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Additional Information

Benefits & Compensation

• Compensation range: $20/hourly depending on experience.
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development opportunities
• Employee referral bonus
• Pay increases available for:
  • Prior Hi-Rail/vegetation spray industry experience
  • Earning a Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License after hire.

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace where all employees are treated fairly and with respect. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the ADA.

Employment may be contingent upon successfully completing applicable pre-employment screenings, which may include criminal background checks, drug and alcohol testing, and motor vehicle record (MVR) checks. All screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable federal and state regulations, including the FCRA.

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Company Description

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is a family-owned and operated business built on the belief that our employees are part of our family. Our team provides innovative, safe, and high-quality infrastructure and maintenance services to State DOTs, railroads, and commercial and residential customers across the United States.

At DCS, we believe great people are the foundation of great service. That's why we invest in our employees by offering competitive pay, excellent benefits, employee engagement events, and opportunities for career growth and development. When you join DCS, you're joining a team that values its people and is committed to helping them succeed!

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Job Description

As a member of DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS), you’ll use your skills to help maintain and protect the environment while representing our company’s values and reputation. This is a full-time, seasonal role (exact start and end dates may vary based on weather and workload).

Our Railroad Crossing Applicators play an important role in applying vegetation control treatments at railroad crossings, ensuring every project is completed to contract specifications with safety as the top priority.

Key Responsibilities

• Fill trucks with water/chemical mix.
• Perform minor weed eating with an industrial weed eater and chainsaw work (16" bar minimum) – approx. 25% of each day.
• Pull and roll up 300–500 feet of hose up to 32 times per day.
• Spray 8–10 railroad crossings daily.
• 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.

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 at a time (DCS provides hotel accommodations and per diem).
• Flexible schedule:
  • Most work is Monday–Friday, 7am–4pm, with 10–12-hour shifts.
  • Some weekend or night work may be required.
  • Hours may vary with weather and workload.
• Occasionally travel to offices during breaks for routine truck/equipment maintenance.
• Must comply with company drug and alcohol policy.

Training Provided

• Paid training in vegetation identification, chemical usage, safety procedures, application methods, and equipment operation/maintenance.