HiRail Technician

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Des Moines, Iowatime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR122729
** Benefits:
*** Growth opportunities
* On the job training
* Potential overtime
* Get paid weekly
* competitive benefits package
* Transportation, per diem and lodging provided
* Off season pay program offered
** Hourly Wage:** $ based on experience
** Essential

Job Duties:

**(Tasks necessary and required to perform the job.)
* Applies herbicide to on-track and off-track railroad areas
* Communicates with customers effectively to resolve concerns and plans for success
* Conducts pre-inspections of work areas to identify potential hazards
* Utilize sprayer/handheld sprayer for herbicide application
* Works around hazardous equipment
* Adheres to and helps enforce company policies, jobsite safety practices, approved work methods, and applicable OSHA and FRA regulations
* Uses herbicide application equipment to treat designated areas and maintains accurate application records
* Maintains a neat and orderly work area
* Conducts vehicle and equipment inspections to ensure proper working conditions. Performs routine maintenance on company vehicles, equipment, tools and reports specialized repair or service needs to the Supervisor
* May be required to travel or work outside of the regular regional assignment
* Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright’s culture of safety and employee ownership
* Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintain knowledge of and follow all company policies and procedures
* Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings
** Knowledge, Skills & Ability Requirements:***(Knowledge – Comprehension of a body of information acquired by experience or study. Skill – a present, observable competence to perform an activity. Ability – a competence to perform an observable behavior.)
** Must be able to handle stressful situations and effectively multitask
* Ability to operate and maintain electronic application tracking devices and learn new technology as needed
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
* Acquire and retain knowledge of proper herbicide application rates and techniques
* Ability to properly identify tree, weed, and brush for analysis in multiple geographic locations
* Excellent customer service and communication skills focused on rapport-building, listening, questioning and patience. Ability to communicate effectively with the general public, customers and employees.
* Ability to adhere and enforce company and industry safety requirements, including FRA and DOT
* Ability to learn quickly and to follow instructions accurately
* Must be able to comprehend and/or read and write both written and verbal job instructions and safety information.
* Ability to recognize poisonous plants and take proper safeguard against them
* Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
* Willingness to work long hours and overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends, storm work) and will be subject to call-out work
* Ability to operate and perform basic maintenance on all required tools and equipment
* Capable of working independently or as part of a team
** Education, Certification & Experience Requirements:**(The minimum level of education obtained, certifications held, or experience in years acceptable for the role.)
* High School diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required
* Must have valid First-Aid and CPR cards or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
** Other Preferred Requirements:** (driver’s license, CDL, pesticide or herbicide license, CPR or first-aid certified)
* Ability to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), as required by division and contract specifications, along with a valid DOT medical card in compliance with FMCSA regulations
* Maintain a valid herbicide application certification or equivalent, as required by Wright Tree Service and applicable local, state, and federal regulations
* Ability to obtain eRailSafe certification
** Language Requirements** (read, write, speak):

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