Motor Vehicle Program Inspector - Bureau of Motor Vehicles

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Yeagertown (PA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Transportation seeks a Motor Vehicle Program Inspector to uphold vehicle safety standards across the state. This full-time role audits inspection stations, reviews records, and enforces regulations to protect Pennsylvania drivers and the public.

Based in Yeagertown, PA, it offers opportunities for real-world investigation and collaborative problem solving. Required qualifications include two years in automotive repair or equivalent, a Class C

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in an automotive repair related field or equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Possession of Class C non-commercial driver's license and PA Certified Inspection Mechanic Certificate.
• Reside in or willing to relocate to Mifflin or Franklin Counties.

Responsibilities

• Station audits: administrative, investigative, and covert audits of approved inspection stations.
• Record review: verify proper use of certificates and regulatory compliance.
• Fraud detection: identify potential violations and report findings to management.
• Training evaluation: review safety and emissions training schools for approved curriculum.

Skills

Automotive repair

Auditing

Documentation

Fraud detection

Training evaluation

Record review

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Details

• Salary: $46,827.00 - $70,592.00 Annually
• Location: Multi-County, PA
• Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
• Job Number: N-2026-59717
• Department: Department of Transportation
• Division: TR Mtr Vhcls
• Opening Date: 10/01/2026
• Closing Date: 10/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
• Job Code: 93090
• Position Number: 50530964
• Union: AFSCME
• Bargaining Unit: G1
• Pay Group: ST05
• Bureau / Division Code: 00087100
• Bureau / Division: Transportation/Bureau of Motor Vehicles
• Worksite Address: 13187 Ferguson Valley Road
• City: Yeagertown, Pennsylvania
• Zip Code: 17099
• Contact Email: [e-mail]

THE POSITION

Step into a role that helps protect the integrity of vehicle safety across Pennsylvania. The Motor Vehicle Program Inspector with the Department of Transportation plays a key part in ensuring inspection stations follow important rules that keep drivers safe. This position offers meaningful work, a chance to investigate real-world issues, and daily opportunities to solve problems. It is an exciting role for someone who enjoys responsibility, teamwork, and making a direct impact on public safety.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the statewide vehicle safety inspection program by auditing stations, reviewing records, and ensuring compliance with required laws and regulations. It helps maintain program integrity through careful evaluation, detailed reporting, and collaboration with inspectors and law enforcement. As a Motor Vehicle Program Inspector, you will perform the following duties:

• Station Audits: Conduct administrative, investigative, and covert audits of approved inspection stations
• Record Review: Examine station documentation to verify proper use of certificates and compliance with regulations
• Fraud Detection: Identify potential violations or fraudulent activity and report findings to management when necessary
• Training Evaluation: Review safety and emissions training schools to ensure approved curriculum and proper instruction
• Complaint Investigation: Assess concerns from law enforcement or customers regarding inspection practices
• Technical Guidance: Provide information on safety inspection requirements and assist inspectors in understanding rules

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Overtime required as needed
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of experience in an automotive repair related field such as: service writer/advisor; technical manual writer; automotive tool and equipment salesman/serviceman; auto mechanic; or auto shop foreman and a high school diploma; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• You must possess a Class C non-commercial driver's license.
• This position requires possession of a Pennsylvania Certified Inspection Mechanic Certificate.
• This position is assigned to Mifflin or Franklin Counties. The selected candidate must reside in one of the assigned counties or surrounding counties or be willing to relocate to this area.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.