CDL HiRail Railroad Technician

DeAngelo Contracting Services; South Point (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

401(K)

Generous Paid Time Off

Career Development

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

DeAngelo Contracting Services in South Point, OH, seeks a motivated CDL Hi-Rail Technician for a full-time seasonal role focused on spraying herbicide along railroad tracks and maintaining equipment. This position involves travel and on-site field work.

Candidates must hold a valid CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements, pass pre-employment screenings, and be willing to travel 6-10 weeks. The role offers training, competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid CDL (Class A or B) with tanker and air brake endorsements.
• 5 years of total clean driving experience required.
• Must be able to operate manual transmission trucks (no automatic restrictions).
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen, DOT physical, and federal background check.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

CDL (Class A or B) license

Manual transmission operation

Travel willingness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tanker endorsement

Air brake endorsement

DOT background check

Job description

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.
• Must be able to operate manual transmission trucks (no automatic restrictions).
• Ability to travel away from home for 6-10 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.

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K)
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Career Development
• Employee Referral Program
• 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.

Pay rate: $25-30/ hour

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.