It's closed now. Any word on the mechanical shop?

It's important to remember that only 5 years ago, UP really was different. UP hired the best, and cultivated a culture of excellence and high expectations. When they said safety first, they actually meant it (yes, really). You were expected to work... — read more 

https://www.kctv5.com/news/local_news/union-pacific-evaluates-kc-for-streamlining-opportunities/article_70c86276-eba8-11e9-80ba-73bdc3aaf7f0.amp.html

At least it seems like that from my point of view. Now, I don’t want to minimize the fear, the stress and the pain that laid off folks are experiencing. My group has been reduced by half in the last 6 months. All of the laid off people found new jobs... — read more 

All is quiet, UP finally calmed down

https://splinternews.com/the-working-persons-guide-to-the-industry-that-might-ki-1824148959/amp?__twitter_impression=true

The unadulterated toxic rot that is Union Pacific Railroad has been covered in detail on this forum and elsewhere, with the capstone being that UPRR is now rated as the worst company to work for in the United States. Let that sink in. Fast food... — read more 

Sounds like some departments at HQ are going to be outsourced. More layoffs to come????

RIP

Why? What's wrong with domestic?

@10S8mvoe OR https://www.thelayoff.com/t/10S8mvoe

Post how many Foreman have been pulled out of service and locations. Been hearing in the past few weeks that Foreman are being pulled out.

I am hearing rumors that the Corporate HQ is relocating... Any truth in this?

Well Neff yard is completely closing. As of monday. Hundreds of people losing jobs because of this. I don't understand how they see this as profitable or even logical. Been nice working with you all.

Board meeting October 22, 2019 The board will vote on a 5 million bonus for Lance Fritz. Board members believe since company is bottomed out the only way to go is upward with his keen approach to leadership. This company is sad. He has no respect... — read more 

I've heard that intermodal is the least profitable. How much does UP charge to take a grain train half way across the country?

With the 11% (and dropping) CEO approval rating and only 21% of employees willing to recommend working at UP on Glassdoor, Indeed held out some hope for UP with slightly higher approval ratings. Now, even their Indeed rating is starting to tank... — read more 

Here's a thought experiment for everyone: imagine that the executive team came out first thing tomorrow morning, apologized for the negative effects of PSR and stopped it, pledged their dedication to a new and dynamic culture of safety, and then... — read more 

They are competing to recruit the best and brightest with places like New York, Boston, and Silicon Valley. The companies based in all of those places offer excellent benefits and compensation, modern and inclusive company culture, and a very good... — read more 

So how's the strike going ???

Apparently there are several executives with degrees from diploma mills that haven’t been fired yet. Word at the last board meeting is they are trying to cut the rest that they haven’t sent packing already. Bad news is they didn’t realize just how... — read more 

Per Omaha their goal is to cut TE&Y by 40% to 50%. 1 man crew combined with Eng/Con yard jobs, longer trains, less trains, combined trains, longer road runs etc., are just a few goal implementing techniques. Get your resumes boys and girls.

I’ve noticed an increase in spam and/or troll posts since UP was in news for s—ing harder than anyone else. Looks like the foamers and upper management are upset. Probably busy posting more fake reviews on Glassdoor too trying to get that... — read more 

Does anyone have any perspective on this? There's a lot of discussion on this site about employees who were furloughed or who took severance packages, but what about those who just quit and moved on? Are more people quitting? What's the mood like at... — read more 

Some big news is coming down next week from HQ. Anyone heard anything?

I know it can be difficult to make it through the day at UP. Its hard to show up to a place that has made it perfectly clear the dont care about there employees, so with that being said I have a process of how you can make it through the day and... — read more 

UPOnline article says the railroads are suing SMART to put crew sizing in the next contract negotiations. So, y’all got about 3 years to be employable in a different industry.

I think Charlie Moorcraft said it best, Im sure most of you remember him, he is a motavational speaker, he was burned over 90 percent of his body by cutting corners for an oil company. His tagline was, "and for what" I wonder what he would think... — read more 

https://www.ky3.com/content/news/Lawsuit-Nations-biggest-railway-companies-fixed-prices-561997311.html?fbclid=IwAR1c6Kq13_ILw9EoUltPFqwbwVcIFsgof8umvtsMQ78yewKYAK5s23-848U

It appears as though the cuts have left several floors at HDQ empty. Therefore our fearless leadership has decided to try and lease a floor or two at HDQ to outside companies...are we really in that bad of shape or are the execs that money hungry? ... — read more 

Layoffs are done and have been for quite some time now.

I was the only one in the room offered a job; $52k a year to start. HOWEVER, if they need you to come in on a day or night off, you have to be there in 45 minutes, or explain to the next person on the list why you couldn't. Also you may... — read more 

Leadership is the most fundamental element of any endeavor that requires the application of a broad range of skills from various individuals. The most fundamental element of leadership is the trust placed in the leaders by those who are led. When... — read more 

Candid discussion on how to make work place safer??....   Well i think we are having so many fatalities and incidents due to the fact of not knowing if we will be employed tomorrow. UP is using this tactic to scare employees saying if you are not... — read more 

Layoffs left and right, furloughs, people working on the verge of their possibilities, not to mention on the verge of the minimum of safety. Just keep wondering when this whole company is going to tumble down?

This morning supply chain cut all the UP agreement operators and are bringing in contractors. They offered some of the guys jobs with the contracting company for much less pay. What a slap in the face. It is 100% non agreement now.