Does Universal Rail Systems pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Universal Rail Systems employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Universal Rail Systems. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Universal Rail Systems?

55% of Universal Rail Systems employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Universal Rail Systems 2.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.1 for culture and values and 3.4 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Universal Rail Systems?

Track Protection Foreman (10) , Flagman (4) , Laborer (2) , Ontario Flagman (2) , Project Manager (2) , Trackman (2)

What are the pros of working at Universal Rail Systems according to real employee reviews?

"good pay, everyone helps everyone" ((in 7 reviews)); "Good benefits compared to non" ((in 5 reviews)); "Money is good" ((in 3 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Universal Rail Systems according to real employee reviews?

"Long hours" ((in 5 reviews)); "Management is disconnected from work force" ((in 5 reviews)); "No work life balance." ((in 4 reviews))

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3.4

55% would recommend to a friend

(51 total reviews)

Thomas W. Lucario

100% approve of CEO

53% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.7

Compensation and benefits

3.4

Career opportunities

3.3

Diversity & inclusion

3.1

Culture & values

2.9

Senior management

2.8

Work/Life balance

Universal Rail Systems has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 51 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Universal Rail Systems employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Transportation and logistics industry (3.5 stars).

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51 reviews

5.0

Jul 4, 2025

A Great Place to Work and Develop

Human resources advisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- lots of development opportunities - exposure to important HR functions

Cons

No cons to note at this time. Wonderful place to gain experience, network with industry and HR professionals, and grow!

2.0

Dec 28, 2024

URS Project Supervisor

Project supervisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Company Vehicle is provided for work and person use.

Cons

No work/life balance. Extended hours including days, nights, weekends and holidays. Poor understanding of their field-level employee

3.0

Oct 14, 2024

Mechanic

Heavy equipment technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Okay pay, different shift opportunities.

Cons

Not much supplied. Communication. School help isn’t good.

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