Great Job once you build up seniority. - Anonymous employee Union Pacific Employee Review

4.0
21 Nov 2012
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Pay and Benefits are great. Once you build up some senority(4-5 years) you are looking at 80k+

Cons

Being on call 24/7 leaves little free time. Employees are furloughed often.

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5.0
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Pros

Solid company Good people Valuable role in economy

Cons

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4.0
22 Jun 2026
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Pros

Good benefits, strong 401(k) contribution and match.

Cons

Demanding work, very high standards.

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