Canadian National Railway Employee Job Reviews in the United States

"CN is the highest paying railroad. I saw reviews saying BNSF Is and that’s just false. Bnsf people transfer to CN for the money. Base salary is 100k that’s not including overtime. 47 an hour as a conductor, 50 an hour as an engineer. You won’t make that kind of money anywhere else on the railroad."

"I’ve worked for Canadian National Railway for almost 8 years. CN is a fast paced 24/7 operation that is a great place to grow and experience the transportation field."

"To whom it may concern, I am writing to inquire about the opening for a Business Development Representative. I offer three years of experience in marketing (and analysis for Quebec) and two years of project management which makes me a strong candidate for this opening. The top portion of my attached resume highlights my career profile and my personality that are also in alignment with this position. I would welcome the opportunity to speak with you if you feel I would be a strong candidate for this or any position in your organization. Looking forward to hearing from you, Yours sincerely,  Rafael Brancewicz"

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"Hard work, good pay but lacks a good work to life balance. You will have room to grow and diverse possibilities"

"The company pays employees hourly earnings much higher than competitors in the industry. Many can expect to earn six figures with numerous benefits as well. The money is great. Now that I have established that, there is more to know. The expectations of you are super high and attendance is taken seriously. There is also high accountability for following rules and policies. This is where many lose their job. The pressure is such that it can make one feel very stressed out. If you balance it all out, it can be a great career."

What do you like about working at Canadian National Railway?

"The job is very physical, which keeps me in shape."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Don't. Just don't. Often you're given promises that don't amount to anything. Most of our young guys leave within a few months."

What don't you like about working at Canadian National Railway?

"Everyone is so disorganized and the management seems to change their minds daily. We are kept in the dark until they have already decided something. We're also told to put ties in at the wrong times and generally mismanaged on the job. Thank christ I'm retiring."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Listen to people in the field. They know the problems with their track and they will tell you."

"The CN is a good company to work for, but you must be willing to work all the time."

What do you like about working at Canadian National Railway?

"Great compensation and benefit package."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Just be prepared to work a lot of hours, it is more a lifestyle then a career."

What don't you like about working at Canadian National Railway?

"On call 24 hours a day / 7 days a week all the time, even when you are on vacation."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"They need to realize the quality of life is a very important aspect to employees."