Railroad Crossing Technician

DeAngelo Contracting Services • Sacramento, CA

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About The Position

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is hiring a Railroad Crossing Technician for a full-time, seasonal role. Exact start and end dates may vary based on weather and workload. The role applies vegetation-control treatments at railroad crossings and ensures projects meet contract specifications, with safety as the top priority. Employees may travel away from home for 4–6 weeks at a time; DCS provides hotel accommodations and per diem. Paid training is provided in vegetation identification, chemical usage, safety procedures, application methods, and equipment operation and maintenance.

The position generally involves Monday–Friday work, typically 7 a.m.–4 p.m., with shifts of 10–12 hours. Weekend or night work may sometimes be required, and hours can vary with weather and workload. Occasional travel to offices for routine truck and equipment maintenance may also be required. Compensation is up to $20 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license with at least five years of clean driving history.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, DOT physical, and federal background check for railroad property access.
• 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

• Prior Hi-Rail or vegetation spray industry experience.
• Ability to earn a Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License after hire; pay increases are available for earning the license.

Responsibilities

• Fill trucks with water and chemical mix.
• Perform minor weed eating with an industrial weed eater and chainsaw work using a 16-inch-bar minimum; this takes approximately 25% of each day.
• Pull and roll up 300–500 feet of hose up to 32 times per day.
• Spray 8–10 railroad crossings daily.
• Safely drive and operate spray trucks between crossings.
• Call MTM for daily job briefings.
• Complete required end-of-day paperwork.
• Travel occasionally to offices during breaks for routine truck and equipment maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Career development opportunities.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Hotel accommodations and per diem for travel assignments.
• Paid training in vegetation identification, chemical usage, safety procedures, application methods, and equipment operation and maintenance.

What This Job Offers

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