Mobile Railcar Repair Technician

Job Summary & Core Responsibilities: The Railcar Repair Technician performs a variety of repairs, rebuilds, modifications and assemblies on various types of railroad freight cars and their parts.

All work performed must meet current AAR and quality assurance guidelines and requirements.

Must be able to pass physical, hair follicle drug test, and background check.

* Perform railcar repairs to FRA and AAR guidelines and customer requirements.

* Interpret job work orders to make appropriate repairs on defective or worn parts or replace them as directed.

* Perform welding and fitting operations for refurbishing or repairing railcars.

* Coordinate and complete repairs in an efficient manner and within assigned hours.

* Follow all safety rules, keep work area clean, and comply with all Company policies.

* Perform confined space entries.

* Work from heights.

* Wear a respirator as required.

* Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) * Work with moderate noise levels.

Required Experience / Skills / Qualifications * Good oral and written communication skills * Prior mechanical experience preferred * Minimum of 1-2 years welding experience preferred * Highly organized and able to prioritize and manage time efficiently with the ability to handle stress in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.

* Ability to work under tight time constraints, handle sensitive data, and multi-task so that deadlines can be met.

Required Education / Training / Certifications: * High School Diploma or G.E.D.

is required * Prior formal welding training/education preferred * Valid picture ID and social security card You will work primarily outside in extreme heat and cold, wet/humid, dry and dusty conditions.

Physical Demands: Physical Abilities Stand-continuously Walk - continuously Sit - occasionally Climb - frequently Crawl - occasionally Squat or kneel - frequently Bend - frequently Fine Manipulation - occasionally Reach Outward - frequently Reach above shoulder - occasionally Drive - occasionally Lift / Carry 10 lbs or less - consistently 11 - 20 lbs - frequently 21 - 50 lbs - occasionally 51 - 100 lbs - N/A Over 100 lbs - N/A Push / Pull 10 lbs or less - consistently 10 - 20 lbs - frequently 20 - 50 lbs - occasionally 51 - 100 lbs - N/A Over 100 lbs - N/A N/A (Not Applicable) - Activity is not applicable to this occupation Occasionally - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (.25 - 2.5 hrs/day) Frequently - Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day) Continuously - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

AITX will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

AITX is an Equal Opportunity Employer AITX provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

In addition to federal law requirements, AITX complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which AITX has facilities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.