I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Union Pacific (Los Angeles, CA)
Interview
Fastpaced, straightforward and to the point. As work on the railroad or as apart of a train crew is often misunderstood and/or unknown to the general public. Interviewers spent much of the time describing in detail what we could expect as employees and what would be expected of us. Interviewers were honest, while pay, benefits and overall security are good, the lifestyle is not. This was driven home and made abundantly clear to all of us. After that a quick but helpful overview of working conditions, pros, cons, expectations and company culture was presented to us. This was followed by individual interviews with an HR representative in charge of the hiring session and a Manager of Operating Practices of the Terminal or Service Unit the hiring was for.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Most questions were related to safety and work ethic as it pertains to a varied work schedule.
Recorded interview. 10-12 questions. All pretty comprehensive but over all prepared me for complicated questions in the future. I think they have employees that get furloughed so ultimately didn’t go through with the process.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell us how you will adjust to an open schedule like on call and any type of shift
I applied through other source. I interviewed at Union Pacific (Cheyenne, WY) in Jan 2026
Interview
It is a Unique process unlike any other I’ve experienced. Lots of background and tests. You’re answering prompts without a face to look at. I’ve never experienced anything like it. I hope this is now thirty words thirty words were minimum.
Interview process was very professional and comfortable with most of the process completed online. The interview was recorded with prefilled in questions. I was able to do the interview at my leisure which made me feel very comfortable completing.
