Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors, Except Aviation
Human Advantage 63%
Significant human skills needed
AI Automation Risk Moderate Risk
4.5 / 10
Some tasks in this role may be augmented by AI, but human oversight and interpersonal skills remain important.
Inspect and monitor transportation equipment, vehicles, or systems to ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.
Also Known As: Air Brake Tester, Air Brakes Inspector, Auto Damage Auction Inspector (Automotive Damage Auction Inspector), Auto Inspector, Automobile Tester, Automotive Damage Field Inspector, Automotive Damage Inspector, Automotive Field Inspector +59 more
Core 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.
- Inspect repairs to transportation vehicles or equipment to ensure that repair work was performed properly.
Supplemental Tasks (11)
- Identify modifications to engines, fuel systems, emissions control equipment, or other vehicle systems to determine the impact of modifications on inspection procedures or conclusions.
- Conduct remote inspections of motor vehicles, using handheld controllers and remotely directed vehicle inspection devices.
- Prepare reports on investigations or inspections and actions taken.
- Issue notices and recommend corrective actions when infractions or problems are found.
- Conduct visual inspections of emission control equipment and smoke emitted from gasoline or diesel vehicles.
- Conduct vehicle or transportation equipment tests, using diagnostic equipment.
- Investigate incidents or violations, such as delays, accidents, and equipment failures.
- Review commercial vehicle logs, shipping papers, or driver and equipment records to detect any problems or to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Attach onboard diagnostics (OBD) scanner cables to vehicles to conduct emissions inspections.
- Investigate complaints regarding safety violations.
- Examine carrier operating rules, employee qualification guidelines, or carrier training and testing programs for compliance with regulations or safety standards.
Education & Training
Job Zone 2 Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
Education: These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
Experience: Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
On-the-Job Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
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Technology & Tools
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