Railroad Crossing Vegetation Technician

DeAngelo Contracting Services, LLC; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health/dental/vision

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Employee referral bonus

Paid training

Career development programs

Job summary

DeAngelo Contracting Services, LLC (DCS) seeks Railroad Crossing Applicators to apply vegetation control treatments at railroad crossings, prioritizing safety and contract specifications. This full-time seasonal role includes 7am–4pm shifts, travel 4–6 weeks, and operating spray trucks.

Training covers vegetation identification, chemical usage, safety, and equipment operation/maintenance. Compensation starts at $20/hour, with pay depending on experience; benefits include medical/dental/vision,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 21+ years of age or older.
• Valid driver’s license with at least 5 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 (hotel accommodations and per diem provided).
• Most work is Mon-Fri, 7am–4pm, with 10–12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Fill trucks with water/chemical mix.
• Operate an industrial weed eater and a chainsaw (16" bar or larger).
• Pull and roll up 300–500 feet of hose up to 32 times per day.
• Safely drive and operate spray trucks between crossings.
• Call MTM for daily job briefings.
• Complete required end-of-day paperwork.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Willingness to travel

Safety-conscious

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Industrial weed eater

Chainsaw (16" bar)

Spray trucks operation

Job description

DeAngelo Contracting Services, LLC (DCS) seeks Railroad Crossing Applicators to apply vegetation control treatments at railroad crossings, prioritizing safety and contract specifications. This full-time seasonal role includes 7am–4pm shifts, travel 4–6 weeks, and operating spray trucks.

Training covers vegetation identification, chemical usage, safety, and equipment operation/maintenance. Compensation starts at $20/hour, with pay depending on experience; benefits include medical/dental/vision,