Commercial Vehicle Safety Inspector

Texas A&M International; Riviera (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas Department of Public Safety invites applications for the DPS - THP - Commercial Motor Vehicle Inspector role. You will perform journey-level inspections to assess safety compliance of commercial vehicles and drivers, documenting deficiencies and issuing citations or warnings as required.

The position requires a high school diploma, at least two years of related experience, a valid driver's license, and certifications in Roadside/Hazardous Materials inspections.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience in work involving customer interaction, clerical, mechanical or moderately technical work or other work that requires frequent mental activity and decision making.
• Substitution Note: Additional work experience of the type described, or other related education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.
• Licensure and/or Certification: If driving is required, must possess a valid driver license from state of residence. Maintain current Certification in: North American Roadside Inspection, Hazardous Material Inspection, Bulk Packaging Inspection, Motor Coach Inspection, and all other training required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety inspections of commercial motor vehicles in accordance with federal regulations and State law.
• Document identified deficiencies and infractions while placing the subject vehicles into an Out of Service status according to federally mandated guidelines.
• Prepare notice to appear citations / warnings for violations of the motor carrier safety regulations and/or the hazardous materials regulations.
• Examine the permits, licenses and registration records to ensure compliance with state / federal licensing / registration requirements.
• Compose and complete a variety of documents (narrative reports, violation reports, written warnings, general correspondence, weekly reports, vouchers, etc.) as needed.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with commercial carriers, commercial operators, Department employees and the general public.
• Respond to telephone, written or in person inquiries from the general public concerning commercial vehicle requirements.

Skills

Customer interaction

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma/equivalent

Tools

CAPPS

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Texas Department of Public Safety invites applications for the DPS - THP - Commercial Motor Vehicle Inspector role. You will perform journey-level inspections to assess safety compliance of commercial vehicles and drivers, documenting deficiencies and issuing citations or warnings as required.

The position requires a high school diploma, at least two years of related experience, a valid driver's license, and certifications in Roadside/Hazardous Materials inspections.