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Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors, Except Aviation

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Summary Description


	Inspect and monitor transportation equipment, vehicles, or systems to ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Air Brake Tester

2.	Air Brakes Inspector

3.	Auto Inspector

4.	Automobile Tester

5.	Brakes Inspector

6.	Bus and Trolley Inspecting Dispatcher

7.	Bus Inspector

8.	Car Body Inspector

9.	Car Examiner

10.	Car Inspector

11.	Carman

12.	Chief Mechanical Officer (CMO)

13.	Compliance Analyst

14.	Compliance Manager

15.	Detector Car Operator

16.	Diesel Engine Inspector

17.	Diesel Technician

18.	Dispatcher, Railroad, Inspecting

19.	Electronic Technician (Electro Tech)

20.	Emission Inspection Technician

21.	Emission Specialist

22.	Emissions Inspector

23.	Emissions Testing and Repair Technician

24.	Emissions Testing Technician

25.	Engine Inspector

26.	Equipment Inspector

27.	Inspector

28.	Journal Box Inspector

29.	Locomotive Inspector

30.	Maintenance Inspector

31.	Maintenance Vehicle Inspector

32.	Motor Carrier Inspector

33.	Motor Vehicle Inspector

34.	Motor Vehicles Inspector

35.	New Car Inspector

36.	Operations Inspector

37.	Public Transportation Inspector

38.	Quality Assurance Inspector

39.	Rail Flaw Detector Operator

40.	Rail Technician

41.	Rail Transit Vehicle Inspector

42.	Railroad Car Inspector

43.	Railroad Inspector

44.	Railroad Shop Inspector

45.	Railroad Track Inspector

46.	Safety Engineer

47.	Safety Inspector

48.	Safety Officer

49.	School Bus Inspector

50.	Ship Surveyor

51.	Signal Inspector

52.	Signal Maintenance Supervisor

53.	Smog Check Technician

54.	Smog Technician

55.	Station Inspector

56.	Street Car Inspector

57.	Tank Car Inspector

58.	Tank Inspector

59.	Track Inspecting Supervisor

60.	Track Inspector

61.	Traffic Inspector

62.	Train Inspector

63.	Transit Vehicle Inspector

64.	Transportation Inspector

65.	Truck Safety Inspector

66.	Tunnel Inspector

67.	Vehicle Inspector

68.	Watch Inspector

69.	Way Inspector

70.	Wheel and Axle Inspector

71.	Wheel Inspector

72.	Yard Inspector

Job Tasks

	Inspect vehicles or other equipment for evidence of abuse, damage, or mechanical malfunction.

	Inspect vehicles or equipment to ensure compliance with rules, standards, or regulations.

	Examine transportation vehicles, equipment, or systems to detect damage, wear, or malfunction.

	Conduct vehicle or transportation equipment tests, using diagnostic equipment.

	Inspect repairs to transportation vehicles or equipment to ensure that repair work was performed properly.

	Investigate complaints regarding safety violations.

	Prepare reports on investigations or inspections and actions taken.

	Issue notices and recommend corrective actions when infractions or problems are found.

	Examine carrier operating rules, employee qualification guidelines, or carrier training and testing programs for compliance with regulations or safety standards.

	Investigate and make recommendations on carrier requests for waiver of federal standards.

	Review commercial vehicle logs, shipping papers, or driver and equipment records to detect any problems or to ensure compliance with regulations.

	Investigate incidents or violations, such as delays, accidents, and equipment failures.

	Negotiate with authorities, such as local government officials, to eliminate hazards along transportation routes.

	Evaluate new methods of packaging, testing, shipping, or transporting hazardous materials to ensure adequate public safety protection.

	Attach onboard diagnostics (OBD) scanner cables to vehicles to conduct emissions inspections.

	Compare emissions findings with applicable emissions standards.

	Conduct remote inspections of motor vehicles, using handheld controllers and remotely directed vehicle inspection devices.

	Conduct visual inspections of emission control equipment and smoke emitted from gasoline or diesel vehicles.

	Identify emissions testing procedures and standards appropriate for the age and technology of vehicles.

	Identify modifications to engines, fuel systems, emissions control equipment, or other vehicle systems to determine the impact of modifications on inspection procedures or conclusions.

	Monitor or review output from systems, such as Thermal Imaging Units (TIU) or roadside imaging tools, to identify high risk commercial motor vehicles for follow-up inspections.

	Perform low-pressure fuel evaluative tests (LPFET) to test for harmful emissions from vehicles without onboard diagnostics (OBD) equipment.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.


		conduct performance testing

		inspect commercial vehicles

		inspect transportation equipment for damage or defects

		inspect manufactured products or materials

		examine products or work to verify conformance to specifications

		examine locomotives or cars to detect damage or structural defects

		inspect equipment or vehicles for cleanliness or damage

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.


		gather physical evidence

		study time, motion, or work methods of workers

		review traffic routing or control plans

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.


		signal directions or warnings to coworkers

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).


		operate precision test equipment

		use electrical or electronic test devices or equipment

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.


		repair commercial transportation equipment

		test mechanical products or equipment

		examine vehicle to detect malfunctions, damage, or maintenance needed

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.


		record test results, test procedures, or inspection data

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.


		maintain safe work environment

		monitor public transportation system operation

		monitor operations to verify conformance to standards

		monitor traffic conditions or motorists

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.


		understand technical operating, service or repair manuals

		recognize characteristics of metals

		recognize public safety hazards

		recognize characteristics of alloys

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.


		use local or regional geographical knowledge to transportation

		use oral or written communication techniques

		use knowledge of investigation techniques

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.


		inspect products or systems for regulatory compliance

		perform safety inspections in industrial, manufacturing or repair setting

		perform safety inspections in transportation setting

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.


		verify investigative information

		investigate complaints, disturbances, or violations

		mark items for acceptance or rejection, according to conformance to specifications

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.


		test electrical/electronic wiring, equipment, systems or fixtures

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.


		recommend action to ensure compliance

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.


		maintain records, reports, or files

		prepare reports

		prepare safety reports

		prepare technical reports or related documentation

		prepare reports for management

		prepare reports of inspections

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.


		direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.


		judge terrain conditions for vehicle or equipment operation

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.


		evaluate performance of employees or contract personnel

		monitor worker performance

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.


		communicate technical information

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Staffing Organizational Units — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.


		recommend personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, and dismissals

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