[Core] [57% incumbents] Inspect vehicles or other equipment for evidence of abuse, damage, or mechanical malfunction.
  DWAs: Inspect motor vehicles.

[Supplemental] [57% incumbents] Prepare reports on investigations or inspections and actions taken.
  DWAs: Prepare accident or incident reports.

[Supplemental] [57% incumbents] Conduct visual inspections of emission control equipment and smoke emitted from gasoline or diesel vehicles.
  DWAs: Inspect motor vehicles.

[Supplemental] [57% incumbents] Attach onboard diagnostics (OBD) scanner cables to vehicles to conduct emissions inspections.
  DWAs: Connect cables or electrical lines.

[Supplemental] [57% incumbents] Investigate complaints regarding safety violations.
  DWAs: Investigate transportation incidents, violations, or complaints.

[Core] [56% incumbents] Inspect vehicles or equipment to ensure compliance with rules, standards, or regulations.
  DWAs: Inspect motor vehicles.

[Core] [56% incumbents] Inspect repairs to transportation vehicles or equipment to ensure that repair work was performed properly.
  DWAs: Inspect motor vehicles.

[Supplemental] [56% incumbents] Identify modifications to engines, fuel systems, emissions control equipment, or other vehicle systems to determine the impact of modifications on inspection procedures or conclusions.
  DWAs: Inspect motor vehicles.

[Supplemental] [56% incumbents] Conduct remote inspections of motor vehicles, using handheld controllers and remotely directed vehicle inspection devices.
  DWAs: Inspect motor vehicles.

[Supplemental] [56% incumbents] Issue notices and recommend corrective actions when infractions or problems are found.
  DWAs: Recommend changes or corrective procedures.

[Supplemental] [56% incumbents] Conduct vehicle or transportation equipment tests, using diagnostic equipment.
  DWAs: Inspect motor vehicles.

[Supplemental] [56% incumbents] Investigate incidents or violations, such as delays, accidents, and equipment failures.
  DWAs: Investigate transportation incidents, violations, or complaints.

[Supplemental] [56% incumbents] Review commercial vehicle logs, shipping papers, or driver and equipment records to detect any problems or to ensure compliance with regulations.
  DWAs: Review documents or materials for compliance with policies or regulations.

[Supplemental] [56% incumbents] Examine carrier operating rules, employee qualification guidelines, or carrier training and testing programs for compliance with regulations or safety standards.
  DWAs: Review documents or materials for compliance with policies or regulations.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Learning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Writing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Science (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Mechanical (imp:4.04 lvl:5.30) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Transportation (imp:3.29 lvl:3.34) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  English Language (imp:3.23 lvl:3.27) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.00 lvl:3.03) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Administration and Management (imp:2.95 lvl:3.16) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.84 lvl:3.19) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Production and Processing (imp:2.70 lvl:2.49) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Education and Training (imp:2.68 lvl:2.92) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.63 lvl:3.08) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Administrative (imp:2.59 lvl:2.66) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.38 lvl:2.11) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Mathematics (imp:2.28 lvl:2.21) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Law and Government (imp:2.28 lvl:2.01) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Chemistry (imp:2.22 lvl:2.21) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.20 lvl:1.56) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Psychology (imp:2.15 lvl:2.50) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Telecommunications (imp:2.10 lvl:1.78) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Physics (imp:1.98 lvl:1.76) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Design (imp:1.97 lvl:1.85) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.66 lvl:0.68) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Building and Construction (imp:1.66 lvl:1.68) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.62 lvl:1.04) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Geography (imp:1.60 lvl:1.03) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Communications and Media (imp:1.58 lvl:1.21) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.51 lvl:0.95) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.23 lvl:0.37) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Foreign Language (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.15) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Biology (imp:1.12) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Food Production (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  History and Archeology (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi

--- ABILITIES ---
  Near Vision (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.12) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Visualization (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Manual Dexterity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Control Precision (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Depth Perception (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Speech Recognition (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Written Expression (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Information Ordering (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Time Sharing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Rate Control (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Static Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Stamina (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Response Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Night Vision (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.50 lvl:0.88) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.02 lvl:3.51) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Getting Information (imp:3.91 lvl:3.16) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.67 lvl:3.74) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.63 lvl:3.13) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.61 lvl:4.65) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.43 lvl:3.52) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.42 lvl:3.79) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.36 lvl:2.69) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.33 lvl:3.49) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.14 lvl:3.21) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.10 lvl:4.23) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.03 lvl:3.46) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.93 lvl:3.65) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.90 lvl:3.38) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.62 lvl:2.09) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Processing Information (imp:2.52 lvl:2.45) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.51 lvl:2.02) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.45 lvl:2.81) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:2.39 lvl:3.39) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.38 lvl:2.51) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.29 lvl:1.98) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.27 lvl:1.77) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Working with Computers (imp:2.19 lvl:1.68) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.18 lvl:1.85) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.07 lvl:2.18) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.06 lvl:1.26) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.01) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:1.98 lvl:1.88) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:1.89 lvl:1.38) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:1.88 lvl:1.05) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:1.83 lvl:1.73) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:1.81 lvl:1.59) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:1.71 lvl:1.48) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.69 lvl:1.66) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:1.68 lvl:1.20) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:1.65 lvl:1.29) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.63 lvl:0.94) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.52) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:1.40 lvl:0.90) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.34) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.16) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Cautiousness (imp:2.66) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability (imp:2.65) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.50) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:2.24) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Integrity (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.38) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.27) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Perseverance (imp:1.18) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Self-Control (imp:1.14) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Cautiousness (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.94) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.79) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Cooperation (imp:0.78) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Sincerity (imp:0.74) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Initiative (imp:0.42) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability (imp:0.34) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:0.32) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Optimism (imp:-0.04) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:-0.14) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.23) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.34) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Humility (imp:-0.38) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.57) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.50 lvl:3.25) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Time Management (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Repairing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Persuasion (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Instructing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Systems Analysis (imp:1.75 lvl:1.50) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Installation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 24,500
  annual_median    : $92,100
  annual_pct10     : $40,330
  annual_pct25     : $58,780
  annual_pct75     : $108,890
  annual_pct90     : $138,670
  annual_mean      : $88,540
  hourly_median    : $44.28

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Alaska ($123,120)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($29,760)
  dispersion_ratio : 4.137x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (46 total) ---
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   11,220  median: $  93,420
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    7,820  median: $  80,570
  Manufacturing                            emp:    2,030  median: $ 105,500
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    1,980  median: $  40,810
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      440  median: $  46,740
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      310  median: $  42,720
  Retail Trade                             emp:      120  median: $  39,240
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:       60  median: $  90,880

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (8 total) ---
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   11,220  median: $  93,420
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    7,820  median: $  80,570
  Manufacturing                            emp:    2,030  median: $ 105,500
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    1,980  median: $  40,810
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      440  median: $  46,740
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      310  median: $  42,720
  Retail Trade                             emp:      120  median: $  39,240
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:       60  median: $  90,880

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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Transportation Security Administration (similarity: 0.5225)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation_Security_Administration
  QID: Q2304163
  Extract: The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is an agency of the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that has authority over the security of transportation systems within and connecting to the United States. It was created as a response to the September 11 attacks to improve airp

  Title: Emergency vehicle lighting (similarity: 0.3030)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emergency_vehicle_lighting
  QID: Q1506699
  Extract: Emergency vehicle lighting, also known as simply emergency lighting or emergency lights, is a type of vehicle lighting used to visually announce a vehicle's presence to other road users. A sub-type of emergency vehicle equipment, emergency vehicle lighting is generally used by emergency vehicles and

  Title: Next Generation Air Transportation System (similarity: 0.3684)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Next_Generation_Air_Transportation_System
  QID: Q206051
  Extract: 

The Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) was the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) program to modernize the National Airspace System (NAS). The FAA began work on NextGen improvements in 2007 with a projected completion date of 2030. Modernization goals included using new te

  Title: Structure of the United States Army (similarity: 0.2037)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Structure_of_the_United_States_Army
  QID: Q7625144
  Extract: The structure of the United States Army is complex, and can be interpreted in several different ways: active/reserve, operational/administrative, and branches/functional areas.

  Title: United States Armed Forces (similarity: 0.2828)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_Armed_Forces
  QID: Q11211
  Extract: The United States Armed Forces are the military forces of the United States. United States federal law establishes six armed forces: the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, and Coast Guard, each assigned specific roles and operational domains. With the exception of the Coast Guard, whi

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong data foundation with detailed O*NET information, clear BLS wage data, and well-defined job activities. High confidence supported by comprehensive skill, knowledge, and task profiles that clearly differentiate this role from adjacent occupations.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T03:21:52.412848+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,570
tokens_output        : 4,293
cost_usd             : $0.046511
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, though Transportation Security Administration shows some similarity with transportation safety oversight functions. The role is highly specialized to vehicle and equipment inspection rather than broader transportation security.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors ensure the safety and regulatory compliance of various transportation vehicles and equipment through systematic inspections and monitoring. These professionals conduct visual inspections, operate diagnostic equipment, and evaluate vehicles against safety standards and regulations. They serve as critical guardians of public safety by identifying potential hazards and ensuring transportation systems meet established compliance requirements.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Transportation inspectors begin their day by reviewing inspection schedules and safety bulletins before conducting systematic visual inspections of vehicles for damage, abuse, or mechanical malfunctions. They attach onboard diagnostics scanners to vehicles to test emissions control equipment and analyze smoke emissions from gasoline and diesel engines. When violations or problems are discovered, they document findings in detailed reports and issue notices recommending corrective actions. The work involves investigating safety complaints, inspecting repair work to ensure proper completion, and identifying unauthorized modifications to engines or fuel systems. Much of the day is spent physically examining equipment, operating inspection devices, and communicating findings to supervisors and vehicle operators.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role possess strong attention to detail and dependability, as reflected in the top work styles, combined with mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities. The high Realistic RIASEC orientation indicates success for those who enjoy hands-on work with tools and equipment, while the Conventional component suggests comfort with systematic procedures and regulatory compliance. Strong near vision and problem sensitivity abilities are essential for detecting subtle defects or safety issues during inspections. Effective inspectors demonstrate cautiousness in their approach, excellent oral communication skills for explaining findings, and the physical stamina needed for general physical activities that characterize much of the inspection work.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most transportation inspectors enter the field with a high school diploma or equivalent, as indicated by the 57.8% education distribution, though 12.6% hold post-secondary certificates in relevant technical areas. Job Zone 2 classification indicates that some preparation is needed, typically including on-the-job training in inspection procedures, safety regulations, and diagnostic equipment operation. Many gain relevant experience through military service, automotive repair backgrounds, or related transportation industry work. Entry-level positions often provide extensive training in specific inspection protocols and regulatory requirements.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Transportation inspectors can advance to senior inspector positions, supervisory roles overseeing inspection teams, or specialized areas such as emissions testing or commercial vehicle inspection. Career progression often leads to positions in regulatory agencies, transportation safety management, or quality assurance roles in manufacturing. Some inspectors transition to related fields such as automotive engineering technician roles, construction inspection, or transportation management positions. The strong mechanical knowledge and regulatory expertise gained can open pathways to compliance officer roles or consultant positions in transportation safety.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Transportation inspectors earn a median annual wage of $92,100 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, with significant geographic variation from $29,760 in Puerto Rico to $123,120 in Alaska, reflecting a 4.14x ratio. The field employs 24,500 workers with wages ranging from $40,330 to $138,670 (10th to 90th percentile). Government employment dominates with 11,220 positions in federal, state, and local agencies, followed by 7,820 in transportation and warehousing sectors. The concentration in government roles suggests stable employment tied to regulatory enforcement and public safety initiatives. Geographic dispersion indicates higher wages in remote or high-cost areas where transportation infrastructure is critical.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The inspection role shows moderate automation resistance due to the combination of visual inspection requiring human judgment and physical manipulation of equipment and vehicles. While diagnostic equipment continues to advance with automated testing capabilities, the core activities of identifying subtle problems, evaluating compliance with complex regulations, and making contextual decisions about safety violations require human expertise and discretion.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Aviation Inspectors (53-6051.01) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share identical top skills including Active Listening, Reading Comprehension, and Critical Thinking with similar importance levels.
    data: Active Listening (imp:3.1)
    data: Reading Comprehension (imp:3.0)
    data: Critical Thinking (imp:3.0)
  [task_similarity] Construction and Building Inspectors (47-4011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles center on inspecting structures or equipment for compliance with safety standards and preparing detailed inspection reports.
    data: Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.0)
    data: Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.7)
  [riasec_cluster] Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations show high Realistic and Conventional RIASEC orientations, indicating similar work preferences for hands-on inspection and systematic procedures.
    data: R:7.00, C:5.14
    data: Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.5)
  [knowledge_overlap] Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (49-3031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require extensive Mechanical knowledge and Transportation knowledge for understanding vehicle systems and components.
    data: Mechanical (imp:4.0, lvl:5.3)
    data: Transportation (imp:3.3, lvl:3.3)
  [transferable_skill] Automotive Engineering Technicians (17-3027.01) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles utilize Quality Control Analysis, Operations Monitoring, and Troubleshooting skills for evaluating automotive systems.
    data: Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.5)
    data: Operations Monitoring (imp:3.2)
    data: Troubleshooting (imp:3.0)

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['transportation inspector', 'vehicle inspector', 'equipment inspector', 'emissions inspector', 'automotive inspector', 'motor vehicle inspector', 'compliance inspector', 'safety inspector']
  exclude_keywords : ['aviation inspector', 'aircraft inspector', 'airline inspector', 'pilot', 'mechanic']
  title_patterns   : ['*Inspector', '*Examiner', '*Tester', 'Auto*Inspector', 'Vehicle*Inspector']
  common_variations: ['Auto Inspector', 'Automobile Tester', 'Automotive Inspector', 'Vehicle Inspector', 'Transportation Inspector', 'Equipment Inspector', 'Motor Vehicle Inspector', 'Emissions Inspector']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'vehicles', 'transportation', 'safety', 'principles', 'control', 'vehicle', 'procedures', 'inspection', 'problems', 'materials', 'includes', 'objects', 'actions', 'compliance', 'standards', 'ideas', 'activities']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  43  0.01571  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:53%  inference:23%  onet_tasks:21%
tendency                   42  0.01534  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     38  0.01388  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
vehicles                   24  0.00877  dwas                 dwas:29%  onet_tasks:25%  inference:21%
transportation             24  0.00877  inference            inference:67%  wikipedia:12%  onet_tasks:8%
safety                     16  0.00584  inference            inference:75%  onet_tasks:12%  onet_dimensions:6%
principles                 16  0.00584  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
control                    15  0.00548  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:13%  inference:7%
vehicle                    14  0.00511  wikipedia            wikipedia:36%  onet_tasks:29%  inference:29%
procedures                 14  0.00511  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:57%  wikipedia:14%  inference:14%
inspection                 13  0.00475  inference            inference:85%  onet_tasks:15%
problems                   13  0.00475  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:69%  onet_tasks:15%  inference:15%
materials                  12  0.00438  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:83%  dwas:17%
includes                   12  0.00438  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00438  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                    11  0.00402  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  onet_tasks:18%  inference:9%
compliance                 11  0.00402  inference            inference:45%  onet_tasks:27%  dwas:18%
standards                  11  0.00402  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  onet_tasks:18%  inference:9%
ideas                      11  0.00402  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 11  0.00402  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  inference:18%
identifying                11  0.00402  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:27%
inspect                    10  0.00365  dwas                 dwas:70%  onet_tasks:30%
rules                      10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:20%
regulations                10  0.00365  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:30%  inference:30%  onet_dimensions:20%
security                   10  0.00365  wikipedia            wikipedia:60%  onet_dimensions:20%  inference:20%
techniques                 10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
mechanical                  9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  inference:33%  onet_tasks:11%
inspections                 9  0.00329  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:44%  inference:44%  onet_dimensions:11%
monitoring                  9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
problem                     9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
management                  9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
human                       9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
physical                    9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:33%
needed                      9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
quickly                     9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
motor                       8  0.00292  dwas                 dwas:88%  onet_tasks:12%
needs                       8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%