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Nature of Work
Under general supervision, at the beginning level, performs inspections
of the physical plant, property, operational procedures and records of public
utilities, licensed motor carriers, railroads and pipeline operators regulated
by the Public Service Commission (PSC). The work may involve exposure to
hazardous materials and work environment. Must be a certified Law Enforcement
Officer for enforcing commercial motor vehicle safety and weight restriction
laws with arrest and citation authority. Travel in a designated region
of the state is required. Performs related work as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Performs at the beginning level. Learns policies and procedures, standards
of conduct for uniforms and equipment. Assists higher level inspectors while
conducting inspections.
Examples of Work
Assists in and performs inspections of utility properties and equipment,
operating procedures and records.
Gathers information to determine compliance with codes, laws and regulations
governing utilities.
Performs vehicle and safety inspections on motor carriers regulated by
PSC.
Reports violations and explains requirements and procedures to obtain
compliance.
Assists in the prosecution of violators and in testifying in court or
before the Public Service Commission.
Performs inspections of railroad tracks and equipment for compliance with
federal and state railroad safety regulations.
Investigates railroad accidents and determines causes.
Writes reports of inspections and investigations and maintains appropriate
records.
Knowledge, Skills
and Abilities
Knowledge of the facilities and operations of the assigned utility area.
Knowledge of the codes, laws and regulations of the assigned utility area.
Ability to conduct inspections and investigations of utility properties,
operations and records.
Ability to prepare written reports of inspections and investigations.
Ability to maintain appropriate records.
Ability to maintain effective relationships with utility officials, employees
and the public.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Training:
Graduation from a standard four-year high school or the equivalent.
Experience:
Two years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in criminal
justice, law enforcement, engineering, operations, maintenance, safety,
inspection or investigation in the area of assignment which includes work
with a public utility or an industrial power distribution system, railroad,
trucking fleet, or a pipeline operator.
Substitution:
Successfully completed study in an accredited college or university
in criminal justice, law enforcement, engineering, engineering technology,
safety or industrial hygiene may substitute for the required experience
on a year for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Possession of a valid West Virginia drivers license. Employees must
successfully meet federally-required certification standards by the end of
the probationary period.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
FOR THE TRANSPORTATION ENFORCEMENT DIVISION (MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY AND WEIGHT
ENFORCEMENT AREAS):
In accordance with West Virginia Code §30-29-5, an enforcement officer
hired after July 1, 2007 must be a certified enforcement officer or certifiable
in one of the manners specified in §30-29-5 subsections (c) through
(e) and thereafter must maintain law enforcement certification in accordance
with guidelines set forth by the Law Enforcement Training Committee.
NOTE: Criminal justice/law enforcement experience and/or training
is appropriate for the Transportation Enforcement Division, (Motor Carrier
Safety and Weight Enforcement areas) only.
Established: 9/19/93
Revised: 3/1/04, 2/11/08
Effective: 2/11/08