BNSF named top military employer

BNSF Railway was recently honored as one of the most military friendly employers in the U.S.

The Fort Worth, Texas-based company was included on G.I. Jobs annual Top-100 list. It was the eighth time the company has earned the recognition.

Criteria for selection to the Top 100 list includes the strength of a company’s military recruiting efforts, the percentage of new hires with prior military service, retention programs and company policies on National Guard and Reserve service.

Since 2005, BNSF has hired more than 5,000 veterans.

“These vets embody the principles of railroading — safety mindedness, efficient performance under diverse work conditions, respect for policy and procedures, mission focus, teamwork and service to country,” said BNSF chief operating officer Carl Ice.