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Union Pacific Corporation Lays Off Railroad Carmen in Green River

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EFFECTIVE DATE
Sep 18, 2025

What we know

Location: Green River, Wyoming.

Department affected: Railroad Carmen.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Union Pacific Corporation has laid off 50 railroad carmen in Green River, Wyoming, as part of a workforce reduction strategy. The layoffs were effective October 1, 2023, and are attributed to ongoing operational adjustments within the company. This decision reflects the company's efforts to streamline operations and manage costs in a challenging economic environment. The affected employees were part of the railroad carmen department, which plays a crucial role in maintaining and repairing rail cars. Union Pacific's management has indicated that these layoffs are necessary to ensure the company's long-term sustainability.

LayoffTalk has tracked 3 layoff events at Union Pacific Corporation since July 2024, including 15 jobs documented in official WARN filings, with 2 additional events known from news reporting.

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Union Pacific CorporationUNP
Industrials · 30,518 employees
3
EVENTS TRACKED
15
JOBS IN WARN FILINGS
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CREATED DEC 28, 2025LAST UPDATED AUG 12, 2026