Railroad Crossing Technician
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!
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
As an employee of DCS, you will be asked to contribute your skills and expertise to help make the environment beautiful all while upholding our company’s values, principles, and family name! Our Railroad Crossing Technicians complete basic duties, such as spraying the railroad crossings according to contract specifications, all while focusing on safety,
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Fill truck with water/chemical mix.
- Minor weed eating with an industrial weed eater and minor chainsaw work with at least a 16” bar on saw, approximately 25% of the time each day.
- Pull hose out 300-500 feet to spray the length of crossing, and then pull hose back to the truck and roll up. In a typical day, you will pull out 300-500 feet of hose 32 times.
- Must drive truck and spray 8 to 10 railroad crossings per day.
- Must call MTM for daily job briefing.
- Perform paperwork required for the job at the end of the day.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION:
- High school diploma or equivalent or higher is required.
EXPERIENCE:
- 21+ years of age.
- A valid driver’s license with at least 3 years of clean driving required.
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and DOT physical, as well as a federal background check to work on railroad property.
- Ability to travel away from home up to 4-6 weeks at a time. (Hotel accommodations and per-diem paid by DCS).
- Commercial Pesticide Applicators License preferred.
- Most work is done Monday-Friday 7AM-4 PM and most days are 10–12-hour shifts.
- Some weekend or night work may be required.
- Occasional travel to offices during breaks to leave trucks/equipment for routine maintenance.
- Hours may vary depending on weather conditions and workload.
- Spraying will be seasonal coinciding with regional office.
- Must comply with the company drug and alcohol policy.
DeAngelo Contracting Services provide our employees with paid training to help them become successful in their positions. Areas of training include:
- Learn how to identify different weeds, grass, and brush species.
- Determine what chemicals effectively control what plant species.
- Learn how to safely operate application equipment.
- Different application methods utilized in the field.
- An understanding of how to maintain equipment.
Additional Information
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
- 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: $18-20/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.
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Join the DCS family as a Railroad Crossing Technician in beautiful Peoria, IL! At DeAngelo Contracting Services, we pride ourselves on treating our employees like family while providing top-notch infrastructure and maintenance solutions to state DOTs, railroads, and various commercial and residential customers across the nation. As a Railroad Crossing Technician, you'll be at the forefront of our operations, completing essential tasks such as spraying railroad crossings to contract specifications. Your work will not only keep our infrastructure safe but will also enhance the beauty of the environment around you! Your typical day will involve filling your truck with water and a chemical mix, minimizing weed growth with industrial equipment, and driving to spray across 8 to 10 crossings each day. You’ll also take the essential steps to ensure safety by performing daily briefings and documentation. The DCS team truly values your commitment and in return offers competitive pay, generous benefits, employee engagement events, and a supportive work culture that encourages career development. If you're 21 or older, have a valid driver’s license, and can commit to working in varying conditions, we want to hear from you! Come contribute your skills to our mission and enjoy a rewarding and collaborative work environment that feels like home!
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