Vehicle Inspector

Public Vehicle Inspector

Under supervision, inspects and tests public passenger vehicles to enforce City ordinances and licensing requirements relating to their operational safety and general condition, and performs related duties as required.

Essential duties:

• Performs visual, mechanical, brake, and meter inspections of public passenger vehicles (e.g., taxis, liveries and privately owned ambulances) to ensure compliance with licensing requirements.
• Inspects and evaluates the general condition and appearance of the interior and exterior of vehicles; checks that video/security equipment in cab operate properly.
• Checks to verify that required City stickers, signs, and safety equipment are present.
• Inspects front and rear wheel alignment, front end components, exhaust systems, drive train assembly, tires, and other areas for operational safety.
• Operates hydraulic lifts to raise and lower vehicles for inspection.
• Uses diagnostic equipment to inspect vehicles' brake systems, checks gear indicator, checks braking power, and computes brake equalization to ensure proper working condition.
• Inspects taxi meters for accuracy of calibrations and installs and removes taxi medallions from taxi cabs.
• Completes a manual or computerized checklist for each inspection conducted (assigned to one of four stations at the facility) and makes a determination of pass or fail for inspection conducted.
• Inspects vehicles brought to facility as part of department's vehicle repair fraud investigations, verifying type and quality of repairs made to vehicles.
• Performs preventive maintenance on testing equipment as needed.
• Cleans and maintains testing facility area.
• May confer with senior level inspectors in determining whether a vehicle passes inspection.
• Maintains work records and prepares activity reports.
• Interacts with diverse customers from the public on a daily basis.
• Learns and becomes proficient in inspecting various vehicle types including wheelchair accessible, hybrid, and electric models.

Location: 2420 W. Pershing Rd., Chicago, IL 60632 Days: Monday through Friday Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

This position is in the Career Service.

Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of work experience as an automotive mechanic or service writer in the inspection, repair, or maintenance of automotive vehicles, OR
• Successful completion of an accredited training program in automotive service technology, plus one (1) year of work experience as an automotive mechanic or service writer in the inspection, repair, or maintenance of automotive vehicles, OR
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate degree or higher in automotive technology, plus one (1) year of work experience as an automotive mechanic or service writer in the inspection, repair, or maintenance of automotive vehicles.

Licensure, Certification, or Other Qualifications:

• A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required.

Working Conditions:

• Daily exposure to outdoor environmental conditions throughout duration of entire workday
• Frequent exposure to elevated noise levels
• Duties necessitate standing for the majority of the workday

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended or continuous periods of time
• Ability to move one's hands and arms to grasp or manipulate objects
• Ability to climb step stools to inspect underside of vehicles on hydraulic lifts
• Ability to operate applicable hand tools, power tools, and equipment

Selection Requirements:

• This position requires applicants to complete an interview.
• The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.
• Successful candidates will need to complete a physical assessment.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.