CDL Spray Train Equipment Operator

Company Description

DCS is a family owned and operated business with treating all employees like family at the core of our values. Our employees provide innovative, safe and high-quality infrastructure/maintenance contracting services to State DOTs, railroads, and other commercial/residential customers across the entire United States. Employees receive generous compensation packages, employee engagement events & career development programs, just to name a few of the perks of being part of the DCS family!

To provide quality service, we need top-of-the-line employees. That is why we offer great compensation, awesome benefits, and a work environment worth bragging about! 

Job Description

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Spray equipment operator with a great attitude, strong ethics and morals, and a vast mechanical aptitude with a keen sense of safety. This job is responsible for spraying herbicide to Union Pacific railroad, as well as maintaining truck and equipment needs.

This is a unique job opportunity unlike no other in our company!

All DCS and UPRR personnel assigned to spray equipment meet in lounge car for a job briefing before your shift starts to discuss what is to be accomplished that day, as well as how to accomplish it all safely, before going to workstations.

You will then go to the spray car and set it up to start spraying. You will then open the water and chemical tanks, set up the Raven system, and the computer for the day’s work. All spraying is controlled by the Raven system, which is in the spray car of the train. We generally spray down the track at 25mph and try to make it 150 miles per day.

The spray car is set up to be comfortable, with nice chairs, A/C, heat, a refrigerator, microwave, and a restroom. After your shift, the DCS crew will go back to the lounge car, or to your room. Each person that is assigned to the SE will be given a room that has a bed, small fridge, sink, shower, toilet, A/C, and heat. The lounge car has a full-size refrigerator, cooktop, sink, and even a grill if you wish to cook out.

We will run two shifts at some point, which means another shift will be spraying while you are off duty in the lounge or your room. You will be required to stay on the spray train for two weeks at a time, then spend one week operating a delivery truck that brings the chemicals to the train. While you are on the truck, you will be staying in motels (paid for by the company). You will also receive a per diem while on the train or in the truck.

The spray train and the truck are completely tobacco free.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

OPERATIONS:

• Oversee UPRR on track contract.
• Spray complete weed, grass, and brush killer to Union Pacific railroad.
• Ensure Raven system is programed properly for today’s work.
• Open all water and chemical tanks to be used that day.
• Calibrate all spray equipment.
• Make sure all work is conducted in compliance with strict safety guidelines.
• Responsible for all daily/weekly record keeping via company computer.

SERVICE:

• Oversee all contact with customers.
• Handle customer/public complaints.
• Report any potential liabilities immediately.

TECHNICAL:

• Full understanding of weed, grass, and brush types.
• Complete understanding of chemicals used, what they control, and all safety requirements.
• Full understanding of application methods and equipment.
• Full understanding of calibration and spray patterns.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Must have a Class A or B CDL with at least 3 years of clean driving.
• CDL with tanker, hazmat and air brake endorsements is required.
• Ability to travel away from home for up to 6 weeks (hotel expenses paid by the company when not assigned to SE).
• Regular overtime is expected with the possibility of 60-65 hours per week.
• Night work may be required.
• Hours may vary depending on weather conditions and workload.
• Spraying will be year-round as the train covers the entire UPRR system.
• Must have basic computer skills, data entry, email, excel, etc. 
• Must comply with the company drug and alcohol policy.

Additional Information

ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and climb ladders/stairs on spray train.
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The spray train is geared up to run 24/7. This will require us to work and live aboard spray train. We will provide rooms on the train and a per-diem for food.
• When operating delivery truck (CDL) motel rooms will be provided by the company along with a per-diem for food.

Benefit Highlights:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) 
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Career Development
• Pay rate: $22-24/hr 

Come be a part of the DeAngelo family, today! 

DCS is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all hiring and employment regulations. In the event an ADA accommodation is needed, DCS is happy to help all employees achieve gainful employment in an atmosphere where they are appreciated and respected. DCS offers subcontracting services to government agencies as such, candidates may be subject to pre-employment screenings such as criminal background checks, pre-employment, post-accident & reasonable impairment drug screenings, motor vehicle record checks, etc. as such, DCS complies with all federal and state regulatory guidelines including the FCRA.