Pros
Great team member support, and extremely supportive of Veterans and actively recruit both separated Vets, and those like me, who continued to serve in the Guard and Reserves. Watco has not only supported me, but actively tries to hire and support Vets due to their experience working outdoors in adverse conditions, mission forward attitude, and leadership experience we bring. As a growing company, there is a very high opportunity for advancement especially for those who are mobile and can take advantage of openings at locations around the US. Company appreciates the ability to work with people, desire to help, and drives the servant leadership model. Training is provided, unlike going to work for a larger railroad, where you have to pay thousands for your own initial training before even being hired, Watco will pay you during training. Railroad Retirement.
Cons
Watco is growing fast, and a demanding 24/7 workplace. training someone to work takes a lot of time, so often short handed of experienced workers. Lot of focus on new railroads, not as much on old railroads. Older locomotives and track.
