What is the NRLC?
Collective bargaining for the railroad industry differs from negotiations in other industries, because of the railroads’ importance to the American economy. Most importantly, railroads are governed by the Railway Labor Act (“RLA”), a federal statute designed to bring the parties to agreement without disruptions to rail transportation.
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Railroads Continue to Advance Employee Priorities
With robust pay, exceptional benefits, and growth opportunities, railroad jobs often become lifelong careers.
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Competitive Pay
Freight rail employees are among the highest paid workers in the nation, averaging $110,000 in annual wages.
Great Health Benefits
With platinum-level family medical coverage, employees pay $310 per month, compared to the national average of more than $500 for similar plans. And despite rising medical and pharmacy costs, healthcare premiums remained flat from 2023 to 2024.
More Flexibility
Freight rail employees receive 25-29 days of paid time off depending upon their craft, with the most senior employees receiving 37-39 days of paid time off. Over the last year, railroads have added paid sick days that now cover 93% of craft employees and implemented new agreements that give employees predictable rest days on scheduled work-rest cycles.
Securing the Future
The Railroad Retirement Act ensures employees have security in their retirement, with career railroaders receiving up to twice as much in retirement benefits as the average Social Security recipient.
A Generational Career
Because of high wages and benefits, technical training, and professional growth opportunities, freight rail employees often stay in the industry. Many make railroading their career and retire as seasoned professionals, with the average tenure for a unionized rail employee more than three times longer than the average private-sector worker.
Unlocking Potential
Freight railroads provide opportunities for everyone, whether straight out of high school or those with a professional degree. With hundreds of career paths and extensive training and apprenticeship programs, the freight rail industry enables employees to pick the path that’s right for them and provides the resources needed to advance their career.
