Railcar Repair Technician I

American Industrial Transport - AITX; Brookhaven (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with match

Health benefits

Paid time off

On-the-job training

Referral incentives

Safety incentives

Boot allowance

Rx eyewear allowance

Job summary

AITX Repair Services in Mississippi is seeking Railcar Repair Technicians to perform repairs and maintenance on railcars in accordance with FRA and AAR rules. You will read blueprints, interpret work orders, and ensure accurate repair records while upholding safety standards.

The role offers competitive hourly compensation with room for growth, plus benefits such as health, vision, dental, 401K, PTO, and paid on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write English at a high school level.
• Ability to work in the heat and cold and in all-weather conditions.
• Comfortable working around heavy equipment and on top of and under railcars.
• Knowledge of machines and tools required to weld, cut and gouge.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions including basic blueprints and schematics.
• Basic mechanical skills and the ability to read a tape measure.
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Interpret job work orders to perform required repairs
• Coordinate and complete repairs in an efficient manner and within assigned hours
• Follow all safety rules, keep work area clean and comply with all AITX EHS Policies
• Ensure AAR, ARS and customer quality assurance standards are met

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Reading/writing English

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Welding tools

Cutting tools

Gouging equipment

Job description

AITX Repair Services is currently seeking candidates to fill our open Railcar Repair Technician positions.

Compensation And Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Lots of room for growth
• The Ability to be Home Every Night / No Travel.
• 401K with match
• Full Health , Vision and Dental Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Paid on the Job Training
• Referral and safety incentives
• Boot and RX eyewear allowances

A Railcar Repair Technician at this facility will be responsible for all aspects of railcar repair and maintenance. The team members must be able to read and understand blueprints, make car repairs in compliance with FRA and AAR rules and keep good repair records. As well as ensuring all company guidelines , quality assurance and safety rules are followed and met while performing job duties.

Job Duties

• Interpret job work orders to perform required repairs
• Coordinate and complete repairs in an efficient manner and within assigned hours
• Follow all safety rules, keep work area clean and comply with all AITX EHS Policies
• Ensure AAR, ARS and customer quality assurance standards are met

Job Requirements

• Ability to read and write English at a high school level
• Ability to w ork in the heat and cold and in all-weather conditions
• C omfortable work ing around heavy equipment and on top of and under railcars, as well as around railroad tracks.
• Knowledge of machines and tools required to weld, cut and gouge
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions including basic blueprints and schematics.
• Basic mechanical skills and the ability to read a tape measure
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen

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 the 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 .