HiRail Technician

Wright Tree Service•Twin Falls, ID

19h•$23 - $31

About The Position

Applies herbicide to on-track and off-track railroad areas Communicates with customers effectively to resolve concerns and plans for success Conducts pre-inspections of work areas to identify potential hazards Utilize sprayer/handheld sprayer for herbicide application Works around hazardous equipment Adheres to and helps enforce company policies, jobsite safety practices, approved work methods, and applicable OSHA and FRA regulations Uses herbicide application equipment to treat designated areas and maintains accurate application records Maintains a neat and orderly work area Conducts vehicle and equipment inspections to ensure proper working conditions. Performs routine maintenance on company vehicles, equipment, tools and reports specialized repair or service needs to the Supervisor May be required to travel or work outside of the regular regional assignment Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright’s culture of safety and employee ownership Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintain knowledge of and follow all company policies and procedures Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings

Requirements

Must be able to handle stressful situations and effectively multitask
Ability to operate and maintain electronic application tracking devices and learn new technology as needed
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Acquire and retain knowledge of proper herbicide application rates and techniques
Ability to properly identify tree, weed, and brush for analysis in multiple geographic locations
Excellent customer service and communication skills focused on rapport-building, listening, questioning and patience.
Ability to communicate effectively with the general public, customers and employees.
Ability to adhere and enforce company and industry safety requirements, including FRA and DOT
Ability to learn quickly and to follow instructions accurately
Must be able to comprehend and/or read and write both written and verbal job instructions and safety information.
Ability to recognize poisonous plants and take proper safeguard against them
Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
Willingness to work long hours and overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends, storm work) and will be subject to call-out work
Ability to operate and perform basic maintenance on all required tools and equipment
Capable of working independently or as part of a team
High School diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required
Must have valid First-Aid and CPR cards or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire

Nice To Haves

Ability to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), as required by division and contract specifications, along with a valid DOT medical card in compliance with FMCSA regulations
Maintain a valid herbicide application certification or equivalent, as required by Wright Tree Service and applicable local, state, and federal regulations
Ability to obtain eRailSafe certification

Responsibilities

Applies herbicide to on-track and off-track railroad areas
Communicates with customers effectively to resolve concerns and plans for success
Conducts pre-inspections of work areas to identify potential hazards
Utilize sprayer/handheld sprayer for herbicide application
Works around hazardous equipment
Adheres to and helps enforce company policies, jobsite safety practices, approved work methods, and applicable OSHA and FRA regulations
Uses herbicide application equipment to treat designated areas and maintains accurate application records
Maintains a neat and orderly work area
Conducts vehicle and equipment inspections to ensure proper working conditions.
Performs routine maintenance on company vehicles, equipment, tools and reports specialized repair or service needs to the Supervisor
May be required to travel or work outside of the regular regional assignment
Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright’s culture of safety and employee ownership
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintain knowledge of and follow all company policies and procedures
Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings