Part-Time DOT Transportation Inspector & Safety Lead

College of Southern Nevada; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

College of Southern Nevada seeks a part-time Instructor for DOT Transportation at its Las Vegas campus. You will inspect commercial vehicles, verify regulatory compliance, and support NBIS bridge inspection activities while documenting findings and communicating clearly with drivers and the public.

The role requires NV CVSA Inspector Certification, NBIS Bridge Inspection Certification, and OSHA/HazMat/ELD-HOS training. Prior experience with FMCSR and digital reporting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold Nevada CVSA Inspector Certification and NBIS Bridge Inspection Certification.
• Must possess NV DOT Level I-III Inspector Credentials.
• HazMat Endorsement for placarding checks.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 safety training.
• ELD/HOS Verification Training required.
• FAA awareness modules may be required if assigned.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections aligned with FMCSR, OSHA, and DOT regulations.
• Perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Verify Hours of Service, ELD data, permits, and hazardous materials placarding.
• Support roadways, pavement, and NBIS bridge inspection activities.
• Document findings using digital reporting systems.
• Communicate clearly with drivers and the public; apply de-escalation techniques.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Safety defect identification

Inspection tools & reporting

Communication & de-escalation

Education

CVSA Inspector Certification

NBIS Bridge Inspection Certification

Nevada DOT Level I-III Inspector Credentials

HazMat Inspection Endorsement

OSHA 10/30

ELD/HOS Verification Training

FAA awareness modules (optional)

Tools

Digital reporting platforms

Inspection tools

Job description

College of Southern Nevada seeks a part-time Instructor for DOT Transportation at its Las Vegas campus. You will inspect commercial vehicles, verify regulatory compliance, and support NBIS bridge inspection activities while documenting findings and communicating clearly with drivers and the public.

The role requires NV CVSA Inspector Certification, NBIS Bridge Inspection Certification, and OSHA/HazMat/ELD-HOS training. Prior experience with FMCSR and digital reporting is preferred.