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O*NET-SOC 53-6051.07

Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors, Except Aviation

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

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3
  1. Inspect vehicles or other equipment for evidence of abuse, damage, or mechanical malfunction.Core14569
  2. Identify modifications to engines, fuel systems, emissions control equipment, or other vehicle systems to determine the impact of modifications on inspection procedures or conclusions.Supplemental19929
  3. Conduct remote inspections of motor vehicles, using handheld controllers and remotely directed vehicle inspection devices.Supplemental19926
  4. Prepare reports on investigations or inspections and actions taken.Supplemental14574
  5. Inspect vehicles or equipment to ensure compliance with rules, standards, or regulations.Core14570
  6. Inspect repairs to transportation vehicles or equipment to ensure that repair work was performed properly.Core14573
  7. Issue notices and recommend corrective actions when infractions or problems are found.Supplemental14575
  8. Conduct visual inspections of emission control equipment and smoke emitted from gasoline or diesel vehicles.Supplemental19927
  9. Conduct vehicle or transportation equipment tests, using diagnostic equipment.Supplemental14572
  10. Investigate incidents or violations, such as delays, accidents, and equipment failures.Supplemental14580
  11. Review commercial vehicle logs, shipping papers, or driver and equipment records to detect any problems or to ensure compliance with regulations.Supplemental14579
  12. Attach onboard diagnostics (OBD) scanner cables to vehicles to conduct emissions inspections.Supplemental19924
  13. Investigate complaints regarding safety violations.Supplemental14576
  14. Examine carrier operating rules, employee qualification guidelines, or carrier training and testing programs for compliance with regulations or safety standards.Supplemental14577

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 14 examples in 7 categories, 6 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Data base user interface and query software

  • ASPEN
  • Commercial driver's license information system CDLIS
  • Inspection Selection System ISS
  • Law enforcement database software
  • Past Inspection Query PIQ
  • Structured query language SQLHot Technology
  • Vehicle identification number VIN database
  • Vehicle inspection databases

Analytical or scientific software

  • Diagnostic scanner software

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Office suite software

  • Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Electronic mail software

  • Microsoft OutlookHot TechnologyIn Demand

Presentation software

  • Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Word processing software

  • Microsoft WordHot Technology

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Getting Information

  • Investigate transportation incidents, violations, or complaints.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

  • Inspect motor vehicles.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

  • Review documents or materials for compliance with policies or regulations.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Handling and Moving Objects

  • Connect cables or electrical lines.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

  • Prepare accident or incident reports.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

  • Recommend changes or corrective procedures.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 6
Distinct tools0
Level mix
  • No tools yet

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.