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35 Union Pacific Freight Conductor Jobs Hiring Near You

Description At Union Pacific, success is driven by our talented workforce. If you are passionate ... customers' freight. Previous railroad experience is not required as we provide all necessary ...

Description At Union Pacific, success is driven by our talented workforce. If you are passionate ... customers' freight. Previous railroad experience is not required as we provide all necessary ...

Description At Union Pacific, success is driven by our talented workforce. If you are passionate ... customers' freight. Previous railroad experience is not required as we provide all necessary ...

Description At Union Pacific, success is driven by our talented workforce. If you are passionate ... customers' freight. Previous railroad experience is not required as we provide all necessary ...

Description At Union Pacific, success is driven by our talented workforce. If you are passionate ... customers' freight. Previous railroad experience is not required as we provide all necessary ...

Description At Union Pacific, success is driven by our talented workforce. If you are passionate ... customers' freight. Previous railroad experience is not required as we provide all necessary ...

Description At Union Pacific, success is driven by our talented workforce. If you are passionate ... customers' freight. Previous railroad experience is not required as we provide all necessary ...

Train Crew - Denver, CO

Denver, CO

$18.50 - $23.50/hr

Description At Union Pacific, success is driven by our talented workforce. If you are passionate ... customers' freight. Previous railroad experience is not required as we provide all necessary ...

Description At Union Pacific, success is driven by our talented workforce. If you are passionate ... customers' freight. Previous railroad experience is not required as we provide all necessary ...

Description At Union Pacific, success is driven by our talented workforce. If you are passionate ... customers' freight. Previous railroad experience is not required as we provide all necessary ...

IL · On-site

Description At Union Pacific, success is driven by our talented workforce. If you are passionate ... customers' freight. Previous railroad experience is not required as we provide all necessary ...

Description At Union Pacific, success is driven by our talented workforce. If you are passionate ... customers' freight. Previous railroad experience is not required as we provide all necessary ...

Description At Union Pacific, success is driven by our talented workforce. If you are passionate ... customers' freight. Previous railroad experience is not required as we provide all necessary ...

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Union Pacific Jobs Information

What is it like to work at Union Pacific?

Union Pacific is a company that values a strong sense of community and teamwork, with a culture that emphasizes collaboration, safety, and customer satisfaction. As a railroad company, Union Pacific's work environment is dynamic and varied, with employees working in different roles such as locomotive engineers, conductors, and maintenance personnel, all contributing to the company's mission of moving America's freight safely and efficiently. Working at Union Pacific may appeal to individuals who are interested in a career in transportation, enjoy working outdoors, or value the opportunity to be part of a large and complex organization with a rich history and a strong commitment to safety and customer service.

Do workers at Union Pacific get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
85% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

Does Union Pacific pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
72% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

At Union Pacific, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
67% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Is the health insurance from Union Pacific affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
95% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Union Pacific?

Most people get paid time off work.
94% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 72% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 10% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 3% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 15% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

Do workers at Union Pacific worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
91% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

Do Union Pacific workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
65% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it for Union Pacific workers to change shifts?

Most people find it hard to change shifts.
70% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Union Pacific?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
68% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Do Union Pacific managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
71% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Do jobs at Union Pacific spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
26% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Union Pacific?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
79% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Is a Union Pacific job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
80% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and September 2025.

Is working at Union Pacific good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a bad place to work.
75% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at Union Pacific feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
73% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Union Pacific get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
74% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Union Pacific?

Some people feel stressed out here.
59% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Union Pacific enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
37% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Union Pacific recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
56% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Union Pacific?

Most people got enough training when they started.
67% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Union Pacific?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 44% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Do people think Union Pacific’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
83% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Union Pacific is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
51% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.
What other companies are hiring for Freight Conductor jobs?
What are the most popular categories at Union Pacific?
Infographic showing various Freight Conductor job openings at Union Pacific in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Hybrid job distribution.
Sr Special Agent- Los Angeles, CA 1 1

Sr Special Agent- Los Angeles, CA 1 1

Union Pacific

Memphis, TN

$100K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 2 hours ago


Union Pacific rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 93 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

25th of 64 rated delivery companies


Job description

Reference Number: 2409
Department: Safety
Closing Date: 1/15/2025
Job Level: 20
The salary range for this position is $100,000-$120,000.

Description

This position at Union Pacific operates as a senior railroad police officer with employee and public safety as their first priority! This position has responsibility for the ongoing monitoring and apprehension of organized criminal enterprises which prey on the railroad. The employee in this role plans and coordinates police operations to ensure customer assets and ladings reach their destinations secure and intact. They also investigate and initiate efforts towards non-cargo losses against the railroad. To assist these efforts, the position may specialize in one of the following areas: Accident Analyst, Investigator, Canine, Instructor, or Public Safety.

Accountabilities
  • Participate in the executive protection of the Board of Directors, Corporate Officers and senior leaders, their families and their guests
  • Participate in "red team" audits on critical targets to test vulnerabilities and validate effectiveness of security measures
  • Implement the Union Pacific's Homeland Security Plan countermeasures as threat levels change
  • Promote public safety through grade crossing traffic enforcement operations (UPCARES) and the investigation of unsafe motorist incidents
  • Ensure that highly sensitive government shipments requiring special handling are protected or inspected according to federal rules and regulations
  • Participate in crime reduction enforcement operations to ensure customers' lading moves intact and without unnecessary delay from origin to destination
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Share inter-department responsibility for employee and public safety, crossing accident and third-party personal injury investigation, freight claim resolution, civil investigation, hazardous material release and related environment issues
  • Investigate all criminal activities that occur on railroad property, including, but not limited to, writing comprehensive reports and warrant documents, interviewing victims and witnesses, preparing criminal cases for prosecution, personally testifying, maintaining files and documentation.
Qualifications - Required
  • A high school diploma or Graduate Equivalency Diploma (GED)
  • Valid driver's license
  • Certified and/or licensed as a commissioned law enforcement officer in the state of Arkansas or Tennessee OR currently employed as a special agent within the Union Pacific Police Department. A Copy of P.O.S.T. certificate and/or certificate number, where applicable, must be included in application to be eligible for consideration.
Qualifications - PreferredPhysical and Mental Job Requirements
  • Maintain effectiveness and productivity in high-pressure or stressful working environments.
  • Executes tasks independently.
  • Proficient in communicating with customers, employees and community.
  • Maintains focus on tasks and can make timely decisions.
  • Frequently perform physically demanding tasks, including occasional bending, stooping, and kneeling.
  • Lift, carry, or otherwise move significant weight (80+ lbs) occasionally.
  • Move safely and quickly over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
  • Must be able to apply established protocols in a timely manner
  • Required to react quickly to sounds and situations.


Work Conditions
  • The work environment requires work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.
  • Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including snow, ice, rain, cold and heat.
  • Instead of working a standard 40-hour week, there are variable work hours and irregularly scheduled days off. Employees are on call, even on nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Frequently required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials.
  • Working around moving objects or vehicles.
  • Must be able to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Regular travel and overnight stays may be required
  • Must be able to respond to emergencies at any time, including during off-duty hours.

What we offer:

  • A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture
  • Ongoing learning, development, and Educational Assistance (including little to no out-of-pocket cost for online and in-person courses at the University of Nebraska at Omaha)
  • 401(k) with 100% match up to 6%, plus additional automatic 3% (contribute 6% and UP will contribute 9% [6% + 3%])
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 40% match up to 5% (contribute 5% and UP will contribute 2%)
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid disability, life, and AD&D insurance
  • Health Savings Account (with company contribution) Dependent Care Savings Account and Transportation Spending Account
  • Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
  • Adoption/Surrogacy Assistance, paid Maternity and Parental Leave
  • Competitive compensation including eligibility for annual merit, bonus, and equity programs dependent on job level and personal and company performance

The final salary of the selected candidate for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, specialty and training. This position also includes additional compensation and benefits offered by Union Pacific.

This position is eligible for participation in the Union Pacific Annual Compensation Program. This is a pay-for-performance program which administers annual salary adjustments, cash incentive bonuses and stock equity as determined by individual performance, company performance and program guidelines. Additionally, this position is eligible for health and welfare benefits, retirement, financial planning benefits and paid and unpaid leave. For more information regarding Union Pacific’s nonagreement employee benefits, please visit our management benefits page.


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