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Diesel Mechanic

Northlake, IL · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Pacific Rail Services was founded in 1985. Over the past 36 years, Rail Management Services has grown into one of the largest suppliers of intermodal ramp services in the United States handling over

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Rail Loader

Sheffield, OH · On-site

$16.25 - $19/hr

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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 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

Does Union Pacific pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
73% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

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

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
71% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

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

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
94% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Union Pacific?

Most people get paid time off work.
95% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 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.
  • 73% 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 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

Do workers at Union Pacific worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
90% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

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

Most people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
72% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 68 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 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 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

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

Most people find it easy to get time off.
74% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do Union Pacific managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
76% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 71 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

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

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
29% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 69 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

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

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
82% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 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.
67% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 2026.

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

Most people get breaks without interruption.
71% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Union Pacific?

Some people feel stressed out here.
64% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 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.
61% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 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 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 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, 42% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 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.
84% 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 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 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 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
What other companies are hiring for Rail Loader jobs?
What are the most popular categories at Union Pacific?
Infographic showing various Rail Loader 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.

Rail Yard Laborer/Crane Operator

Pacific Rail Services

Northlake, IL • On-site

$19.50 - $29.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

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Pacific Rail Services rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

323rd of 359 rated logistics


Job description

Pacific Rail Services was founded in 1985. Over the past 36 years, Rail Management Services has grown into one of the largest suppliers of intermodal ramp services in the United States handling over 8 million lifts per year. Today Pacific Rail Services, Pacific Trailer Repair Services, Rail Terminal Services, Terminal Switching Services and PRS Auto employ over 1,800 people devoted exclusively to this business. Rail Management Services maintains over 100 intermodal lift devices including 20 cranes and over 800 hostling tractors, provides trailer/container/chassis repairs and all intermodal administrative services including gate inspections, container yard management and switching services.

Job description:
Pacific Rail Services is seeking applicants for the Rail Yard Laborer position to join our ever-growing team. Copy and paste the below YouTube link to see what you could potentially be doing in this rewarding career field!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uriQMlaUUsI&feature=youtube.
Pacific Rail Services is looking for self-motivated, dependable and hard-working rail personnel to assist in the safe loading and unloading of intermodal double stack container trains at our Union Pacific Global II facility in Northlake IL.
Qualifications:
  • Construction or driving experience a plus, but we are willing to train the right candidates. Great earning potential of 60k - 90k (With OT), excellent health care benefits, employer 401k contribution and PTO based on years of service. 
  • Heavy equipment operating enthusiasts preferred. If you enjoy operating machinery or heavy equipment, then this is opportunity knocking at your door.  Applicants will be expected to apply themselves and learn all job functions (ground person, hostler driver and crane operator) in order to succeed with our organization. 
  • Prospective employees must be able to pass a drug screen, background check and strength test to be considered for appointment. All potential candidates must have valid DL and reliable transportation. All applicants must be available to work nights, weekends, holidays and OT.
  • If you are looking to work, grow and retire with a company in an industry that promotes long term stability, then look no further. The railroad industry is how everything we need and want ships throughout the country, which has made it virtually unaffected by slower economies or pandemics ect. We are considered essential workers.

We offer good pay, health benefits, PTO and 401k. If you seek job stability and room for growth, then a rewarding career opportunity awaits you.

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