CDL Hi-Rail Railroad Technician

DeAngelo Contracting Services, LLC; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Career development

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is seeking a CDL Hi-Rail Technician for full-time seasonal work across assigned rail corridors. You’ll spray herbicides along railroad tracks, maintain trucks and spray equipment, and follow safety protocols while traveling for projects.

The role requires a CDL Class A or B with tanker and air-brake endorsements, 5 years of clean driving, and flexibility to travel 4–6 weeks at a time. DCS offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 21+ years of age or older.
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen, DOT physical, and background check for railroad property access.
• Valid CDL (Class A or B) with tanker and air brake endorsements.
• 5 years of total clean driving experience.
• Willing to travel 4–6 weeks away from home; DCS provides hotel and per diem.
• Flexible schedule: most work Mon-Fri 7am-4pm; 10-12 hour shifts; some weekend/night work.
• Occasionally travel to offices during breaks for routine truck maintenance.
• Must comply with company drug and alcohol policy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and complete assigned jobs/contracts.
• Apply herbicides along railroads.
• Mix tanks and calibrate spray equipment.
• Perform daily truck inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• Maintain accurate daily/weekly records.
• Ensure safety guidelines and regulations are followed.
• Communicate with customers and address complaints professionally.
• Identify vegetation types and proper chemical application methods and safety requirements.

Skills

CDL driving

Manual transmission

Travel flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL endorsements: Tanker

Air brake endorsement

Job description

Company Description

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!

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!

Job Description

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 is a full-time seasonal position with start and end dates depending on weather conditions and workload.

As a Hi-Rail Technician, you’ll play a key role in spraying herbicide along railroad tracks while maintaining trucks and spray equipment. This role offers challenging, rewarding work with travel, training, and opportunities to grow in the vegetation management industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and complete assigned jobs/contracts.
• Apply herbicides (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/weekly records.
• Ensure all work complies with safety guidelines and regulations.
• Communicate with customers and address complaints professionally.
• Identify vegetation types and understand proper application methods, chemicals, and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 21+ years of age or older.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, DOT physical, and federal background check for railroad property access.
• Valid CDL (Class A or B) with tanker and air brake endorsements.
• 5 years of total clean driving experience required.
• Ability to operate manual transmission trucks preferred.
• Ability to travel away from home for 4-6 weeks at a time (DCS covers hotel accommodations and per diem).
• Flexible schedule:
  • Most work is Monday-Friday, 7am-4pm, with 10-12-hour shifts.
  • Some weekend or night work may be required.
  • Hours may vary with weather and workload.
• Occasionally travel to offices during breaks for routine truck/equipment maintenance.
• Must comply with company drug and alcohol policy.

Training Provided

• Paid training in vegetation identification, chemical usage, safety procedures, application methods, and equipment operation/maintenance.

Benefits & Compensation

• Compensation range: $24.00/ hour depending on experience.
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development opportunities
• Employee referral bonus
• Pay increases available for:
  • Prior Hi-Rail/vegetation spray experience
  • Earning a Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License after hire.

Come be a part of the DeAngelo family, today!

DCS is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all hiring and employment regulations. In the event an ADA accommodation is needed, DCS is happy to help all employees achieve gainful employment in an atmosphere where they are appreciated and respected. DCS offers subcontracting services to government agencies as such, candidates may be subject to pre-employment screenings such as criminal background checks, pre-employment, post-accident & reasonable impairment drug screenings, motor vehicle record checks, etc. as such, DCS complies with all federal and state regulatory guidelines including the FCRA.