Weigh Station Technician — Safety & Compliance Specialist

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) in Suffolk, VA, seeks a Weigh Station Technician at the Suffolk MCSC. The incumbent will monitor overweight/oversize trucks, enforce size/weight laws, and coordinate with law enforcement to ensure highway safety.

The role requires data analysis, policy interpretation, and strong organizational skills. Training is provided; shifts rotate on a 24/5 basis with a $1,500 shift differential. DMV serves millions of drivers and vehicles in Virginia.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in collecting, editing, and manipulating data using computers.
• Strong eye/hand coordination for tracking trucks on screens while monitoring traffic.
• Ability to analyze data to recommend traffic control measures.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures clearly for others.
• Capability to work in confined spaces and rotating or flexible schedules.
• Outdoor work in all weather; ability to operate lawn equipment and perform basic cleaning duties.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to perform basic math operations and percentages.
• Strong organizational skills for documenting records for court testimony.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and inspect overweight/oversize trucks to enforce safety and weight laws.
• Issue citations for violations of size/weight regulations.
• Coordinate with law enforcement and DMV staff; testify in court when needed.
• Maintain equipment functionality and ensure adherence to DMV standards.
• Support DMV mission to safeguard lives and serve the motoring public.

Skills

Data collection/editing

Coordination of trucks

Data analysis

Policy interpretation

Safety monitoring

Outdoor work

Lawn equipment operation

Physical lifting

Mathematical calculations

Court documentation prep

Job description

Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) in Suffolk, VA, seeks a Weigh Station Technician at the Suffolk MCSC. The incumbent will monitor overweight/oversize trucks, enforce size/weight laws, and coordinate with law enforcement to ensure highway safety.

The role requires data analysis, policy interpretation, and strong organizational skills. Training is provided; shifts rotate on a 24/5 basis with a $1,500 shift differential. DMV serves millions of drivers and vehicles in Virginia.