PRODUCTS & STANDARDS INSPECTOR - WM METERS INSPECTION - LASALLE CO. Target title for posting 43736

Guilherme Benites Photography; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Products & Standards Inspector to ensure compliance with agricultural standards. This role involves conducting mandatory inspections, maintaining records, and applying relevant regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background, preferably in business or communications, and must be willing to travel and work from home. If you're looking for a fulfilling career that contributes to public safety and quality, this position offers a unique opportunity to make an impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Knowledge in business, management, or communications preferred.
• Successful completion of an agency approved training program.

Responsibilities

• Conducts annual inspections and tests using standards and equipment.
• Maintains records and interprets regulations for inspections.

Skills

Bilingual Skills

Education

Two years of college education

Tools

Testing equipment

Office equipment

Job description

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status). To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history.

Date: Jan 29, 2025

Location: Springfield, IL, US, 62702

Job Requisition ID: 44463

Agency: Department of Agriculture
Class Title: PRODUCTS & STANDARDS INSPECTOR - 34603
Closing Date/Time: 02/13/2025
Salary: $4942 - $6764 anticipated starting salary range
Job Type: Salaried
County: LaSalle; Grundy; Putnam
Number of Vacancies: 1

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number: 44459

Essential Functions

• Conducts annual mandatory and specialized inspections and tests using test standards and associated equipment.
• Maintains records such as accounts of daily activities.
• Interprets and applies the Weights and Measures Act (225 ILCS 470) and the Motor Fuel and Petroleum Standards Act (225 ILCS 370) requirements as part of inspections and in response to inquiries.
• Travels to attend meetings and workshops regarding changes in technology, inspection procedures and administrative policies.
• Maintains vehicle, testing, and office equipment.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires the knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of two years of college, preferably with coursework in fields relating to business, management, or communications.
• Requires the successful completion of an agency approved training program.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to successfully pass a name-based background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires the ability to pass a preemployment physical including a drug and alcohol screening.
• Requires a Class C driver’s license or the ability to obtain a Class C driver’s license.
• This position is considered heavy work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(d)). Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Required to assume residency in LaSalle, Putnam or Grundy County and will be required to work from their home location as a base of daily operational headquarters to service their designated worksites.

Work Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm (work hours may vary)

Agency Contact: Bureau of Human Resources
Phone #: [phone]

If this opportunity appeals to you, please apply today!

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