DeAngelo Contracting Services
Construction
CDLHi-RailRailroadTechnician
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“CDL Hi-Rail Railroad Technician at DeAngelo Contracting Services. Skills: herbicide application, truck maintenance, equipment maintenance. Oversee and complete assigned jobs/contracts. Apply herbicides (weed, grass, and brush control) along railroads”
Industry & Context.
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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