Poorly structured company, very corrupt in career advancement - Railroad Conductor Amtrak Employee Review

2.0
Sep 15, 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Pension, Pay, good entry level employer, training provided. Lots of overtime for operations employees, ability to meet lots of people from all different areas of the country. Travel benefits (whatever is left of that)

Cons

Compensation is fast declining, operations employees work in hideous conditions. No sick time, corrupt union, very political. No recognition given to employees for jobs well done, very few areas for promotions unless you know the right people. No support for the working man and woman. Morale very low

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Cons

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