COMMON CARRIER INSPECTOR IV (PSC Common Carrier Inspector IV)

MD; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Public Service Commission in Baltimore seeks a Common Carrier Inspector to enforce safety standards for for-hire vehicles. The role focuses on compliance with state and federal regulations and direct inspection of vehicles and records.

The incumbent will work under STD0012 grade, coordinate with the Maryland State Police, and participate in safety initiatives under MCSAP, including joint inspections at road events.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalency.
• Experience: Four years of experience in repair/maintenance or inspection of gasoline/diesel vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Inspect for-hire passenger vehicles (buses, vans, limousines, cars) for compliance with Maryland laws and regulations.
• Review carriers' records to assess preventive maintenance and hours of service for drivers.
• Educate carriers on federal and state safety requirements.
• Remain certified by Maryland State Police to perform safety inspections.
• Prepare forms and memos related to inspections and safety.
• Participate in joint safety initiatives under MCSAP and Strike Force.

Skills

Vehicle inspection

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Introduction

This recruitment is for a Public Service Commission Common Carrier Inspector position with the Maryland Public Service Commission.

GRADE

STD0012

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Public Service Commission

William Donald Schaefer Tower

18th Floor

6 Saint Paul Street

Baltimore, MD 21202

POSITION DUTIES

Inspection Duties

• A. Inspect for-hire passenger carrying vehicles including buses, vans, limousines, and automobiles to determine if each vehicle is in compliance with the laws and regulations contained in the Public Utility Companies Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland, Title 11 and Title 20 of the Code of Maryland Regulations, Title 22 of the Transportation Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• B. Inspect for-hire passenger carriers' records to determine the effectiveness of its Preventive Maintenance Program for vehicle( s) which it operates and/or for its system of monitoring the qualifications and hours of service of its drivers.
• C. Educate carriers of the requirements and standards of the Federal and State safety regulations.
• D. Remain current and certified by the Maryland State Police to perform safety inspections on all appropriate vehicles in accordance with the North American Standards. Prepare forms and memorandum for review concerning vehicle inspections, preventive maintenance, and other matters concerning vehicle safety. Joint Safety Inspection Initiatives Participate in joint safety initiatives such as the National Passenger Carrier Strike Force ('Strike Force'), roadside safety enforcement, and periodic motor coach investigation at sporting events as part of the Maryland Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP).
• Prepare forms and memorandum for review concerning vehicle inspections, preventive maintenance, and other matters concerning vehicle safety.
• Joint Safety Inspection Initiatives
• Participate in joint safety initiatives such as the National Passenger Carrier Strike Force ('Strike Force'), roadside safety enforcement, and periodic motor coach investigation at sporting events as part of the Maryland Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Four years of experience in the repair and maintenance of gasoline or diesel-powered motor vehicles or in the inspection of such vehicles for the purpose of ensuring their safe operating condition.

Notes:

• 1. Candidates may substitute additional experience in law enforcement activities including vehicle inspections on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
• 2. Candidates may substitute additional experience as described above on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
• 3. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
• 4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer involving staff work requiring regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting rules and regulations in accordance with agency laws and policies on a year-for-year basis for the required education and/or experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The preferred candidate will have successfully completed an approved course in North American Standard Commercial Vehicle Inspection (Part A and Part B).

Possession of a current American Vehicle Standard Passenger Vehicle Inspection Certification is also preferred.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties that require operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidates may be responsible for providing their own transportation as needed to access meetings, remote locations, and job destinations as assigned.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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