Hi-Rail Railroad Technician
Core
Managing maintenance and operation of trucks and equipment while spraying herbicide for weed, grass, and brush control across various railroad locations.
Role type
Hi-Rail Railroad Technician (Vegetation Management)
Builds
Railroad infrastructure maintenance (vegetation control)
Domain
Transportation / Rail / Agriculture
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mechanical expertise, Herbicide application, Equipment calibration, Truck maintenance, Safety protocol adherence, Chemical knowledge, Customer service, Record keeping, Routing and scheduling
Preferred skills
Commercial Pesticide Applicator License, Prior Hi-Rail/vegetation spray industry experience
Technologies
Spray systems, Trucks
Responsibilities
Supervise and manage all jobs/contracts assigned, Apply herbicides for weed, grass, and brush control, Perform daily tank mixing of chemicals, Conduct truck inspections and manage maintenance and repairs, Calibrate all spray equipment, Ensure adherence to strict safety protocols, Maintain daily and weekly records, Serve as primary point of contact with customers
Seniority
Individual Contributor, Skilled Technician