Total train and engine employment on Class I railroads increased by 7.49 percent in June 2011 versus June 2010, although not all major railroads increased hiring.

T&E headcounts on CSX and Canadian National (U.S. operations) declined in June 2011 versus June 2010, but all other railroads increased their headcounts — primarily through recalls from furlough.

The following table shows the changes in headcount for June 2011 versus June 2010, as reported by the U.S. Surface Transportation Board:

 CLASS I RAILROAD JUNE 2011 JUNE 2010     +/-
BNSF16,41415,032+ 1,382
CSX10,84110,928–      87
CN (U.S.) 2,134 2,325–     191
KCS 1,289 1,196+     93
NS11,78310,610+ 1,173
SOO 1,435 1,423+     12
UP20,21518,127+ 2,088
AMTRAK 3,410 3,348+     62