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April 02, 2025

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Irain Ambriz

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Work Experience

VLS Environmental Solutions

Lead Technician

Houston, TX February 2023 – Present

• Lead a team of 6 in performing maintenance and repair on tank cars, hopper cars, and rail equipment.

• Conduct HM-201, Rule 88, Qualification, and 55-3 inspections according to current AAR standards.

• Oversee mobile work operations at various locations, and ensure team adherence to the specific safety and work protocols of those locations.

• Perform final quality assurance (Q.A.) inspections for inbound and outbound railcars.

• Estimate repair costs, material requirements, and timeframes for projects. GATX Locomotive Group

Lead Technician

Galena Park, TX November 2017 – October 2022

• Supervised a team of 10, delegating tasks and managing workflow to meet deadlines efficiently.

• Assisted team members with troubleshooting mechanical and pneumatic systems.

• Guided proper procedures and completed documentation for operations. RESCAR Inc.

Carman/Valve Technician

Channelview, TX February 2005 – May 2011

• Disassembled and repaired both internal and safety valves; ensuring proper functionality.

• Performed maintenance on railcars and hopper cars, including replacing damaged ladders, couplers, draft gears, and side frames.

• Conducted renewal of hopper gates, caps, and other railcar components. Certifications & Skills

• Certifications: Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), PT, VT, BLT, RVI, UTT

• Technical Skills: Combo Welding, Forklift Operation, Railcar Repair, Valve Maintenance

• Languages: Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Education

San Jacinto College, North Campus

Houston, TX

Certification: Pipe Welder, Structural Welder (2012) Centennial High School

Bakersfield, California

Graduation: May 1998