Good pay, sometimes it's worth it. - Anonymous employee BNSF Railway Employee Review

3.0
23 Aug 2009
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great pay and benefits, opportunity for very good work schedules depending on position and work group. They encourage further education, at least officially.

Cons

Poor communication, bloated workforce with multiple layers of redundancy and unnecessary people and processes that drag everything down. Too much forced emphasis on diversity, leaving qualified 'majority' candidates out of luck sometimes.

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Pros

Great people and strong coworkers across the organization. The company offers competitive pay, strong benefits, and good overall stability. There are many experienced employees who care about the work and are willing to help others succeed.

Cons

The organization can be very hierarchical, which sometimes makes it difficult to drive change or move quickly. Decisions often require multiple layers of approval, so it can take longer than expected to finalize direction or make progress. There is also limited flexibility compared to what many other companies offer, especially when it comes to working arrangements.

5.0
24 June 2026
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Pros

This is a great place to start and grow your career, especially as an MT, with tons of opportunities to take on projects and explore what interests you. Leadership at every level is genuinely supportive and approachable, and people across the company are always willing to teach, mentor, and help you succeed. Compensation and benefits are competitive, and the Business Resource Groups really add to the sense of community and development.

Cons

There are so many opportunities that it can sometimes feel a little overwhelming figuring out what path to focus on. Balancing day-to-day work with all the development options can be a bit challenging depending on your role and workload.

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