CDL Hi-Rail Railroad Technician
$52,000–$62,400 year
On-siteMontgomery, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Oversee and complete assigned jobs/contracts by applying herbicides along railroad tracks, mixing tanks, and calibrating spray equipment. Perform daily truck inspections, routine maintenance, and system repairs while maintaining accurate daily/weekly records. Ensure all work complies with safety guidelines and regulations, identify vegetation types, and communicate with customers to address complaints professionally. This seasonal position requires a valid CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements, five years of clean driving experience, and ability to operate manual transmission trucks. Travel away from home for 6-10 weeks at a time, with most work occurring Monday through Friday between 7am and 4pm, including 10-12-hour shifts and occasional weekend or night work. DCS provides paid training in vegetation identification, chemical usage, safety procedures, and equipment operation.
Required 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)
- Must comply with company drug and alcohol policy
- 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
Desired Qualifications
- Prior experience in Hi-Rail/Vegetation Spray Industry
- Commercial Pesticide Applicators license
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