State of Minnesota Hiring for Trainee-Wghts & Meas Invest at Minnesota Full Time

Job Class: Trainee – Weights & Measures Investigator

Working Title: Inspector 1 (Heavy Duty – Livestock Scale Inspector)

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 05/19/2022
• Closing Date: 06/01/2022
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Commerce Dept / Commerce – AFSCME
• Division/Unit: Weights & Measures Heavy Duty
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday – Thursday (4 -10 hour days)
• Travel Required: Yes (100% of the time)
• Salary Range: $23.03 – $32.43/hourly; $48,087 – $67,714/annually
• Classified Status: Non-Status
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 – Technical/AFSCME
• Connect 700 Program Eligible: No

**The trainee position will last for 3-6 months with a salary of $21.28/hr. After successful completion of training, posted salary for position above is assigned.

To enforce the state mandated quality standards described in Minnesota Chapter 239, and Minnesota Code of Agency Rules 7601 as they apply to livestock scales and industrial scales generally having capacities in excess of 2,000 lbs. This position work area includes testing industrial scale in the 7 county metro area and the livestock scale across the state, and will include approximately 3 months of tavel each year. Daily duties will consist of carrying out inspections and performance-based testing on scales which can be physically demanding and may include repeative bending, lifting, and carrying of 50 lbs. loads and will be conducted outdoors, in all weather conditions, year-round.

Training will be in the Weights and Measures office in Burnsville but will quickly transition to field training with experienced investigators throughout the state. Travel will be required during the training period. Successfully passing training will involve passing both written and field exams on NIST Handbook 44 and state weights & measures law, as well as demonstrating the ability to safely and correctly perform field evaluations.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Valid Class B driver’s license with airbrake endorsement

Math skills (whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios & use of geometric formulas) sufficient to understand and solve basic volumetric equations and correctly apply measurement methods. (to be verified with a test at first interview)

Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

College or technical coursework in Mathematics or Science

Mechanical Experience (i.e. vehicle maintenance), especially diesel trucks and generators

Knowledge of NIST Handbook 44, MN Statute 239, Department of Commerce Rules 7601 and 7602 as they relate to weighing and measuring equipment

Experience in any aspect of the scale industry (especially livestock and industrial scales)

Experience in working a route (delivery, sales, etc.)

Physical Requirements

Job involves frequently lifting (50 lb test weights) and/or carrying objects such as heavy tools and file boxes, moving 500 lb. test weights with a 2-wheel cart, and loading 1000 lb test weights on and off carts using an electronic hoist. Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

Job offer is contingent upon passing reference checks to verify job-related credentials, a criminal background check, a driver’s history check, a pre-employment query of the US DOT Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug and Alcohol, a fit-for-duty assessment, and drug test prior to appointment.

Why Work For Us

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.

Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace. We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence and understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637.

For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Marcia Reding at [email protected] or 651-539-1506.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected]. Please indicate what assistance you need.