Weights and Measures Inspector Trainee12 Flex (PCN 085005)

State Of Alaska

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Fairbanks, AK - USA

profile Hourly Salary: $ 24 - 31
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Description

ATTENTION ALL ALASKA RESIDENTS!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Division of Measurement Standards & Commercial Vehicle Compliance (MSCVC) is looking for a Weights & Measures Inspector to help us Keep Alaska Moving!


The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Division of Measurement Standards & Commercial Vehicle Compliance (MSCVC) is looking for a Weights & Measures Inspector to help us Keep Alaska Moving!


BASE SALARY INFORMATION

Weights and Measures Inspector Trainee: $24.15 / hourly

Weights and Measures inspector 1: $27.46 / hourly

Weights and Measures Inspector 2: $31.54 / hourly


What you will be doing:
In this position you will work with industry standards to perform tests on scales and meters to ensure compliance with Alaskas Weights and Measures Act. These tests ensure accuracy in commercial sales for commodities sold in industries including fishing mining construction fuel and more. Your ability to test and inspect devices provides marketplace confidence and equity in trade for all Alaskans.

As an Inspector Trainee you will be provided supervised on-the-job training to perform a range of weights and measures testing inspection and enforcement of limited device types.

As an Inspector 1 you will conduct a full range of testing inspection and enforcement on all device types. You will also receive supervised training on the larger and more complex device types.

As an Inspector 2 you will conduct a full range of testing inspection and enforcement on all device types including large device types and more complex types. You will also provide instruction and training to Inspector Trainees and the Inspector 1 positions as assigned.

Our organization mission and culture:
The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. We are working toward a modern adaptable flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration communication and coordination increase our ability to succeed. Creating teams that are focused on results working together and leveraging resources across our department with community and private sector partnerships increases our ability to accomplish our mission and serve Alaskans.

The benefits of joining our team:
Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits with career growth opportunities at the forefront. As an integral part of Alaskas infrastructure development and maintenance DOT&PF provides employees with a dynamic and diverse work environment where they can continually enhance their skills and climb the career ladder. The department values professional development offering training programs and mentorship opportunities to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields. With the vast and unique challenges of Alaskas geography and climate employees can work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the states growth making the DOT&PF an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation and public facilities.

The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information: DOT&PF core values are integrity excellence and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. We succeed in achieving our transportation mission through building credibility with our customers stakeholders and the public. A successful candidate will have sound judgment decision-making and a strong ethical and professional conduct history.

The working environment you can expect:
This position is located in Fairbanks.

Working at the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. With Alaskas diverse and expansive terrain coupled with its extreme weather conditions employees of the DOT&PF can work in various locations including remote locations and urban centers addressing a wide range of transportation needs. Their roles demand adaptability and resourcefulness as they maintain and improve roads bridges airports ports and public facilities in a state known for rugged terrain and extreme seasonal changes. This work not only presents professionals with a range of fascinating challenges but also allows them to contribute to developing and maintaining critical infrastructure against the backdrop of Alaskas breathtaking natural beauty reflecting a strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

Who we are looking for:

To be successful in this position the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:


  • Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform ones job; works with understands and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding friendliness courtesy tact empathy concern and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult hostile or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity race gender disabilities and other individual differences.
  • Arithmetic: Performs computations such as addition subtraction multiplication and division correctly using whole numbers fractions decimals and percentages.
  • Computer Skills: Uses computers software applications databases and automated systems to accomplish work.
  • Vehicle Operation:Knowledge of procedures for operating motor vehicles including cars trucks or watercraft.


To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the followinglink: Qualifications

Weights and Measures Inspector Trainee:

High School Diploma or the equivalent
AND
One year of experience in one or more of the following:
1) installation maintenance or repair of weighing and measuring devices;
2) installation maintenance or repair of liquid measuring devices;
3) employment using commercial weighing or measuring devices.

Special Note:
Special Requirement:
As a condition of continued employment incumbents must obtain a Type A or B commercial drivers license within six months of hire. Employees holding a commercial drivers license will be subject to mandatory drug and alcohol testing.

Note: Requires moderate physical labor which includes lifting and carrying weights up to 50 pounds.

Weights and Measures Inspector 1:
Possession of an Alaska commercial drivers license (Type A or Type B)
AND EITHER
(1) One year of weights and measures inspection experience with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere;
OR
(2) Satisfactory completion of the departmental training program;
OR
(3) Three years of experience in one or more of the following:
a) Installation maintenance and repair of weighing and measuring devices.
b) Installation maintenance and repair of liquid measuring devices.
c) Managerial experience in the wholesale or retail food industry.


Weights and Measures Inspector 2:
Possession of an Alaska commercial drivers license (Type A or Type B)
AND EITHER
(1) Two years of weights and measures inspection experience with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere;
OR
(2) Four years of experience in one or more of the following:
a) Installation maintenance and repair of weighing and measuring devices.
b) Installation maintenance and repair of liquid measuring devices.
c) Managerial experience in the wholesale or retail food industry.

Additional Required Information

At the time of interview applicants are requested to submit (if not already attached to your application):
  • Three (3) professional references including daytime contact information
  • Two (2) most recent performance evaluations
  • A copy of your Commercial Drivers License if available.

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
Please be sure to check our
residency definition to determine if you qualify.

COMMERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSE REQUIRED
This position requires the incumbent to possess a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) per federal regulations (49 CFR 383) to register with the federal CDL Drug & Alcohol Testing Clearinghouse prior to performing safety sensitive duties and to provide consent to the Employer to review driver information in accordance with 49 CFR 382.

Weights and Measures Inspector Trainee
A Class B or A Alaska Commercial Drivers License (CDL) is required for this position. A conditional hire approval can be given to applicants that do not yet possess a CDL for the Weights and Measures Inspector Trainee level only. This means that the proposed appointee must successfully obtain a Class B or A CDL within 180 days of hire and sign an agreement to this effect as a condition of employment.

Weights and Measures Inspector 1 / 2
A Class B or A Alaska Commercial Drivers License (CDL) is required for this position. A conditional hire approval may not be given for the Weights and Measures Inspector 1 or Weights and Measures Inspector 2 levels.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION & PUBLIC FACILITIES DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY
Selected candidates must comply with the DOT&PF Drug and Alcohol Policy and procedures and CANNOTstart work in a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) position until Management Services or designee has received confirmation of the proposed appointee passing the required Pre-Employment drug test. According to federal regulations all violations and refusals will be maintained with the Federal CDL Drug & Alcohol TestingClearinghousedatabase.

FLEXIBLY STAFFED
This position is flexibly staffed. This vacancy may be filled at either the Weights and Measures InspectorTrainee Weights and MeasuresInspector 1 or Weights and MeasuresInspector 2level depending on the applicants training and/or experience. The full range of salaries is listed above. Starting salary will be determined by the level the position is hired at. If filled at a lower level promotion to the higher level will occur upon successful completion of the probationary period and required training as well as the applicant meeting the minimum qualifications of the higher job class.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
This recruitment utilizes a supplemental questionnaire as part of the application process. These questions may be a mix multiple-choice and select all that apply questions. The answers you provide to the questions will be an opportunity for you to tell us about your experience and/or education. The answers will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not transcripts will be required before employment.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience not already documented in your application also provide the employers name your job title dates of employment and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting see resume or CV or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation auxiliary aides or services or alternative communication formats please call 1- or in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1- or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201 Juneau AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact Information

For

specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring

manager at:

Marjory Gidget SandersMeasurement Standards Supervisor
Phone:
Email:

Required Experience:

Intern

Job DescriptionATTENTION ALL ALASKA RESIDENTS!The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Division of Measurement Standards & Commercial Vehicle Compliance (MSCVC) is looking for a Weights & Measures Inspector to help us Keep Alaska Moving!The Department of Transportation and Pub...
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