Spray Train Equipment Operator

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

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is looking for a highly motivated, skilled, and safety-conscious Spray Equipment Operator with strong mechanical aptitude and a positive attitude. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating spray equipment for herbicide application on Union Pacific railroad tracks, as well as maintaining the truck and equipment.

Why This is a Unique Opportunity:
This role offers a distinctive work environment and experience that you won’t find elsewhere within our company!

Key Responsibilities:

• Pre-Shift Briefing: Each day, DCS and Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) spray team members gather in the lounge car for a job briefing to discuss the goals for the day and review safety protocols.
• Spray Car Setup: After the briefing, you will proceed to the spray car to set up for the day's work, including opening the water and chemical tanks, preparing the Raven system, and configuring the computer for spraying operations.
• Spraying Operations: You will be responsible for spraying herbicides along the railroad track, typically traveling at 25 mph and covering up to 150 miles per day. All spraying is managed through the Raven system on the spray car of the train.
• Equipment Maintenance: You will be responsible for maintaining the spray equipment and ensuring it is operating efficiently.

Comfortable Work Environment:
The spray car is equipped with comfortable amenities, including chairs, air conditioning, heating, a refrigerator, microwave, and restroom facilities. After your shift, you’ll return to the lounge car or your private room, each featuring a bed, fridge, sink, shower, toilet, A/C, and heating. The lounge car also includes a full-size refrigerator, cooktop, sink, and grill for cooking meals.

Shift Structure:
At some point, there will be two shifts in operation. While you’re off duty, you will have access to the lounge car or your private room to rest. You will work on the spray train for two weeks at a time, followed by one week of delivery truck operation, bringing chemicals to the train. While working on the truck, you will stay in company-paid motels and receive a per diem for both truck and train assignments.

The spray train and the truck are completely tobacco free.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Operations:

• Supervise the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) on-track spraying contract.
• Apply weed, grass, and brush control chemicals along Union Pacific tracks.
• Ensure proper programming of the Raven system for daily operations.
• Open and prepare all water and chemical tanks for the day’s work.
• Calibrate all spray equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety guidelines during all operations.
• Manage daily and weekly record-keeping using the company’s computer systems.

Customer Service:

• Oversee communication with customers and the public.
• Address and resolve customer or public complaints promptly.
• Report any potential safety hazards or liabilities to management immediately.

Technical Expertise:

• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of various weed, grass, and brush types.
• Possess in-depth knowledge of the chemicals used, including their applications, control methods, and associated safety protocols.
• Be proficient in application techniques and equipment usage.
• Fully understand the calibration process and the impact of spray patterns.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• 21+ years of age 
• Must have a valid driver’s license with at least 5 years of clean driving experience.
• Ability to travel away from home for up to 6 weeks (hotel expenses paid by the company when not assigned to SE).
• Regular overtime is expected with the possi