Port-of-Entry Inspector, Trainee

Idaho; Lewiston (ID); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join the Idaho Transportation Department as a Port-of-Entry Inspector Trainee in Lewiston. This role involves inspecting commercial vehicles and enforcing regulations. After training, you'll be promoted to Inspector with a higher salary. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package while making a difference in your community.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

PERSI Retirement

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

11 Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of English, including proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Experience with interpreting and applying rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Inspect commercial vehicles for size, weight, safety, and hazards.
• Issue warnings or citations for violations and collect fees.
• Prepare and deliver bank deposits.

Skills

English

Basic Arithmetic

Report Writing

Education

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Description

NOTICE: Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. If you are a current or temporary State of Idaho employee, you MUST apply through your internal Luma account.

Do you want to make a difference and be part of an award-winning agency dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Idaho through transportation? At the Idaho Transportation Department, every employee is critical to the mission. We strive to foster an innovative, collaborative workplace where employees can grow and do their best work.

The Idaho Transportation Department is hiring a Port-of-Entry Inspector Trainee for the Lewiston Port-of-Entry location. The incumbent will inspect commercial vehicles and enforce compliance with laws and regulations governing commercial vehicle traffic. This position is considered an underfill for the Port-of-Entry Inspector.

Explore our Day in the Life video to see a typical workday as a POE Inspector - https://youtu.be/85hBjXApDb8

The starting hourly rate is $18.70. Upon completion of the probationary period, passing the inspector trainee test, and completing six (6) months of service as a trainee, the employee will be promoted to Inspector classification with a salary increase to $20.39 per hour.

Examples of Duties:

1. Inspect commercial vehicles and materials for size, weight, safety, and hazards using electronic devices and visual inspection.
2. Determine if licenses and permits are current and valid. Verify driver qualifications including licenses, medical cards, and logbooks.
3. Issue and sell temporary and oversize permits and registrations.
4. Use computer terminals to check tax status, registration, and licenses. Collect fees for permits, registrations, and citations.
5. Operate cash register and account for monies received.
6. Prepare and deliver bank deposits.
7. Issue warnings or citations for violations and receive fines and bonds.
8. Write incident and activity reports.
9. Provide directions and information on road conditions and travel facilities.
10. Work various shifts, including weekends.

Minimum Qualifications: You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Ensure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications. Failure to do so may disqualify you from consideration.

• Some knowledge of English, including proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling; Windows or comparable operating system; word processing and electronic mail.
• Experience with basic arithmetic; interpreting and applying rules and regulations; writing reports; dealing with the public in stressful situations.
• Valid driver's license.

Additional Information: Trainees become Port-of-Entry Inspectors after successful training. They learn to enforce laws governing commercial vehicles and are granted limited peace officer authority. They may work with hostile vehicle operators and perform light janitorial work such as sweeping and mopping. The position requires working a 24-hour rotating shift, lifting objects up to 40 pounds, crawling, bending, standing for up to 6 hours, and working in all weather conditions. Uniforms are provided, and dress and grooming standards must be followed.

Department Requirements: Background checks are conducted before appointment and annually. Persons convicted of a felony or certain misdemeanors are ineligible for employment with limited peace officer authority. Review the ITD Background disqualifiers.

Additional Resources: For more information about the department, visit the ITD website. Make a difference in your community and the lives of Idaho citizens!

Benefits:

The State of Idaho offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, vision, dental insurance; PERSI retirement; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays annually. For more details, visit this link.

EEO/ADA/Veteran Statement:

The State of Idaho is committed to equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on protected statuses. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. Contact [phone] or [e-mail] for assistance. Preference may be given to qualified veterans under applicable laws.