Company has a downward trajectory - Locomotive Engineer Metra Employee Review

1.0
13 Mar 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Checks don't bounce and the workforce are good people

Cons

Division between management(547) and contract employees are the worst I've seen and show ZERO signs of improvement. Pay is low. Hours are long. Attendance policy is insulting. Metra preaches that employess are encouraged to engage in self care, yet attendence points are given for even going to a doctor's appointment! I have 20 years railroading and I can no longer encourage people to work here. The disconnect is enormous.

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5.0
20 Jan 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great work and life balance.

Cons

The skillset developed here may not be transferable to other places.

4.0
2 Apr 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

The company is large so there was ample amount for growth for those who desired to stick long-term.

Cons

It was difficult to go up the chain of command when trying to work towards a higher rank within the company.

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