CDL Hi-Rail Railroad Technician

DeAngelo Contracting Services • North Platte, NE

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About The Position

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 full-time seasonal position has start and end dates that depend on weather conditions and workload. The technician applies herbicides along railroad tracks and maintains trucks and spray equipment. The role includes travel, training, and opportunities to grow in the vegetation management industry. Travel may involve being away from home for 4–6 weeks at a time; DCS covers hotel accommodations and per diem. Paid training is provided in vegetation identification, chemical usage, safety procedures, application methods, and equipment operation and maintenance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, DOT physical, and federal background check for access to railroad property.
• Valid Class A or B CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements.
• Five years of total clean driving experience.
• Ability to travel away from home for 4–6 weeks at a time.
• Must comply with the company drug and alcohol policy.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to operate manual transmission trucks.
• Prior Hi-Rail or vegetation spray experience.
• Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License, which may be earned after hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and complete assigned jobs and contracts.
• Apply herbicides for 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 and weekly records.
• Ensure all work complies with safety guidelines and regulations.
• Communicate with customers and address complaints professionally.
• Identify vegetation types and use appropriate application methods, chemicals, and safety requirements.
• Occasionally travel to offices during breaks for routine truck and equipment maintenance.

Benefits

• Hotel accommodations and per diem for work travel.
• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Career development opportunities.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Paid training.
• Pay increases available for prior Hi-Rail or vegetation spray experience and for earning a Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License after hire.

What This Job Offers

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