Forbes Names CSX One of America 's Best Employers
"One of CSX's core values is 'People Make the
Difference,' and being recognized as one of the most highly recommended
employers is a true honor and testament to our collective efforts," said
Michael J. Ward, chairman and chief executive officer. "CSX is committed
to hiring and retaining the best and brightest employees from a variety of
backgrounds, and offering opportunities for competitive pay and benefits in an
industry that provides critical support to our nation's economy."
Forbes determined its first-ever "America 's Best Employers" list based on a
survey of more than 20,000 American workers at U.S. companies and divisions of
multinationals, nonprofit institutions such as hospitals, and government
agencies. CSX was also recently recognized as one of the "World's Most
Admired Companies" by FORTUNE magazine, as one of the G.I. Jobs' 2015
"Top 100 Military Friendly Employers," and as a "Best Place to Work
in IT" by IDG's Computerworld.
CSX prides itself on attracting and retaining a diverse and
inclusive workforce, and consistently being a top employer of military
veterans. One in five CSX employees have served in the armed forces and 27
percent of the company's new employees in 2014 has military experience.
CSX is dedicated to providing employees with the tools and
resources they need to flourish in their careers. The company offers
best-in-class training and development opportunities, including the CSX
Railroad Education and Development Institute's 60 front-line rail operations
training programs. CSX has also invested in and equipped employees with
advanced engineering and technology including robotics and mobile apps, which
help them to be safer and more efficient in their daily tasks.
A comprehensive employee health and wellness program
provides an array of healthy lifestyle options, including gym facilities across
the network and dedicated Health and Wellness counselors. Additionally,
employees are encouraged to volunteer and give back to their communities
through opportunities such as the Dollars for Doers program, in which CSX
matches employees' volunteer time at eligible non-profits with company
financial resources.
About CSX
CSX, based in Jacksonville ,
Florida United States , where nearly
two-thirds of the nation's population resides.
It also links more than 240 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean,
river and lake ports with major population centers and farming towns
alike. More information about CSX
Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Like us on Facebook
(http://www.facebook.com/OfficialCSX) and follow us on Twitter (http://twitter.com/CSX).
Contact:
Melanie Cost
(904) 359-1037