Weights Inspector 2 – Weights & Measures

Jobtailor; Baxley (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Georgia is seeking an Agriculture Inspector 2 to inspect and test large-capacity scales, enforce weights and measures laws, and investigate consumer complaints. The role requires outdoor work, travel to inspection sites, and strong documentation skills.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, and relevant experience or college coursework in chemistry or life sciences. A Georgia driver’s license is preferred, with CDL training in six months if not held.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of college with chemistry or life sciences coursework or equivalent experience.
• Three to five years of experience for Agriculture Inspector 2 level.
• Valid Georgia CDL preferred; if not held, a GA license and willingness to obtain CDL in 6 months.
• Clean driving record and strong communication skills.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather.
• Basic Windows and computer skills; basic math ability.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test the accuracy of large-capacity scales (vehicle, livestock, hopper, warehouse, forklift).
• Operate test equipment used with the test unit.
• Drive the scale test unit to inspection sites.
• Test and determine accuracy of commercial weighing devices.
• Investigate consumer complaints related to weights and measures.
• Prepare documentation related to inspections and investigations.
• Perform price verification inspections by comparing marks to scanner prices.
• Maintain state vehicle and equipment.
• Work as part of a two-person team.
• Occasional overnight travel.

Skills

Scale Testing

Inspection Techniques

Documentation Preparation

Price Verification Inspections

Basic Computer Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years of college with chemistry or life sciences coursework

Tools

Test Equipment

Windows OS

Job description

• Inspect and test the accuracy of large-capacity scales, including vehicle, livestock, hopper, warehouse, and forklift scales
• Operate test equipment associated with the test unit
• Drive the scale test unit to inspection sites
• Enforce Georgia weights and measures laws and related regulations
• Test, inspect, and determine the accuracy of commercial weighing and measuring devices
• Investigate consumer complaints related to weights and measures
• Prepare documentation related to inspections and complaint investigations
• Perform price verification inspections by confirming marked prices against scanner prices
• Maintain the State vehicle and all equipment pertaining to the job
• Work as part of a two-person team
• Travel overnight occasionally

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum qualification: high school diploma/GED and two years of experience in the area of assignment; or two years of college including specified chemistry or life sciences coursework and two years of directly related experience; or two years of experience at the lower-level Agriculture Inspector 2 or equivalent position
• Three to five years of experience in the area of assignment should qualify for the Agriculture Inspector 2 / RCT041 position
• Valid Georgia commercial driver's license (CDL) preferred; if not held, a valid Georgia driver's license and willingness to obtain a CDL within six months of employment
• Clean driving record
• Communication and customer service skills
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• General knowledge of Windows operating systems and basic computer skills
• Basic mathematical skills
• Ability to stand for long periods and intermittently walk, squat, kneel, or drive
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. for short periods
• Must reside or be willing to relocate to Alma, Axson, Broxton, Hazlehurst, Jesup, or Baxley, within a reasonable distance of the assigned territory

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in inspecting and testing large-capacity scales while enforcing weights and measures regulations. Proficient in documentation, customer service, and basic mathematical skills necessary for accurate inspections.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Scale Inspection
• Weights And Measures Regulations
• Valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License
• Basic Mathematical Skills
• Customer Service Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Scale Testing
• Inspection Techniques
• Documentation Preparation
• Price Verification Inspections
• Basic Computer Skills

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills
• Teamwork
• Customer Service

Certifications & Qualifications

• High School Diploma Or GED
• Valid Georgia Driver's License

Industry Keywords

• Agriculture Inspector
• Consumer Complaints Investigation
• Weights And Measures Laws
• Outdoor Work

Tools & Technologies

• Test Equipment
• Windows Operating Systems