PSC COMMON CARRIER INSPECTOR II

Introduction

This recruitment is for a Public Service Commission Common Carrier Inspector position with the Maryland Public Service Commission.

GRADE

10

LOCATION OF POSITION

William Donald Schaefer Tower, 18th Floor 6 St. Paul St., Baltimore, MD 21202

POSITION DUTIES

To conduct inspections of the vehicles and equipment used by taxicabs, sedans, vans, buses and limousines to determine if the vehicles and other equipment of the carrier are being operated and maintained in accordance. with the laws, regulations and sched : ules promulgated by the Public Service Commission. Inspection Duties : 80%

A) Inspect for-hire passenger carrying vehicles including buses, vans, limousines and automobiles to determine if each vehicle is in compliance with the laws and regulations contained in the Public Utility Companies Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland, Title 11 and Title 20 of the Code of Maryland Regulations, Title 22 of the Transportation Article of the Annotated Code of Mary land and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. B) Inspect for-hire passenger carriers' records to determine the effectiveness of its Preventive Maintenance Program for vehicle(s) which it operates and / or for its system of monitring the qualifications and hours of service of its drivers. C) Educate carriers of the requirements and standards of the Federal and State safety regulations. D) Remain current and certified by the Maryland State Police to perform safety inspections on all appropriate vehicles in accordance with the North American Standards. 10%

Testify at administrative proceedings, such as Commission hearings or in a court of law, regarding safety inspection decisions; 9%

Prepare forms and memorandum for review concerning vehicle inspections, preventive maintenance and other matters concerning vehicle safety. 1 %

Joint Safety Inspection Initiatives : Participate in joint safety initiatives such as the National Passenger_ Carrier Strike Force ("Strike Force"), roadside safety

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education : Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience : Three years of experience in the repair and maintenance of gasoline or diesel-powered motor vehicles or in the inspection of such vehicles for the purpose of ensuring their safe operating condition.

Notes :

1. Candidates may substitute additional experience as described above on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Diesel Mechanic classifications or Vehicle System / Tank Maintainer or Fire Control / Tank Vehicle Repairs or Vehicle / Vehicle Equipment Maintenance specialty codes in the vehicle mechanics field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The preferred candidate will have successfully completed an approved course in North American Standard Commercial Vehicle Inspection (Part A and Part B). Possession of a current American Vehicle Standard Passenger Vehicle Inspection Certification is also preferred.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees in this classification must successfully complete the North American Standard Vehicle Inspection training course as prescribed by the Superintendent of the Maryland State Police during the probationary period.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.