Job Location: The position will be domiciled in
Lafayette or Carroll counties. Applicants residing in surrounding counties will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Territory includes: Grundy, Livingston, Ray, Carroll, Saline, Lafayette and East Jackson Counties
Why you’ll love this position:The Weights, Measures & Consumer Protection 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 the buyer and seller. 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 protection Missouri consumers, this job may be for you!
- Ensure all retail motor fuel devices in the inspection territory are tested for accuracy and inspected for safety every six months.
- 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).
- Submit all official documentation required for all job functions to the office accurately and in a timely manner.
- Represent the department in a professional manner at all times.
- Service, maintain and keep all test equipment clean including the state assigned vehicle.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: - Possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency
- Ability to travel during the training period including overnight stays.
- Ability to work outdoors and in adverse weather conditions.
- Ability to work in a potentially hazardous environment.
Preferred Qualifications:Two years of 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.)
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.Benefits:
- 3 weeks paid vacation; 3 weeks paid sick leave; 13 paid holidays
- Health (medical, dental, vision) and free life insurance
- Retirement
- Up to $75/month match on savings plan
- 6 weeks paid leave for birth or adoption
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .
