How many hour a week does Pacific Union train crew work?


How many hour a week does Pacific Union train crew work? Instead of working a standard 40-hour week, there are variable work hours and irregularly scheduled days off. Train Crews are often on call, even on nights, weekends and holidays, and are typically required to report to work within 90 minutes of notification.


How long is a train crew shift?

Federal law limits train crews to 12 hours on duty and they have to have 10 hours undisturbed rest between tours of duty. If they exceed 12 hours then they receive additional undisturbed rest on a minute by minute basis for the time them they were over 12 hours. They cannot work more than 276 hours per month.


How often do railroad workers work?

Because trains operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, railroad workers' schedules may vary to include nights, weekends, and holidays. Most work full time, and some work more than 40 hours per week.


What is the highest paying job at Union Pacific?

What is the highest salary at Union Pacific? The highest-paying job at Union Pacific is a Senior Director with a salary of $251,420 per year. What is the lowest salary at Union Pacific? The lowest-paying job at Union Pacific is a Coach Cleaner with a salary of $37,613 per year.


Does Union Pacific pay weekly or biweekly?

biweekly is standard across the railroad but dont expect much like 1500 every two weeks after all the union dues are taken...


Does Union Pacific give bonuses?

UP is offering hiring and relocation bonuses of up to $25,000 in some locations, and previous railroad experience is not required; we provide all the necessary training. A newly hired Train Crew employee can expect to earn $71,000 - $81,000 per year during their first 1-4 years of service.