Non-CDL Hi-Rail Railroad Technician

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Non CDL HiRail Technician with a great attitude strong ethics and morals and a vast mechanical aptitude with a strong 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:

OPERATIONS:

• Oversee all jobs/contracts sent to work on.
• Spray complete 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.

SERVICE:

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

TECHNICAL:

• Full understanding of 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.

BENEFITS:

• Increase in pay if prior experience in HiRail/Vegetation Spray Industry. 
• Increase in pay if a Commercial Pesticide Applicators license is obtained after hire. 
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical dental visiton401K and more.

Qualifications :

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Must have a valid drivers license with at least 5 years of clean driving.
• Ability to travel away from home for up to 46 weeks at a time. (Hotel expenses provided by DCS).
• Most work is done MondayFriday 7am4pm and most days are 1012hour 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

Pay rate: $22/hour 

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 preemployment screenings such as criminal background checks preemployment postaccident & reasonable impairment drug screenings motor vehicle record checks etc. as such DCS complies with all federal and state regulatory guidelines including the FCRA.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime