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 schedules 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.
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.
1 %
Joint Safety Inspection Initiatives: Participate in joint safety initiatives such as the National Passenger Carrier Strike Force.
Benefits
As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including health
insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.
● Personal Leave- new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on
start date).
● Annual Leave – ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
● Sick Leave – fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
● Parental Leave – up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
● Holidays – State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.
● Pension – State employees earn credits towards a retirement pension.
● Hybrid work environment.
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 U.S. 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.
