DeAngelo Contracting Services

railroads

CDLHi-RailRailroadTechnician

$0–0k Denver, Colorado, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“CDL Hi-Rail Railroad Technician at DeAngelo Contracting Services. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement, herbicide application, equipment maintenance, vegetation identification. Oversee and complete assigned jobs/contracts. Apply herbicides (weed, grass, and brush control) along railroads”

Industry & Context.

railroads
Eligibility Requirements

Ability to travel away from home for up to 8 weeks at a time, Flexible schedule, Some weekend or night work may be required, Hours may vary with weather and workload, Occasionally travel to offices during breaks for routine truck/equipment maintenance, subject to pre-employment screenings such as criminal background checks, pre-employment, post-accident & reasonable impairment drug screenings, motor vehicle record checks

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

21+ years of age or older, Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, DOT physical, and federal background check for railroad property access, Valid CDL (Class A or B) with tanker and air brake endorsements, 5 years of total clean driving experience required, Must be able to operate manual transmission trucks (no automatic restrictions), Must comply with company drug and alcohol policy

Nice to Have

Prior experience in the Hi-Rail/Vegetation Spray Industry, Commercial Pesticide Applicator license

What You'll Do.

Oversee and complete assigned jobs/contracts

Apply herbicides (weed

and brush control) along railroads

Mix tanks and calibrate spray equipment

Perform daily truck inspections

Maintain accurate daily/weekly records

Ensure all work complies with safety guidelines and regulations

Communicate with customers and address complaints professionally

Identify vegetation types and understand proper application methods

and safety requirements

How You'll Work.

Communication Scope

Communicate with customers and address complaints professionally

Full Job 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! DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is seeking a motivated and skilled CDL Hi-Rail Technician with strong ethics, mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to safety. This is a full-time seasonal position with start and end dates depending on weather conditions and workload. As a Hi-Rail Technician, you’ll play a key role in spraying herbicide along railroad tracks while maintaining trucks and spray equipment. This role offers challenging, rewarding work with travel, training, and opportunities to grow in the vegetation management industry. Key Responsibilities * Oversee and complete assigned jobs/contracts. * Apply herbicides (weed, grass, and brush control) along railroads. * Mix tanks and calibrate spray equipment. * Perform daily truck inspections, routine maintenance, and system repairs. * Maintain accurate daily/weekly records. * Ensure all work complies with safety guidelines and regulations. * Communicate with customers and address complaints professionally. * Identify vegetation types and understand proper application methods, chemicals, and safety requirements. ## Qualifications * High School Diploma or equivalent. * 21+ years of age or older. * Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, DOT physical, and federal background check for railroad property access. * Valid CDL (Class A or B) with tanker and air brake

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