CDL Hi-Rail Railroad Technician

DeAngelo Contracting Services • Oklahoma City, OK

3d • $24

About The Position

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Hi-Rail Technician with a great attitude, strong ethics and morals, and a vast mechanical aptitude with a keen sense of safety. This job is responsible for spraying herbicide to various railroads, as well as maintaining truck and equipment needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Commercial drivers license (CDL) with at least 5 years clean MVR.
• CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements is required.
• Ability to travel away from home for up to 4-6 weeks (hotel expenses paid by the company).
• Most work is done Monday-Friday 7am-4pm.
• Most days are ten-hour days, but you must be able to work twelve-hour days when necessary.
• Some Saturday, Sunday, or night work may be required.
• 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.
• 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.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all jobs/contracts sent to work on.
• Spray complete weed, grass, and brush killer to various railroads.
• Do all daily routing and scheduling.
• Do all daily tank mixing.
• Calibrate all spray equipment.
• Mae sure all work is conducted in compliance with strict safety guidelines.
• Responsible for all daily/weekly record keeping.
• Handle all contact with customers.
• Handle customer/public complaints.
• Report any potential liabilities immediately.
• Full understanding of weed, 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

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K)
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Career Development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED