TLC Officer - Safety and Emissions

NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development is seeking a Taxi and Limousine Inspector. This role involves performing vehicle inspections, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates must have a high school diploma and experience as an auto mechanic.

Qualifications

• One year of full-time satisfactory experience as an auto mechanic.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle inspections for for-hire passenger vehicles.
• Issue inspection certifications and notices of violation as necessary.
• Prepare and submit reports on vehicles inspected.

Education

four-year high school diploma

Job description

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NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development provided pay range

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Base pay range

$51,389.00/yr - $51,389.00/yr

The New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) is the City agency responsible for oversight of the for-hire vehicle industries in New York City, which include yellow medallion taxis, green Boro taxis, community car services and livery cars, black car services, luxury limousines, commuter vans and para-transit services. Combined, TLC regulates industries that are responsible for over 800,000 daily trips. Our role is to ensure that each passenger's riding experience is safe, comfortable and convenient and that TLC drivers are driving safely.

Under supervision, Safety and Emissions Officers will perform vehicle inspections at the TLC Inspection Facility on taxicabs and other for-hire vehicles in accordance with TLC Rules and Regulations, New York State Department of Motor Vehicles requirements and federally mandated emissions control specifications.

Duties will include: perform motor vehicle inspections for for-hire passenger vehicles in accordance with Taxi and Limousine Commission Rules and Regulations, New York State Department of Motor Vehicles requirements and federally mandated emissions control specifications; perform visual inspection of exterior and interior of for-hire vehicles; check vehicles for serviceability, cleanliness and safety; issue inspection certifications (inspection sticker/decals) for vehicles inspected; check and calibrate instruments and other equipment needed to conduct inspections; test taxi meters, cameras, Taxicab Technology System (TPEP), and other technology systems both onsite and in the field; inspection of TLC licensed facilities and equipment (example: meter shops, camera and TPEP vendors); issue notices of violation as necessary; issue, exchange, confiscate and install credentials such as decals, medallions, and other markings authorizing operations; operate motor vehicles and/or motorized and computerized equipment in the performance of assigned duties; prepare and submit reports on vehicles inspected; may operate a tow truck when duties require; maintain and update vehicle service records; perform other duties as assigned.

Some of the physical activities and special working conditions are: working in a non-temperature controlled environment, climbing in and out of inspection pits, moving heavy equipment, crawling and working in narrow spaces, climbing up and down stairs, and working outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions.

Additional Information

SPECIAL PATROLMAN STATUS IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION.

Education And Experience Requirements

• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization; and
• One year of full-time satisfactory experience as an auto mechanic.
  
  

License And Certification Requirements

• You must possess a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.
• You must possess a New York State Department of Motor Vehicles Inspection Certificate, Emissions Qualified. This certificate must be maintained for the duration of your employment.
  
  

Medical and Psychological Assessment: Medical and psychological guidelines have been established for the position of Taxi and Limousine Inspector. Candidates will be examined to determine whether they can perform the essential functions of the position of Taxi and Limousine Inspector. Additionally, employees will be expected to continue to perform the essential functions of the position.

Drug Screening Requirement: You must pass a drug screening in order to be appointed.

Location:

Woodside, NY 11377

TAXI AND LIMOUSINE INSPECTOR - 35116

Minimum Qualifications

• Education Requirement: By the last day of the Application Period, you must have a four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent. High School education must be approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization.
  
  

Driver License Requirement: By the time you are appointed to this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension(s) or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

Special Patrolman Status: At the time of appointment, you will be required to qualify for Special Patrolman

from the NYC Police Commissioner as governed by Administrative Code Section 14-106 and Chapter 13 of Title

38 of the Rules of the City of New York.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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