CDL Hi-Rail Railroad Technician

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

• A 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 endorsements.
• 5 years of total clean driving experience required.
• Ability to operate manual transmission trucks preferred.
• Ability to travel away from home for 4–6 weeks at a time (DCS covers hotel accommodations and per diem).
• Flexible schedule: Most work is Monday–Friday, 7am–4pm, with 10–12-hour shifts. 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.
• Must comply with company drug and alcohol policy.

Training

Provided Paid training in vegetation identification, chemical usage, safety procedures, application methods, and equipment operation/maintenance.

Additional Information

• Benefits & Compensation: Compensation range: $25.00/ hour depending on experience. Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Career development opportunities.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Pay increases available for: Prior Hi-Rail/vegetation spray experience Earning a Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License after hire.

Benefits & Compensation: Compensation range: $25.00/ hour depending on experience. Challenging and rewarding work environment

Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Career development opportunities

Employee referral bonus

Pay increases available for: Prior Hi-Rail/vegetation spray experience Earning a Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License after hire.