Role OverviewWorks as a Portable Load Limit Inspector for the Ohio State Highway Patrol, setting up and operating portable and stationary platform scales to check the weight of commercial vehicles and ensure compliance with state weight limits. The role involves weighing and inspecting self-propelled construction equipment, commercial vehicles, and loads relative to legal limitations and special hauling permit limitations. The inspector may also appear in court as a witness relative to overload citations.
What You Will Do
Sets up and operates portable and stationary platform scales at selected rotating sites and weigh stations to check the weight of commercial vehicles. Weighs and inspects self-propelled construction equipment, commercial vehicles, and loads relative to legal limitations and special hauling permit limitations. Answers inquiries from the general public regarding information and directions.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have a valid driver's license, formal education that includes reading, writing, and speaking English, and arithmetic skills. The role requires a strong attention to detail, ability to work independently, and good communication skills.
Requirements
- Valid Driver's license
- Formal education that includes reading, writing, and speaking English, and arithmetic skills
- Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment
Benefits
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision, and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
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