Portable Load Limit Inspector

Portable Load Limit Inspector

ABOUT US:
Our mission is to save lives, reduce injuries and economic loss, administer Ohio's motor vehicle laws and preserve the safety and wellbeing of all citizens.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Ohio State Highway Patrol
Report In Location - 950 Rombach Avenue, Wilmington, 45177

Sets up &/or operates portable &/ or stationary platform scales at selected rotating sites &/or weigh stations in order to check the weight of commercial vehicles to ensure compliance with state weight limits; Weighs & inspects self-propelled construction equipment, commercial vehicles &/or loads relative to legal limitations & special hauling permit limitations using a height stick & portable &/or stationary scales; Utilizes a state owned portable scale vehicle to transport scales.

Maintains records of special hauling permit loads & all violations; Operates radio to contact patrol post for assistance &/or detention of violators.

Answers inquiries from the general public regarding information & directions. May appear in court as a witness relative to overload citations.

Maintains all equipment in a clean & safe condition; Performs other duties as directed by immediate supervisor.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

• The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Formal education that includes reading, writing & speaking English & in arithmetic that includes addition, subtraction, multiplication & division.

• Or equivalent of the Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

JOB SKILLS:
Technical Skills: Automotive, Basic Documentation, Code Enforcement, Equipment Operations, Inspection Principles
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Customer Focus

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

MAJOR WORKER CHARACTERISTICS

Knowledge of: Safety Practices; *Public Relations; *Office Practices & Procedures (LCS); *Agency Policies & Procedures (ODPS; OSHP); Government Structure & Process (e.g., Ohio laws & regulations governing weight, size & Load Limit regulations & highway use tax provisions*, hazardous materials transportation laws & regulations & symbols*, PUCO regulations concerning commercial vehicles*); Human Relations.

Skill in: Word Processing (i.e., Microsoft Office; LEADS*; OTIS*); Equipment Operations (i.e., computerized portable & stationary scales*, 2-way radio*, height stick & office equipment).

Ability to: Deal with problems involving several variables in familiar context; Add, subtract, multiply & divide whole numbers; Comprehend simple sentences with common vocabulary; Handle sensitive inquiries from & contacts with operators of commercial vehicles & general public; Maintain accurate records; Define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; Gather, collate & classify information about data, people or things.

(*) Developed after employment

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT:
Renewal of driver license as required by law.

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
May be exposed to vehicles leaking hazardous materials or on fire & animal wastes; may work outside exposed to weather; exposed to traffic noise & gasoline fumes; requires travel when operating portable scales; may be required to work evenings; may be required to crawl under vehicles; exposed to moving traffic while placing signs & cones to designate selected weigh site & during inspections; may be exposed to unsecure loads during inspections.

• This position may be filled by a layoff or certification eligibility list.
• This position will be filled in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement if applicable.

• A BCI and FBI fingerprint check, a background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants.
• A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.