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Career Details : Motor Vehicle Inspectors

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Description

Inspect automotive vehicles to ensure compliance with governmental regulations and safety standards.

Experience

Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful in these occupations, but usually is not needed. For example, a drywall installer might benefit from experience installing drywall, but an inexperienced person could still learn to be an installer with little difficulty.

Education

These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work. In some cases, an associate's or bachelor's degree could be needed.

Training

Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees.

Tasks

  • Positions trailer and drives car onto truck trailer.
  • Inspects truck accessories, air lines, and electric circuits, and reports needed repairs.
  • Prepares and keeps record of vehicles delivered.
  • Services vehicles with fuel and water.
  • Notifies authorities of owners having illegal equipment installed on vehicle.
  • Examines vehicles for damage and drives vehicle to detect malfunctions.
  • Tests vehicle components for wear, damage, or improper adjustment, using mechanical or electrical devices.
  • Applies inspection sticker to vehicles that pass inspection, and rejection sticker to vehicles that fail.
  • Prepares report on each vehicle for follow-up action by owner or police.

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    • Consequence of Error
    • Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
    • Importance of Being Sure All Is Done
    • Degree of Automation
    • Job-Required Social Interaction

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