Union Pacific Employer Reviews

Lots of travel, differing work assignments, great pay. Unforseeable layoffs.

the work was good but the people where I work at in Salt lake was no good very bad people.

The position I held at Union Pacific as one of challenge having such a broad scope of responsibility with little resources. If there was one negative for UPRR it is work life balance. There remains positions that require more people resources.

I consider my work experience while at Union Pacific to be one of success. Starting at the bottom with Union – more... Pacific Motor freight in 1988 and becoming a regional manager in 1997 is a testament to dedication and hard work but also of the people I have worked for to recognize and award accordingly.

A key item learned while in my position at UPRR is that working through conflict with respect and an empathetic ear produces that win-win that every company desires. When I first became a manager my tactic was negotiation and compromise and sometimes holding back to avoid a conflict. Done in respect for others, conflict produces greater results in meeting company goals. UPRR has changed their culture and continues to change their from the dictatorship style of management to one where everyone has a voice.

The most enjoyable part of the job is working with people. I take great enjoyment in building relationships. I worked with a great group of hard working people both UPRR and suppliers.

I wish nothing but for the best in the future for the individuals of Union Pacific who make it happen everyday. – less

I have worked for union pacific for about thirty years during this time I have learned a lot about the railroad and outs operations. How to work safe and be productive, wail maintaining a high quality of work.

The typical work day could last 2 hours to 16 hours. I learned how to work with railroad cars and all FRA rules and regulations. Management or Non Union members could care less about their workers. I felt as if everyone was looking out for themselves. Another problem was never knowing what time work starts and what time work ends. My railroad career – more... ended when they cut back and cut all of us off. Then could not tell anyone when we would be brought back on. The pay and benifits were great when working. – less

CAN BE FUN GOOD PEOPLE TO WORK WITH VERY TOXIC MANAGEMENT
ALWAYS CHANGING WORK HOURS AND DAYS
NO TWO DAYS ARE ALIKE
HARDEST PART OF JOB IS THE WEATHER

I worked on the Wichita Service Unit. If your not family, or close friends don't bother signing on with UP, they will run you off and the union won't help you. Excellent company, benefits (health care is expensive), railroad retirement. BUT management there sucks and if you quit or get fired you can never go back to UP, or potentially any other railroad – more... for that matter. – less

Its a good company but I think they worry more about the company than the employees but you have to have good employees to make money.

great place plenty of overtime. good benefits and good coworkers

Take on as much as you can and much will be given to you. If you work here you will really feel the sense that you are a part of something remarkable. Just dont be afraid of hardwork to see sucecss.

Pay is good, a typical day would consist of getting your lineup, working on the locomotives you were assigned, go home, and start all over again the next day. Co-workers are very knowledgeable and eager to help you learn. Hardest part of the job is having to use your brain when trouble shooting locomotive defects. Management typically were there to – more... help you and they will listen to your ideas and even ask for your ideas on how to make this a better place to work. The worst decision I have made in my career is leaving this company. The only downside (which is why I resigned) is that the "buddy system" is in full effect, so if you want to advance you had better marry someone high up or make some friends in high places. – less

Assist in-house lawyers with research projects.
Write legal memoranda, briefs, prepare draft motions for summary judgement, petitions and other discovery regarding a variety of legal issues including Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA), property claims, contact disputes, toxic tort and some environment matters.

Though I loved and enjoyed what I did for Union Pacific, I found that this was not the best fit for me, my management still and that of Union Pacific were not the best match. There are many benefits to this company: benefits are very nice, potential for advancement is there (but few and far between), continued training is available.

Maintained and did the Upkeep on the platforms and Stations of the Metra Train Line. Carpentry and Bridge work. Good Group of guys to work with.

The hardest part of the job as a member of the train crew is the random calls and long hours. But it's a decent job when you get used to it.

I enjoyed both the mechanicl work along withthe security work at UP

Discuss Safety at the job site, construct and install equipment for safe and efficient railway operations, construct and install equipment for public safety and railroad crossings.

great pay hardest part is being on call and time away from family and working all holidays and working in all weather conditions rain, cold, heat.

24/7 operation, strong time managment skills required, and concentrating in a fast-pace safety sensitive enviroment

Team work is a large part of working at the UP. The IT department is always innovating.