Will “Motor Vehicles Inspector” be Automated?

Core Skills & Abilities

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

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

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

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

• Prepare reports on investigations or inspections and actions taken.

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

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

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

• Conduct vehicle or transportation equipment tests, using diagnostic equipment.

• Investigate complaints regarding safety violations.

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

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