Quit from mechanical several months ago but still have friends on the inside. Rumor is that exempts are being tasked with the menial work due to so many people quiting. How is it where you are?

I'm wondering how much better is BNSF as an employer than Union Pacific, which is known to everyone as the worst place to be working at? It doesn't seem to be much better here either?

Just got told TDS is gonna go 12 on 12 off. After shot deadline for federal contractors begins enforcement. Planning staff cuts for non vaxxers. Will be 5 days a week no overtime.

What do you guys think about the strike suppositively happening? Had a buddy tell me a few id--ts in Temple on second shift were talking about it.

Any clowns out there thinking the ICP will payout you are wrong. If you are anyone the railroad wants to retain you get a retention bonus. All other exempts get the bones. Ask around. 40-250k. They have been paying them since last year. So your math... — read more 

https://www.railwayage.com/intermodal/up-lands-schneider-business/ Several hundreds of millions of dollars lost. Good job Marketing.

https://www.yahoo.com/news/ugly-rail-thefts-leave-tracks-130025170.html

And this company is more and more miserable every day. Absolutely the worst place I’ve ever worked. The only reason people are still here is because they still haven't got another opportunity somewhere else. I don’t know if there could be any other... — read more 

Liquidating Red River Division in south east Texas. CP/KCS taking over the dirty dirty south.

If you have trackage there you might want to look into seeing how this affects your folks.

Anyone have insider info on what retaliation is coming January 4th for those of us that believe it should be my body my choice? Will the shot keep me from spreading it? No. Will the shot keep me from getting it? No. Will BNSF pay all damages if God... — read more 

As this terrible year draws to an end, I wonder if the next one will be equally bad or even worse. The vaccine has divided employees, and when the conversation about the vaccine becomes worn out, I am afraid that we will all face the same problems... — read more 

Anyone else keep an eye on the job postings page? Seems like an unusually high amount of management positions in the field that are vacant. A lot of good leaders jumping ship before she sinks!

I think we're safe from layoffs until the whole mandate thing plays itself out. Afterward, I guess it'll depend on the number of people who are fired.

I feel like Jerry Mcguire, "Who's comin with me!" I'll refuse until I'm terminated.

Seriously, $300 thats your bribe to get the vaccine BNSF? What about paying a bonus for everyone who kept your company running through the pandemic?.....In the words of a well respected retired employee...."THIS PLACE SUCKS"!

They can't afford to lose any more workers ... especially in the mechanical department. They are going to have a tough time this winter with their deferred maintenance program and skeleton crews. I will hold out and see if they fire me. I've got a... — read more 

I never really expected that the bnsf would somehow recompense the employees who fought for this company through the pandemic. On the contrary, it's becoming increasingly difficult to work here for those who have repeatedly proven their loyalty and... — read more 

Will be announced in the morning

If our leadership happens to be afraid that many would leave because of the mandate, they should stop worrying because more people will leave because of poor pay. Agree? Everyone who left here now has a significantly higher pay. It is humiliating... — read more 

BNSF leadership has indicated that COVID 19 vaccinations will be mandated for employees to retain their current level of employment. Vaccinations will be administered 2nd week starting in November, but segregated by zones. Zone 7 employees will be... — read more 

Were being told here in Ft. Worthless that when Buffett croaks there liquidating BNSF.

With all the bs going on I know in the BRC contract it states we cannot strike, yet we have been pushed to the way side during this whole plandemic while busting a-s to keep things moving. We strike for better pay and finally get a contract passed... — read more 

I saw some old pictures of us together. Now I’m feeling the pain. Why does it always end in sadness. I’m barely hanging on.

Unbelievable how many posts are deleted for spreading truth. Looks like the UP side gets it as well and is speaking up. When people’s lives have been destroyed by this company in large part because of coworker actions they should be called out... — read more 

Everybody is leaving or trying to find a way to leave. Even the new hires who've never worked in their lives before are seeing the writing on the wall and leaving as soon as they can. Nobody sane wants to stay here longer than they have to. At this... — read more 

Never forget the people you worked with that caused your job because of their ignorance. Thank you for hiring unqualified worthless people

what is everyone going to do if they mandate vaccines? going to quit? do it? try to go on strike? what’s everyone’s thoughts?

Well all the rumors are true Resource Protection started cutting jobs yesterday in Topeka and Vancouver Washington. A small number to start. 7 employees were either fired or offered positions somewhere else. I know because I am one of them on the... — read more 

Why why why would I refer anyone to come work for a company that has caused so much pain a grief for families who once thought this to be a life long career job and now are biting their fingernails waiting for the news of another layoff, ship... — read more 

Rumor has it Interbay has been sold to either Port of Tacoma or Sound Transit for 90 million. Good luck with finding jobs there and remember the company appreciates you and sc--w your mortgages and families!

How satisfied are you with the severance pay? I am quite unprepared in case they tell me that I am no longer needed, so severance pay is my last hope and that I will be able to find a new job quickly. I hope there haven't been any changes to... — read more 

Does anyone know what the scale of the layoffs will be? Someone said that smaller shops would be eliminated - is that correct? Does anyone have more details about that?

Has anyone heard of any more layoffs or is BNSF finally done laying off for the time being?

Most the guys laid off have absolutely zero skills in anything and are desperately trying to cling to the company like those fish that feast on shark parasites. Freaking hilarious. Giant group of losers. Have fun making less while working more you... — read more 

I'm wondering if people who were laid off can reapply for other positions within the company? A former coworker is having trouble finding employment months after being cut and is now considering reapplying here. I think that might put his severance... — read more 

Red river division is not loosing any more carman. I want to believe that to be true but there are also those who claim the opposite and who think the Red River Division is next. However, there is no additional information. How much truth is... — read more 

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