Occupation information for Transportation Inspectors District Of Columbia

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Typical education needed for entry: High school diploma or equivalent

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: 1 to 12 months on-the-job training

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• Prepare and submit reports after completion of freight shipments.
• Inspect shipments to ensure that freight is securely braced and blocked.
• Issue certificates of compliance for vessels without violations.
• Record details about freight conditions, handling of freight, and any problems encountered.
• Write certificates of admeasurement that list details such as designs, lengths, depths, and breadths of vessels, and methods of propulsion.
• Advise crews in techniques of stowing dangerous and heavy cargo.
• Observe loading of freight to ensure that crews comply with procedures.
• Post warning signs on vehicles containing explosives or flammable or radioactive materials.
• Recommend remedial procedures to correct any violations found during inspections.
• Measure heights and widths of loads to ensure they will pass over bridges or through tunnels on scheduled routes.

Tools:

• Benchtop centrifuges
• Calipers
• Depth indicators
• Desktop computers
• Water samplers

Technology:

• Document management software
• Electronic mail software
• Internet browser software
• Office suite software
• Spreadsheet software

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