Inspector 2 Caldwell

USA: | Agriculture | Full Time

17.45 - 17.45 USD per hour

Posted 2 days ago | Apply before September 11, 2026

“Dedicated to Advancing, Protecting and Promoting Idaho Agriculture with a Balanced Approach to Industry and Consumers”

Summary

“Dedicated to Advancing, Protecting and Promoting Idaho Agriculture with a Balanced Approach to Industry and Consumers”

Summary

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture is currently recruiting for full-time multiple Inspector 2 positions for the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program with the Agricultural Inspections division located out of the Caldwell district. This position may require occasional Saturday shifts, in addition to regular weekday hours.

SPECIAL NOTIFICATION:
This non-classified position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission.

Referred lists will be pulled periodically. This job announcement will be closed if the positions are filled prior to the closing date.

Incumbents in these positions work in a high-volume production setting until all samples are processed. Work involves exposure to extreme cold and heat, wet and humid environments, dust, dirt, exhaust fumes, poorly ventilated areas, noise and odors. Work requires standing for prolonged periods. Incumbents must effectively communicate while exercising tact and diplomacy; and establish and maintain effective working relationships. Incumbents must keep work area in safe condition and report any hazards to supervisor.

May involve irregular work hours, (partial days and/or long hours) days and times and a rotation to multiple locations. Personal protective equipment may be required. Depending on the facility incumbents may be required to purchase protective shoes and/or wear ear protection, hard hats, safety glasses, etc.

Under direction, inspect and determine grade of commodities according to Federal and State standards and contract specifications; complete forms and worksheets for issuance of official certificates. Constantly make rapid, informed judgements on the product's grade. Duties involve frequent lifting, moving and dumping of bags or other containers. Incumbent must follow written and verbal instructions and accurately complete time sheets and other required documentation.

Incumbents must possess a high level of human relation skills to work cooperatively, jointly, and effectively with customers to ensure inspection procedures meet established program specifications. Incumbents must effectively communicate both verbally and in writing and interact with work crews, growers and other industry members while using tact and diplomacy.

• Shipping Point Inspection and Grading. Select appropriate number of representative samples according to size of shipment; examine product externally and internally according to standards pertaining to size, shape varietal characteristics, appearance, and degree of imperfection using visual inspection, paring knives, small scales, and size rings; count or weigh portions of a sample which deviate from standards; determine product grade considering the cumulative quality and condition of all samples examined;
  
  preform related duties as required.
• Work Sheet and Certificate Completion. Record number and weights of sample portions which deviate from standards; total and calculate percentage of grade defects and variances in the product size, count, quality and condition to determine if the product is within grade tolerances; record type of carrier such as a rail car, truck, or trailer; check refrigeration equipment and record type and operating condition;
  
  review shipping manifest and verify…