helpful

its a fun place work at but very hard work as u have to work outside all the time.

Working with others ,trainning others on equipment .

Everyday is a new day and you never stop learning

Management is a big part of a smooth operation

Work together is the way to go .

Weather elements can be very difficult working

Going home to your family safe

Running repairs and scheduled maintenance easy day pass,learned ot deal with differnt driver and operator problem on the machines,takes procedures and guide lines from mnagement prosfective views on customer sevice priority,most of my college are self motivated and cooperative,big breakdown on machine could delay the train schedule,summer time is less – more... stress weatherwise. – less

A bit more like Shawshank prison, albeit with pension and company stock benefits. Management in Walker diesel shop are the worst you'll ever meet. No people skills, doesnt value their employees. Only time youll see the manager is when he'll hand you a cookie (desciplinary action). Forget about going to school, they'll move heaven and earth not to send – more... you. – less