Motor Vehicle Control Inspector I - SR-18

Job TitlePerforms inspectional and investigative tasks relative to the enforcement of laws, regulations governing the operations, personnel, vehicles, equipment, and business practices of common carrier companies and motor vehicle safety check stations; and performs other related duties as required. Examples Of DutiesInspects taxi, tour and U-drive companies, school buses, passenger carrying trucks, tow operations, safety check stations, and reconstructed vehicles for compliance with City ordinances and State laws relating to the safe operations of motor vehicles on public streets and highways. Investigates complaints of abandoned vehicles and performs necessary follow-up work leading to the final disposition of these vehicles. Investigates complaints on air pollution by motor vehicle exhaust emissions. Checks taxi, U-drive, and tour company stands for possession of business licenses and permits. Checks towing operations for storage area used for towed vehicles, inspects safety check station equipment for proper functioning, and gives qualifying written and oral examinations to personnel performing mechanical checks of vehicles for safety stickers, checks personnel driving common carrier vehicles for possession of medical certificates, chauffeur's and driver's licenses. Inspects and checks tires, steering column and gears, windshield wipers, lights, brake systems, electrical wiring, horn, reflectors, and other safety features of vehicles using appropriate testing equipment as required, issues citations for violations. Checks applications for safety check station operation. Issues certificates to safety check stations designating police approval. Investigates complaints involving common carriers. Writes reports. Appears in court as necessary. May perform duties related to driver licensing/relicensing. Minimum Qualification RequirementsTraining and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to: graduation from high school, and two (2) years of experience in inspectional or investigative work involving the enforcement of laws, regulations, or the repair, maintenance or mechanical inspection of motor vehicles, or in instructing, advising on or coordinating motor vehicle maintenance or accident prevention, and possession of a valid State of Hawai'i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing. (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire.) Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application. Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week. Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application. Note: In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process. Knowledge of: State and local laws, and regulations pertaining to traffic safety and to common carriers of passengers, and their operations, personnel, and facilities; mechanical functioning of motor vehicle safety devices and equipment on motor vehicles; motor vehicle safety test equipment; inspectional and investigative methods and techniques. Ability to: explain laws and regulations, read and understand written material; prepare clear and concise reports, deal tactfully and effectively with the public. Physical Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Effort Grouping: Light