It’s looking increasingly likely that there will be a potential US rail strike, which would cause major disruptions throughout the supply chain. 35-40% of all ocean containers move by rail. There is not enough trucking capacity to make up for the... — read more 

UPFE refrigerated Carmen completely farmed out to subcontractors with no help from Union

Imagine that pushed back "Strike" date again!!!! Excuse was to align with other Unions??? Why even draw a line in the sand?????? Sad

Thanks to the yard workers who have days off. Conductor jobs are now back on negotiating table. But on the bright side most of the yard jobs will be taken by conductors who will lose their jobs, and will now have days off.

Whether we strike or not it is going to be the same song and dance. If you don't like it, get another job. It's simple.

It’s disgusting how rail employees are being portrayed in the media . The comments from folks whom are not in the industry. The thanks for keeping America going during Covid but paid sick days for employees are greedy . How nobody questions the class... — read more 

I know this is a forum about layoffs, but as someone who hasn't been here that long, I'm really interested in what those who have been here for a long time would say - - what were the biggest changes in the company since you started working here... — read more 

Although I generally agree with that statement, I think it is very problematic because it somewhat implies that railroading is a very difficult and tiring job, that is, that it cannot be made any better. Instead of advocating that this should... — read more 

Members of a key rail union voted to reject a tentative contract agreement negotiated by the Biden administration, raising the risk of a strike that would shut down the nation’s railroads. Train and engine workers at the Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and... — read more 

If we make it without layoffs, that'll be great.

Everyday, Every train, On call, No off days besides the 24 hrs they hold you out to reset. We don't get paid enough for this. Who's hiring?

Have you ever had a worse job experience than the one at UP? I don't think I will ever be able to adapt to this workplace. It was a big mistake for me to apply here.

Best thing I did! Just received a back pay check. Didn't think we were going to get it. Finally the union did something right. Oh by the way, the grass is greener on the other side.

What does that mean for UP? Are they going to furlough before Christmas? They have to make profits. It's not a good sign for us. Just think all the people they are training, for what? This company doesn't make any sense.

Curious as to the details of the pilot program they say they have going on in Kansas 11 days on 4 days off .is it good bad or what .

Facebook, Twitter and Many others. UP loves to layoff when others do.

My back pay coming on November 18,2022 . Time to strike on Nov. 19.

North Platte is ready

The Ag shippers of America have notified congress and asked that we will not be able to strike and or have the carriers lock us out. The Crops and the food seem to be more important than out ability to gain what we need in this contract. How about... — read more 

Right before Christmas, the axeman is coming. Sounds about right. Execs are going after lower management this time. Shhhh don't tell anyone.

Anyone notice that if an agreement employee is accused of an EEO violation, they are immediately removed from service, investigated and are only allowed to return to work if found innocent. If a manager is accused of an EEO violation, they remain on... — read more 

Tomorrow is the day to fill out the employee survey. The boss setup a time for all of us to meet and do it. What should I tell them , where they ask for suggestions .

I’ve got the hardest job on the railroad

The railroad labor act has already been exhausted. We can perform self help strike already. Our Unions won't tell you this .this status quo is nothing more than the union and the company trying to keep us from striking but yes we can strike and it... — read more 

What do they do to get ready for special train in your area? I see them clean windows on the trackside of depots. Clean up weeds at signal huts, pick up trash . MTM sweeps the concrete ties on wye track. I always leave town when the train... — read more 

Alot of western depots are running quite large with managers. Especially in the mechanical departments. Example, check out Roseville, Ca. If you want to make our shareholders money, cut those positions in half. Just have foremen and one manager per... — read more 

I'd like to avoid generalizing, but it seems to me that there are no good managers at UP anymore, those who lead by example, who bring out the best in people, who actually care about the company, employees and customers. I wish someone would tell... — read more 

Whatever happened to the Electricians that drove the bucket trucks? I never see them around anymore.

Luckily, I'm only here for a few more days because I got a new offer. What will forever remain a mystery to me is why UP had to become what it is today, that is, from a place where good employees felt valued and appreciated, to a place that I would... — read more 

Now he's on the kusp of ridding dead weight.

I am paying $330 per month tax (tier 2). For about a $42 per month benefit 17 years from now. (Currently 50 yrs old) To recoup what I paid in I would have to collect until I was 75 years old. 82 years old if you factor in what the railroad... — read more 

Hello, I’m new to this site. I’ve been with UP less than two years. One thing I’ve noticed is that my managers absolutely have no clue about what’s going on. Is this a common thing at UP?

what is your favorite thing so far that you could share with a new hire? Please share and help the next generation

Fritz took a dump on all of us. Every manager I’ve seen at UP is struggling to make things work due to the decisions made by Lance.

I find it interesting that the management here still tries to manage by fear. They see that the employees are no longer afraid to leave UP, the company is left without people who know how to do their job, but mgmt still tries to convince us that... — read more 

Fritz, Bolin, Geringer, and a few other execs are on the prowl. West Coast, they're coming for you! Hope they don't close shop.

How many workers have canceled all their extra insurance policies that the Union offers? It’s annoying when the policy pushers come in the crew rooms trying to get more money.

I accepted the offer here because at that moment I couldn't find anything better, and I desperately needed money. Considering how much UP is pushing its employees, the pay should be a lot higher. What miracle needs to happen so that start getting... — read more