VIN Inspector & Vehicle Identity Specialist

State of Washington; Washington; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Washington State Patrol is seeking a VIN Officer to inspect and verify VINs on non-owner retained salvage/rebuilt vehicles prior to Washington registration. You will work with the CID VIN Program to identify suspected stolen vehicles and parts, and you will enter data into the appropriate databases.

You’ll perform physical inspections, use hydraulic, pneumatic, and manual tools to stamp VIN plates, and you’ll respond to the public by phone, email, or in person while maintaining safety and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must possess a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• Experience working with pneumatic, hydraulic, and manual automotive tools.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly in the performance of daily activities.
• A current cover letter is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections by physically crawling in or under vehicles to identify and confirm the authenticity of all VINs.
• Use hydraulic, pneumatic, electric and manual tools to stamp and affix VIN’s and VIN Plates.
• Enter information into appropriate databases.
• Safely process materials to restore altered or obliterated VINs, serial numbers, or other unique identifiers.
• Employ de-escalation strategies to deal with upset or emotional customers.
• Notify the supervisor for any stolen vehicles or stolen vehicle parts identified within their area of responsibility.
• Monitor and adjust inspection schedules as required.
• Respond to the public as needed through telephone calls, emails, and face-to-face contact.
• Assist customers with appointment scheduling problems as necessary via the scheduling program.

Skills

De-escalation strategies

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Hydraulic tools

Manual automotive tools

Job description

The Washington State Patrol is seeking a VIN Officer to inspect and verify VINs on non-owner retained salvage/rebuilt vehicles prior to Washington registration. You will work with the CID VIN Program to identify suspected stolen vehicles and parts, and you will enter data into the appropriate databases.

You’ll perform physical inspections, use hydraulic, pneumatic, and manual tools to stamp VIN plates, and you’ll respond to the public by phone, email, or in person while maintaining safety and