Hi-Rail Railroad Technician

DeAngelo Contracting Services•Hazleton, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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!

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
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.
Must adhere to the company’s drug and alcohol policy.

Nice To Haves

Commercial drivers license preferred.
Commercial Pesticide Applicator License is preferred.
Increase in pay if prior experience in Hi-Rail/Vegetation Spray Industry.
Increase in pay if a Commercial Pesticide Applicators license is obtained after hire.

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.