Transportation Inspector Job Description Template

Job title

Transportation Inspector

Job summary

[Company name] is seeking a dependable transportation inspector to join our team in [city, state]. In this role, you will inspect vehicles, aircraft, track or equipment for safety, review logs, maintenance records and certifications and support our team’s commitment to safety, quality and service.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles, aircraft, track or equipment for safety
• Review logs, maintenance records and certifications
• Enforce federal and state regulations
• Place unsafe equipment or drivers out of service
• Investigate accidents and complaints
• Audit companies for compliance
• Write reports and testify when needed
• Follow company policies, safety procedures and applicable regulations

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Working knowledge of regulation knowledge (fmcsa, faa, fra) and vehicle and equipment inspection
• Objectivity and communication
• [Add role-specific requirements, such as driver’s license or ability to pass a background check, if job-related]

Preferred qualifications

• CVSA North American Standard Inspection certification
• FAA A&P mechanic or pilot certificate
• Hazardous materials inspection training
• Experience with inspection checklists and tablets

Skills

• Records and log review
• Hazardous materials rules
• Accident investigation
• Report writing
• Integrity
• Calm authority

Work environment and schedule

Inspectors work at roadside, weigh stations, airports, rail yards, ports and company offices, often outdoors and in all weather. Some travel frequently within a region. Most work full-time; roadside, airline and rail inspections may include early mornings, nights and weekends.

Pay and benefits

$[min]–$[max] per [hour/year], depending on experience. [List benefits: health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, training and certification support.]

Equal opportunity

[Company name] is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law, and we provide reasonable accommodations upon request.