EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM
CDL Electric Company, Inc. is always looking for good people, and you can help. Research has shown, and our own experience supports, that new hires who come into a company through employee referrals are excellent contributors, stay with the company longer and are more cost-effective recruits. That's where you come in!
If you know someone who would be a good addition to CDL Electric Company, Inc., you may be awarded a referral bonus up to $500 (less taxes) if you refer a candidate and he or she is hired. Payment terms are stated below.
Employees must refer candidates to Human Resources Department through the employee referral program by using the candidate referral form.
$200
$500 - will be awarded for team members placed in entry and mid-level positions.
- will be awarded for team members placed in lead, management, estimating, and journeyman level positions.
Program Rules
» All CDL Electric Company, Inc. employees, except those at vice president level and above, Human Resources personnel, and managers with hiring authority over the referred candidates, are eligible for the referral bonus. (Hiring managers can participate if a new employee is referred to a different department)
» The referral date cannot be earlier than the date the job opening is posted. The hiring of a referred employee must occur within 30 days of the initial referral date.
» The referral must represent the candidate's first contact with CDL Electric Company, Inc.
» Temporary, summer, contract and former employees of CDL Electric Company, Inc. are not eligible candidates for referral awards.
» To be eligible for an award, an employee must submit a referral to Human Resources with a candidate referral form.
» The referring employee must agree to have his or her name used when the company contacts the candidate.
» The first employee to refer a candidate will be the only referring employee eligible for payment.
» Only candidates who meet the essential qualifications for the position will be considered.
» All candidates will be evaluated for employment consistent with company policies and procedures.
» All information regarding the hiring decision will remain strictly confidential.
» The referring employee must be employed by CDL Electric Company, Inc. during the hired candidate's first 90 days of employment to receive the first payment of the referral bonus. ($100 entry/mid-level & $200 for all other positions)-The referring employee must be employed by CDL Electric Company, Inc. during the hired candidate's first 6 months of employment to receive the second payment of the referral bonus ($100 entry/mid-level & $300 for all other positions)-Any disputes or interpretations of this employee referral program will be handled through Human Resources.
» The first referral bonus payment will be paid 90 days after the referred employee's first day of employment at CDL Electric Company, Inc., as long as the referring employee is still employed.
» The second referral bonus payment will be paid 6 months after the referred employee’s first day of employment as long as the referring employee is still employed.
SAFETY REMINDERS
with Curt Featherby
HEAT IS COMING
Summer is coming soon and the temperatures are beginning to rise. So too does the risk of heat illness. Heat-related deaths and illness are preventable, yet every year many people will succumb to the effects of heat. Heat-related illness is also an underlying cause of a high percentage of nonfatal incidents.
People suffer from heat-related illness when their bodies are unable to compensate and properly cool themselves. The body normally cools itself by sweating. Under certain conditions, sweating will fail to cool the body and the storage of heat over time will lead to the signs and symptoms of heat illness.
Heat Illness Prevention
Minimize Heat – Probably one of the best ways to avoid heat stress is to minimize the heat in the workplace. However, this can be especially difficult when the workplace itself is outdoors and little or no shade is available to help reduce exposure.
Gradual Adjustment – The best way to prepare the body for heat is through gradual adjustment. This adjustment usually takes from 5-7 days, during which the body will undergo a series of changes that will make continued exposure to heat more endurable.
Gradual Exposure – Gradual exposure to heat gives the body time to become acclimatized to higher environmental temperatures. Heat-related illness is more likely to occur among workers that have not been given ample time to adjust to working in the heat.
Preventive Measures:
» As the heat index begins to climb to dangerous levels, precautions must be taken to avoid the possibility of a heat-related illness. Staying indoors in air-conditioned areas should be considered whenever possible.
» Should it be necessary to go outside for prolonged periods during peak temperatures:
» Acclimate to the heat, limit the amount of time spent in the heat.
» Hydrate your body, drinking more fluids before, during, and after exposure to heat.
» Hydrate your body, before you become thirsty. Drink 3 to 4 cups of water every hour starting
» Avoid choosing the wrong drinks (liquids that contain alcohol, caffeine, or large amounts of sugar – they cause your body to lose more fluid).
» Avoid eating hot and heavy meals. Eat light meals.
» Choose lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing to wear.
» Protect your body from the sun. Wear wide-brimmed hats. Apply sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher. Take frequent rest breaks in a cool, shaded area.
» Avoid overexerting your body. Slow down and avoid strenuous activity.
» Become familiar with the early warning signs and symptoms of the various heat-related illnesses.
REMEMBER: Your best defense against heat-related illness is prevention. Staying cool and making simple changes in fluid intake, activities, and clothing during hot weather can help you to remain safe and healthy.
TRADESHOW HIGHLIGHT
CDL recently attended the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association Annual Conference 2026, one of the rail industry’s leading events for short line and regional railroad professionals.
The conference provided a valuable platform for CDL to connect with key decision-makers, strengthen existing partnerships, and showcase targeted solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of railroad operations. This year, CDL’s presence centered around two primary offerings: the Gatemech S60 Plus system and its new locomotive lighting product line. The Gatemech S60 Plus drew strong interest for its reliability and performance in crossing signal applications,
reinforcing CDL’s commitment to safety and proven infrastructure solutions.
In addition, the introduction of CDL’s locomotive lighting offering opened the door to new conversations with operators seeking improved visibility, durability, and modernized equipment across their fleets. The event proved to be highly successful, generating meaningful engagement and forward-looking discussions with industry partners. CDL’s ability to present both established solutions and new product offerings positioned the company for continued growth, with connections made at ASLRRA expected to translate into future opportunities and expanded relationships across the rail sector.
CURRENT OPEN POSITIONS
Boring Services
• Boring Forman - Pittsburg, KS
• Boring Locator/Laborer - Pittsburg, KS
• Boring Operator/LeadhandPittsburg, KS
HVAC Services
• HVAC Lead Installers - Pittsburg, KS/ Humboldt, KS/Nevada, MO/Fort Scott, KS
• HVAC Service Techs - Nevada, MO/ Fort Scott, KS
Electrical Services
• Summer Electrical Apprentice Internship - Pittsburg, KS
• Generator Technician - Pittsburg, KS
• Service Electrician - Pittsburg, KS
• Journeyman/Master ElectriciansPittsburg, KS/Humboldt, KS
Railroad Services
• Railroad Signal Maintainers check the website for openings Underground Utilities
• Underground Utilities Drill OperatorTexas
• Underground Utilities Laborer-Texas
• Underground Utilities SupervisorTexas
• Underground Utilities Drill OperatorCDL LICENSE A MUST-Tulsa, Oklahoma
Plumbing Services
• Backflow Specialist - Pittsburg, KS
• Plumbing Assistant - Pittsburg, KS
• Journeyman/Master PlumbersPittsburg, KS/Humboldt, KS
Above are the current open positions. If you or someone you know is interested, please send Human Resources an email and submit resumes via https://cdlelectric.com/careers/