Automobile Inspector (Private Vehicle Inspection Station: Designated Maintenance Factory)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized professional who conducts statutory safety standard conformity inspections for automobiles at private designated maintenance factories.
Description
Automobile inspectors inspect and determine at designated maintenance factories whether automobiles that have completed vehicle inspection maintenance conform to the safety standards stipulated by law. They perform a wide range of tests such as brake performance checks, exhaust gas tests, suspension inspections, and functionality confirmations for lights and horns. In addition, based on inspection results, they perform re-inspections of maintenance areas or issue maintenance instructions, supporting the safe operation of vehicles. Operating the latest inspection equipment, responding to revisions in standards, and providing explanations and reports to customers are also important duties.
Future Outlook
With the progress of electrification and autonomous driving technologies, inspection items and equipment are becoming more sophisticated. While ongoing updates to specialized knowledge are required, demand is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Excellent observational skills / Honest / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Factory Work / Fixed Hours / Full-time Employee / Shift Work
Career Path
Automotive Mechanic → Automobile Inspector → Inspection Supervisor → Maintenance Factory Manager → Technical Instructor
Required Skills
Inspection Equipment Operation / Inspection Techniques / Knowledge of Legal Safety Standards / Vehicle Structure Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Basic PC Operation / Customer Service Skills / Legal Information Collection / OBD Diagnostic Equipment Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Requires accuracy to detect minute defects or slight deviations from standards. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly consists of routine inspection tasks, requiring little creative thinking. |
Related Qualifications
- First-Class Automotive Mechanic
- Second-Class Automotive Mechanic
Aliases
- Designated Maintenance Factory Inspector
- Vehicle Inspection Inspector
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