Motor Vehicle Inspector

5 months ago

Columbus, United States Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities Full time

Primary Location

:United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Work Locations

:HP Alum Creek Facility1583 Alum Creek DriveColumbus43209

Organization

:Public SafetyClassified Indicator:ClassifiedBargaining Unit / Exempt:Bargaining Unit

Schedule

:Full-timeWork Hours:See Work Hours BelowCompensation:$20.92 per hour

Unposting Date

:Ongoing

Primary Job Skill

:AutomotiveTechnical Skills:Basic Documentation, Inspection Principles, Automotive, Public Relations, Public SafetyProfessional Skills:Attention to Detail, Decision Making, Situational Awareness, Verbal Communication, Written CommunicationMotor Vehicle Inspector(240001AG)

Job Duties

About Us:
Our mission is to save lives, reduce injuries and economic loss, administer Ohio's motor vehicle laws and preserve the safety and wellbeing of all citizens.


What You'll Do:

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Ohio State Highway Patrol
Report In Location - 1583 Alum Creek Drive, Columbus 43209
Hours Worked: 8:00AM to 5:00PM; Working days and hours may vary


Inspect motor vehicles including motor homes, campers, school buses, church buses, self-assembled vehicles, & salvage vehicles to determine whether they are unsafe or improperly equipped, or that equipment is in proper adjustment or repair as required by law by entering & exiting vehicles & bends, stoops & utilizes mechanics' "creeper" in order to crawl under vehicle to physically & visually check vehicle mechanical components (, brakes, shoes, linings, drums, hoses, air reserve tanks & measurements, vehicle suspension, springs, steering (, drag links, tie rods; frame cracks); Enter & retrieve information in &/or from numerous Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) databases; Complete inspection forms & affix inspection decals to those vehicles which pass; Operate state owned motor vehicle inspection vehicle to transport equipment used in motor vehicle inspection; Properly set up inspection sites by placing safety control signs, cones & equipment in position & removing the same at end of inspection period; Conduct inspections of driving schools; Prepare necessary forms for inspections.

Inform the owner &/or operator of repairs or adjustments which are necessary to place the vehicle in safe condition; Observe the driver to determine any condition present which would prohibit, by law, the operation of a motor vehicle; Perform other related duties as required.


What’s in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our  Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans. 

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed . Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave  11 paid holidays per year Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the for more information.

Deferred Compensation

The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the for more information.

Qualifications

6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in automotive maintenance & repair &/or mechanical vehicle inspections; 

AND 6 mo. exp. utilizing personal computer & associated business office applications (Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook.);

AND formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction & in reading, writing & speaking common English vocabulary; valid driver's license. 

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.


VALID DRIVER LICENSE REQUIRED 

Job Skills 

Technical Skills: Automotive, Basic Documentation, Inspection Principles, Public Relations, Public Safety

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Decision Making, Situational Awareness, Verbal Communication, Written Communication.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Major Worker Characteristics

Knowledge of: *Safety Practices (, state motor vehicle safety regulations & highway safety practices*); *Public Relations; *Office Practices & Procedures (, LCS; Commercial Enforcement); *Agency Policies & Procedures (, DPS & OSHP related to motor vehicle inspection); *Government Structure & Process (, guidelines for inspection of school & church buses & other motorized vehicles; registration & driver's license requirements). 

Skill in: Word Processing (, Microsoft Office applications, LEADS*, OTIS*); Equipment Operations (, two-way radio, personal computer, floor & jack hand tools). 

Ability to: Recognize unusual or threatening conditions & take appropriate action; Understand system of mechanical or other procedures; Comprehend & record figures accurately; Prepare meaningful, concise & accurate reports; Sort items into categories according to established methods; Handle sensitive inquiries from & contacts with officials & general public; DEMONSTRATE PHYSICAL FITNESS.

(*)Developed after employment.

Supplemental Information 

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Works outside exposed to weather, dirt, rust, car fumes, burns from hot engines, fast moving vehicles, highway noise & angry vehicle owners; conducts inspections in confined spaces under automotive vehicles utilizing a creeper.

This position may be filled by a layoff or certification eligibility list. This position will be filled in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement if applicable.

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