Some of those people quit other jobs to go to the UP, only to be told they are being laid off when their training is done. These are the same people that can’t go back to their old jobs. So do you think the reviews are still irrelevant? WHY train... — read more
Layoffs in Wichita Kansas
Wichita Kansas laid off All of their Carmen 7 total. And put on 1 TCI .
Major meltdown at thelayoff.com/norfolk-southern
https://www.thelayoff.com/norfolk-southern /norfolk-southern
Beaumont Texas layoffs
Beaumont Texas just just let go of all the carmen. Union Pacific wants to go to all long haul trains so no one is safe if they work at a outlying point
Yard News?
I had heard the EB hump at N.Platte was closed but is now open again. What about some of the other yards? Proviso? Is Roseville hump open? I would think Hinkle and Pine Bluff are lost forever. What about your area yard? Any news on closings... — read more
Maintain worst Corp status again
https://moneywise.com/a/the-worst-companies-to-work-for
Any worthwhile news being hear
Anyone hearing about anything like management shakeups, layoffs, call backs, guys that got called back leaving? If any management shakeups, layoffs, or call backs just say location that way this post can actually stay up. State of traffic in your... — read more
24 hours off air
How many carman are losing their jobs with this new rule change.
Vaccine Policy
I wonder if U.P. will go as far as to try to adopt a vaccine policy requiring you to get a shot or just highly encourage employees to get one.
Who's next, in NLR?
Over heard 5 more managers to be cut before the 15th. 1 of which is a Senior manager.
Theft or errors?
Does UP steal from employees? Or are the "errors" really errors? I worked in one location for 10 year and did not have a single problem. Moved to the shop Im at now and I now have to check my calendar every other day to see how many hours I'm not... — read more
Work together to pull freight cars.
Spelling bee champions not required. Give it a rest, no one else cares.
Excerpt yesterday Credit Sussie Investor Conference
Credit Sussie Investor conference today excerpt. Q&A session Let the PSR f—ging will continue its in their DNA AllisonLandry Okay, maybe turning to sort of operations and network. Could you walk through where you think you are as far as the... — read more
Why do I have a manager that is incapable of doing my job?
Seriously, my manager knows next to nothing about my job responsibilities. Why would I go to her for advice or direction? Why should I listen to her during performance reviews? And the main question I’ve been asking is why is she my manager? Just... — read more
WEST COLTON
WEST COLTON TO BECOME FIRST MEGA YARD IN THE SYSTEM. AND BRAZOS TEXAS IS BACK ON!!!!! WERE A GREAT BIG ROLLIN RAILROAD!! HAHAHAHAHAHAAH
Curious on your thoughts
Happy holidays all....I'm curious how UP employees feel and what they think of Special Agents and UP Police. I know everyone got hit hard and UP Police lost about 60 percent ....what would you like to see the remaining Special Agents focusing... — read more
Mechanical Department Changes ??
What’s the big news??
The infamous furloughs after Thanksgiving
Boys and girls be ready.
Underappreciated
As a welder i dont think i get credit on how hard i work for this company just to get layed off. I feel greatful that i have 12,000 of other income coming in but i wish other co-workers would show me some more appreciation for what i do for this... — read more
Which of the many problems do you find the most difficult?
everyone is stressed due to the fact that they could loose their livelihood at any given second. One or two employees covering eight to ten positions. Cutting corners / rules to meet that goal. Fleet, track, right of ways, and etc. is in disrepair... — read more
UP employees
I can see why they laid so many of you off judging by how you all act on here. Looks to me like you had it coming.
What's the catch with the bonus?
Rumor was the bonus was an advance on future back pay from contract. Give us a thousand now and don’t get anything when the new contract gets shoved down our throat. . There is a lot of controversy about the bonus, but is it possible for this... — read more
One more round before the end of the year
Expect another round of layoffs in December. Car loco craft and management.
Uion Pacific Layoffs 2021
Make a prediction and tell us what you think about Uion Pacific Layoffs 2021? Any news or rumors?
1,000 bonus
Well the Unions have rejected the bonus. Just like UP knew they would. Remeber gang, its all smoke and mirrors. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!
Why did MEI tour Jenks?
Hearing that MEI, a scab competitor, toured Jenks this last week. Seriously, whats up with that?
Covid 2nd wave 1 k bonus
Only reason 1k bonus , this second wave of Covid is real and ravaging tey. They also recalled furloughed folks as a buffer. Next man standing . Courage to Care less about employees reigns!!! Let’s move freight vs health concern! Omaha kingdom... — read more
Valued Management
Lance just patted himself on the back announcing via UPonline that all agreement employees were receiving a $1000 bonus for working during the pandemic. I do not disagree with the decision. However, what did the non-agreement front line people get... — read more
Happy Veterans Day
I would like to wish Happy Veterans Day to all the veterans and reservists working for Union Pacific! I appreciate all veterans, and especially those of the Vietnam War era. I served in Iraq and Afghanistan and was treated very well upon my return... — read more
What does everyone think about the bonus we're getting?
Like the title says. I personally think it's because of bad PR and Biden winning
Contracts anyone heard anything
Well now it’s time to see if the company actually will come to the table and act in good faith and negotiate a decent contract. Or if they’ll continue to say they can’t afford to pay anyone while they have continued to post record breaking profits... — read more
Work / Train Service
Sadly co-workers are coming to work in Train Service with symptoms but are afraid to stay home because of the horrible attendance policy that was implemented. You could be terminated for taking very little time off. I sure hope for every ones sake... — read more
Desoto
Recalled 150 in mechanical
Coronavirus
Multiple Coronavirus outbreaks are happening all over the Railroad. If you feel Union Pacific Railroad isn’t doing what they are supposed to be doing, turn them into your state health officials. We are going to have to protect ourselves because no... — read more
North Little Rock
Any good news on being called back for furloughed electricians? I really need to get back sooner than later.
UP trying to hire in the IT field again
What kindof applicants do you think they’ll get?
UP encourages donations to United Way. No thanks. This is laughable at best.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/obituaries/united-way-leaders-fraud-scandal-marred-charitable-legacy/2011/11/14/gIQALnwbMN_story.html
Getting put “out of service”
Hey guys I’m interested in the railroad. Have been doing some research....Was curious to what “getting put out of service” looks like. Do the Trainmaster drill you on what happened or do you just kinda get told to go home. Is there like a formal... — read more