HiRail Technician

Posted 8 days ago

wright tree serviceColumbus (OH)

Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation Commuter Rail Systems

SENIORITY

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About the role

Job Title

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 PowerPointAcquire 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 DOTAbility 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):English - Read, Write, Speak
Spanish - Read, Write, SpeakOther Language _________________ - Read, Write, Speak

Travel Requirements: No-SeldomYes-Occasional (up to 5%)Yes-Moderate (5% to 25%)Yes-Substantial (25% to 50%)Yes-Extensive (greater than 50%)Physical Characteristics:(The physical demands necessary to perform the job duties with or without a reasonable accommodation.)Effective bending, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. Occasionally reach upward and downward Exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 50 pounds of force constantly to move objects Possesses the ability to lift, move, and maneuver up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis and up to 30 pounds on a frequent basis Must be able to lift and pull application hose over and around obstructions for up to four hundred feet Must be able to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned or make general observations of the community; close visual acuity, such as reading a computer screen, reading printed material, inspection of small defects, and using measurement devices Ability to enter and exit vehicles and equipment numerous times per day Environmental Factors:(The working conditions including environment if outside - weather/temperature, noise or otherwise normal office environment.)Routine exposure to indoor and outdoor working conditions Routine exposure to weather, climate and temperature, such as rain, heat, sun, cold, snow Routine exposure to nature, such as irritating plants, biting or stinging insects, dust, etc; position works outdoor on rugged terrain Routine exposure to noise, vibration, working hazards such as proximity to moving parts, mechanical equipment, moving vehicles, gasoline powered equipment, electrical current, heights, exposure to heat, exposure to chemicals, work in close quarters, narrow aisles or passageways, communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, cleaning chemicals, dust, odors, and a variety of pets Wright Tree Service employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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