Missouri Dept. of Agriculture
The weights and measures division is responsible for ensuring equity in the marketplace. From the amount of gasoline we purchase to any commodity sold by weight, measure or liquid volume, our division is there to make the playing field level for both buyer and sellers. Fire and accident prevention is critical in areas where fuel is being handled and dispensed.
If you enjoy working with your hands, are mechanically inclined, and want to be a part of protecting Missouri consumers, this job may be for you!
This position will be domiciled in South St. Louis City and South St. Louis counties. Applicants in other areas will be considered, if willing to relocate to one of these counties. Surrounding counties may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
SALARY: $45,005.76 annually
Job Description/Duties:
- #1. Ensure all retail motor Fuel Devices in the inspection territory (counties listed above) are tested for accuracy and inspected for safety every six months.
#2. Inspect all facilities for code compliance as prescribed by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 30 and 30A, NIST Handbook 44 and Missouri Code of State Regulations.
#3. Submit all official documentation required for all job functions to the office accurately and in a timely manner.
#4. Represent the department in a professional manner at all times.
#5. Service, maintain and keep all test equipment clean including the state assigned vehicle.
#6 Ability to travel extensively in the performance of duties, including frequent overnight stays. Ability to work outdoors and in adverse weather conditions. Ability to work in a potentially hazardous environment. - #7 Other duties as assigned
Possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency
Preferred Qualifications
Technical experience in the petroleum industry relating to the installation and repair of fuel storage, utilization and dispensing systems (i.e., pipeline and barge terminals, gasoline delivery truck meters, gasoline pumps, atmospheric and pressure vessel fuel storage tanks and petroleum piping systems, etc.
THE MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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