HiRail Technician

Wright Tree Service • Des Moines, IA

40d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves applying herbicide to on-track and off-track railroad areas, communicating effectively with customers, and conducting pre-inspections of work areas to identify potential hazards. The technician will utilize sprayer/handheld sprayer for herbicide application, work around hazardous equipment, and adhere to company policies, safety practices, and OSHA and FRA regulations. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate application records, keeping the work area neat, and performing vehicle and equipment inspections. Travel may be required, and employees are expected to support Wright’s culture of safety and employee ownership. Compliance with all applicable laws, policies, and procedures is essential, along with maintaining regular attendance.

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
• Valid First-Aid and CPR cards or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required
• 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

Benefits

• Training and resources needed to elevate their position into a successful career
• Opportunities to earn certifications
• Leadership programs
• Customized trainings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed