Inspection Service Specialist

Work you will perform:

Assists in the selection and performance monitoring of Landstar approved inspection vendors. Provides technical support for the Equipment Compliance Department.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Review third party vendors (new or existing) to contract requirements for performing periodic inspections on Landstar leased equipment.
• Negotiate rates with vendors up to predetermined monetary limits
• Train, verify and audit third party inspector's certifications as required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
• Identify serious equipment violations that could create exposure and liability with unsafe equipment

• Monitor Landstar approved inspection vendors to ensure quality vehicle inspections and compliance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
• Compile and Interpret data and make recommendations to canceling vendor contracts when warranted
• Conduct analysis to evaluate vendor performance
• Assist in developing content and in conducting inspection seminars as needed for potential inspection vendors, existing vendors, and Landstar employees
• Maintain required paperwork for inspection vendor files in accordance with DOT requirements
• Travel as needed; to conduct vendor compliance reviews, vehicle inspections, for industry related conferences and compliance/safety meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Required Minimum Experience and Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of experience with government mandated vehicle repairs and inspections

Preferred Experience and Education:

• Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent experience
• One year of experience with DOT rules and regulations (FMCSA)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Detail oriented for record keeping
• Ability to analyze data and make recommendations
• Ability to manage vendors
• Excellent organizational skills
• PC skills preferred, MS Office 365
• Excellent communication skills
• Effective presentation skills

Why work at Landstar?

Landstar is seeking hard-working and dedicated employees committed to exceeding the expectations of those we serve. We employ a highly diverse workforce and welcome employees from all cultures and backgrounds to our team.

Our workplace culture is second-to-none. Landstar provides a safe and professional work environment in which to thrive and grow. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefit plans including affordable medical plans, employer 401(k) match, paid time off, tuition assistance and much more.

If you want to be part of a top-notch transportation company with an emphasis on safety, service, teamwork, and dedication then Landstar is the place for you!

Landstar is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Landstar will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should send an e-mail to employment@landstar.com.

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