Temporary Seasonal Harvest Inspector: Grading & Sampling

IdahoPTV; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Idaho State Department of Agriculture seeks temporary Harvest Inspectors in Idaho Falls for the harvest season. Positions are part-time, not benefits eligible, and hourly. Job involves irregular hours, potential long shifts, and safety-focused work in production settings.

Incumbents must meet mandatory qualifications, including standing for long periods, lifting up to 35 pounds, and obtaining USDA licenses within set timeframes. Apply by the posted deadline; training provided on the job.

Qualifications

• Stand for prolonged periods.
• Work in extreme cold and heat, dusty environments.
• Pass a color test.
• Within one month of hire, obtain and retain an Inspector Aide license from USDA.
• Within two months of hire, obtain and retain a USDA FV-200 license.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to stage sample containers for inspection.
• Grade commodities by standards and assign grades.
• Take samples and record weights; label and seal containers.
• Audit and document field practices; prepare corrective action reports as needed.

Skills

Stand for long periods

Lift up to 35 lbs

Basic math

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Idaho State Department of Agriculture seeks temporary Harvest Inspectors in Idaho Falls for the harvest season. Positions are part-time, not benefits eligible, and hourly. Job involves irregular hours, potential long shifts, and safety-focused work in production settings.

Incumbents must meet mandatory qualifications, including standing for long periods, lifting up to 35 pounds, and obtaining USDA licenses within set timeframes. Apply by the posted deadline; training provided on the job.