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Automobile Tester

DOT Code: 379.364-010

Industry: government ser.
Alternate Titles: motor-vehicle inspector; vehicle-safety inspector

Inspects automobiles and trucks at state-operated inspection station to ensure compliance with state safety requirements: Examines or tests specified components of vehicle, such as brake system, tires, lighting system, directional signals, steering, horn, and exhaust line for evidence of wear, damage, or improper adjustment. Applies inspection sticker to vehicles that pass and rejection sticker to those that do not. May prepare records on condition of each vehicle for follow-up action by owner or police. May perform duties of State-Highway Police Officer (government ser.) when not assigned to inspection detail. May arrest or direct the arrest of vehicle owners having illegal equipment installed on vehicle. May utilize mechanical, electronic, or electrical devices and instruments to determine condition of vehicle components.

GOE: 05.07.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77