Railroad technician

Job Description

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Hi-Rail Technician 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 various railroads, as well as maintaining truck and equipment needs.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES :

• Oversee all jobs / contracts sent to work on.
• Spray complete weed, grass, and brush killer to various railroads.
• Do all daily routing and scheduling.
• Do all daily tank mixing.
• Do truck inspections (responsible for truck / spray system maintenance and repairs).
• Calibrate all spray equipment.
• Make sure all work is conducted in compliance with strict safety guidelines.
• Responsible for all daily / weekly record keeping.
• Handle all contact with customers.
• Handle customer / public complaints.
• Report any potential liabilities immediately.
• 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 :

• CDL with tanker and air brake endorsement is required.
• Ability to travel away from home for up to 4-6 weeks at a time. (Hotel expenses provided by DCS).
• Most work is done Monday-Friday 7am-4pm and most days are 10 12-hour shifts.
• Some weekend, or night work may be required.
• Occasional travel to offices during breaks to leave trucks / equipment for routine maintenance.
• Hours may vary depending on weather conditions and workload.
• Spraying will be seasonal coinciding with regional office.
• Must comply with the company drug and alcohol policy.

DeAngelo Contracting Services provide our employees with paid training to help them become successful in their positions.

Areas of training include :

• Learn how to identify different weeds, grass, and brush species.
• Determine what chemicals effectively control what plant species.
• Learn how to safely operate application equipment.
• Different application methods utilized in the field.
• An understanding of how to maintain equipment.

Additional Information

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
• Increase in pay if prior experience in Hi-Rail / Vegetation Spray Industry.
• Increase in pay if a Commercial Pesticide Applicators license is obtained after hire.
• Pay rate : $20-24 DOE

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.

Last updated : 2024-03-23