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Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: At the coast or in the mountains.
Posts: 647
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I have worked for the Railroad for 34 years. First with the Southern Pacific and then the UP. I started as a brakeman and am now in management.
Railroading in general and the UP in particular can be a rewarding career.
The potential for advancement in the next 5-10 years is phenomenal. There will be a huge amount of retirements in all crafts and departments. Me included.
I would advise him to get his degree and get into management.
As a Transportation Manager, you get to ride any freight train you want to (you won't want to), but if you get high enough (VP Level), you get your own train.
John
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