Agricultural Inspector jobs in Augusta, GA

We at the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) take our responsibilities to you very seriously and are committed to protecting and promoting Georgia's agriculture through superior service and leadership.

• The mission of the GDA is to protect consumers, promote agriculture locally and globally, and assist our customers using education, technology, and a professional workforce.

• The vision of the GDA is to continue to be a globally recognized leader in agricultural excellence through a commitment to safety, quality, growth, and innovation.

Position Overview:

This position is part of the Fuel & Measures Division of the GDA. This section is responsible for protecting consumers from being shorted at gasoline pumps or purchasing bad gas at stations located throughout Ga.

This division is also responsible for checking and calibrating meters at airports, military bases, and oil companies. This also tests heavy and small scales such as those located at truck stops, scrap yards, and cattle sales as well as pawnshops and processing plants. The scales inspectors also do package checking such as mulch.

This position is assigned to

·       Bartow

·       Gordon

·       Murray

·       walker

·       Whitefield

Applicants must reside in the County or be willing to relocate.

Job Summary:

Through regulatory inspections, the Fuel and Measures Division protects consumers by verifying the accuracy of weights and measures used in commercial transactions, the quality and quantity of motor fuels, and the enforcement of grain, cotton, and tobacco laws.

·         Programs administered by the fuel and measures division include regulatory field inspection, and the state fuel oil and state weights laboratories.

·         Fuel and measurement field operations test the accuracy and certification of commercial weighing devices, retail gas pumps, propane dispensers, and wholesale petroleum meters.

Position Overview:

Under general supervision, inspects and tests assigned commercial fuel dispensers and underground storage tanks according to state law. Investigate consumer complaints, conduct re-inspections of previously written violations, and complete written reports and other required paperwork. Specifically, Inspectors have the following job responsibilities:

1. Registers service stations and verifies that advertised product, pump, and selling method prices correspond. Registers and re-registers stations within allotted timeframes and in an efficient manner; Detects any improper advertising of products and takes appropriate corrective action(s); Checks antifreeze brands being sold to ensure that they are registered with the state.

2. Tests fuel dispenser calibration and physical condition. Verifies accuracy of fuel dispensers by both volume and monetary indicators according to established procedures; Thoroughly examines fuel dispensing devices to ensure established standards are met; Issues appropriate violation notices for any violation and re-inspects to make sure violation has been resolved within an allotted timeframe.

3. Conduct product quality checks and investigations. Conducts contamination tests according to established procedures; Collects, transports, and submits laboratory fuel samples along with lab analysis forms in a manner and frequency prescribed by the State Fuel Oil Chemist; Checks underground and above-ground storage tanks for proper I.D., water, and contamination, sealer caps, and the amount of product in tanks, and takes appropriate action to correct the situation as required.

4. Investigate consumer complaints concerning fuel quality, improper advertising, and/or accuracy of fuel pumping devices.  Responds to complaints or requests in a timely and efficient manner, Acts on requests or complaints according to prescribed procedures or administrative directions.

5. Completes required reports. Prepares comprehensive and accurate reports documenting tests and investigations promptly; Prepares activity, travel expense, leave, and vehicle reports/paperwork within an established timeframe; Attends meetings and training seminars for law and product updates and changes.

6. Maintains equipment and state vehicle. Maintains prover(s), sample bottles/cases, funnels, etc., in a clean and proper condition for accurate testing; Keeps a proper and accurate service record for state vehicles to ensure safety and proper operational functions.

7. Maintains a consistent, high-quality, customer-focused orientation when conducting business and providing services or products to clients, the public, and other external customers. Treats customers with respect, courtesy, and tact. Listens to customers and interacts with customers as a person, while maintaining a business relationship; Directs the customer to the proper area, i.e., person, office, etc., to get answers to specific questions and problems that inspectors are unable to answer properly.

8. Interacts with all levels of government in a way that promotes respect, encourages cooperation and contributes to excellent performance. Treats all personnel fairly, giving no one preferential treatment; Communicates accurate information to all other personnel professionally and courteously conveys a willingness to assist.

Other duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference will be given to applicants, who, in addition to meeting the Minimum Qualifications, possess knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:

·         Vocational or technical degree in agriculture, horticulture, environmental science, pest control, entomology, or a closely related field from an accredited college

·         Six months of work experience in the petroleum industry, i.e., as a service station attendant, petroleum transport truck operator, or otherwise involved in the distribution and/or storage of petroleum.

·         Working knowledge of Windows computer operating system and applications

NOTE: The Georgia Department of Agriculture conducts background checks on all final candidates. The hiring of applicants is contingent upon satisfactory results of employment verification, background, and criminal records investigations, and motor vehicle reports.

HOW TO APPLY:  Resumes may be submitted by adding to your profile in Team Georgia Careers.

·         Via Team Georgia Careers http://team.georgia.gov/careers/

The GDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to the large volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided. Selected applicants will be contacted for the next steps in the interview process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive a notification.

If you need accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Office at (404) 656-3615.

** The position will be closed once a suitable candidate is identified *