Hi-Rail Railroad Technician

About the role

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is looking for a motivated and skilled Hi-Rail Technician with a positive attitude, strong ethics, mechanical expertise, and a strong focus on safety. This position involves spraying herbicide across various railroads and managing the maintenance and operation of trucks and equipment.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage all jobs/contracts assigned.
• Apply herbicides for weed, grass, and brush control across different railroad locations.
• Handle daily routing and scheduling tasks.
• Perform daily tank mixing of chemicals.
• Conduct truck inspections and manage the maintenance and repairs of the truck and spray system.
• Calibrate all spray equipment.
• Ensure all work is carried out in adherence to strict safety protocols.
• Maintain daily and weekly records.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with customers.
• Address customer and public complaints professionally.
• Report any potential liabilities immediately.
• Possess a thorough understanding of various weed, grass, and brush species.
• Have in-depth knowledge of the chemicals used, including what they control and their safety requirements.
• Fully understand application methods, equipment, calibration, and spray patterns.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• EXPERIENCE: Must be 21+ years of age. A valid state drivers license with at least 5 years of clean driving history. Willingness to travel away from home for up to 4-6 weeks at a time (hotel expenses covered by DCS).
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test, DOT physical, and background check to work on railroad property. Commercial Pesticide Applicator License is preferred.

Standard work schedule

Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 4 PM, with shifts typically ranging from 10 to 12 hours. Some weekend or night work may be required. Occasional travel to offices during breaks for truck/equipment maintenance. Work hours may vary based on weather conditions and workload.

Additional Information

• Spraying is a seasonal task, aligned with the regional office schedule.
• Must adhere to the company’s drug and alcohol policy.
• DeAngelo Contracting Services offers paid training to help employees succeed in their roles. Training areas include: Identifying various weeds, grass, and brush species. Understanding which chemicals control specific plant species. Safely operating application equipment. Learning different field application methods. Understanding how to properly maintain equipment.

Benefits & Compensation

• Career development opportunities.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Pay increases available for: Prior Hi-Rail/vegetation spray industry experience Earning a Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License after hire.

Compensation range

Up to $26/hour depending on experience.

Challenging and rewarding work environment

Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Pay increases available for:

• Prior Hi-Rail/vegetation spray industry experience
• Earning a Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License after hire.

Additional Information

DeAngelo Contracting Services 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.