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Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors, Except Aviation

In the Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors, Except Aviation occupation, workers inspect and monitor transportation equipment, vehicles, or systems to ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards. O*NET rates it as some preparation, which usually means a few months to a year of learning on the job. It leans on quality control analysis, operations monitoring, and active listening. Expect to inspect repairs to transportation vehicles or equipment to ensure that repair work was performed properly. With a code of RCI, this is mostly a job for people drawn to hands-on work with tools, machines or the physical world. Conventional interests also help, rated 5.1 out of 7. It tends to suit people who want hands-on work with tools, machines or the physical world, and it offers little for anyone seeking creative work with room for original expression.

What they do

Inspect and monitor transportation equipment, vehicles, or systems to ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.

Main tasks

  • Inspect repairs to transportation vehicles or equipment to ensure that repair work was performed properly.
  • Inspect vehicles or equipment to ensure compliance with rules, standards, or regulations.
  • Investigate complaints regarding safety violations.
  • Inspect vehicles or other equipment for evidence of abuse, damage, or mechanical malfunction.
  • Issue notices and recommend corrective actions when infractions or problems are found.

Skills

  • Quality Control Analysis
  • Operations Monitoring
  • Active Listening
  • Troubleshooting
  • Speaking
  • Reading Comprehension

Who this career fits

May suit you if

  • You like ending the day with a physical result you can point to.
  • You like clear rules and getting the details right.
  • You want to start work after a short stretch of training.
  • You are comfortable relying on quality control analysis and operations monitoring.

May not suit you if

  • You would rather stay away from physical, hands-on tasks.
  • You need creative expression to be a big part of your day. Artistic rates 1.0 out of 7 here.
  • You want a career built on years of advanced study.

Interest profile

O*NET rates each occupation from 1 to 7 on six interest types. The code RCI takes the three highest, and Realistic comes first here.

Preparation

Some preparation. Most people start with a high school diploma, then learn from experienced coworkers over a few months to a year.

Most-reported requirement in the O*NET survey: High School Diploma or the equivalent (such as a GED). This reflects what workers reported most often and is not a legal minimum. Licensing rules can differ by state or industry, so confirm what applies where you plan to work.

Also called

  • Car Inspector
  • Carman
  • Emissions Inspector
  • Inspector
  • Motor Carrier Inspector

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This page includes information from the O*NET 31.0 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA.