Weight Inspector

Job Title

Weight Inspector I

Department of Transportation

877506

$1,387.95 - $1,796.17 biweekly ($36,086.70 - $46,700.42 annually)

Weight Inspector I responsible for enforcing weight laws and compliance with fuel tax requirements of commercial vehicles, using automated scales to determine vehicle and cargo weight, and ensuring compliance with Florida Statutes.

Enforces provisions of weight laws, including vehicle registration requirements and compliance with fuel tax requirements of commercial vehicles as specified in Chapter 316 of the Florida Statutes (F.S.). Incumbent is not a Sworn Officer and may only enforce those provisions that constitute a civil penalty in Sections 515, 516, 535, 540, 545, 546, and 550 of Chapter 316, Florida Statutes. Uses automated scales and measuring devices to determine weight of commercial vehicles and cargo.

Calculates vehicle axle and gross weights according to weight‑formula to detect violations. Submits Weigh Station Deficiency (WSD) reports in an accurate and timely manner.

Checks vehicles for compliance with, or violation of, fuel tax requirements, issues temporary permits, assesses permit fees, and issues civil citations when violations are detected. Determines amount of penalties and issues overweight citations for all axle gross and combination of axle spacing violations, and violations of permits and improper licensing.

Assists the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) with collecting overdue citation payments. When issuing citations, verifies the carrier is not operating under an out‑of‑service order and has no overdue citation payments. Maintains records and prepares reports on all vehicles checked, weighed and assessed, properly identifying types of violations for reporting purposes required by the Office of Motor Carrier Compliance Headquarters, and the Federal Highway Administration.

Completes required incident reports for all citations involving permit violations, licensing violations, impounded vehicles, and protested cases. Reviews special permit issues for certain overweight vehicles for compliance with permit provisions.

Inspects license plates and registration certificates of vehicles for expiration or improper weight classification, according to the declared gross vehicle weight, and conducts necessary inquiries with issuing authorities to determine if violations are present. Requires vehicles to be off‑loaded when gross vehicle weight exceeds the legal weight by 6,000 pounds or more in accordance with Florida Statutes.

Assists owners and operators of vehicles by furnishing information and interpreting state weight laws. Uses telephone, National Crime Information Center/Florida Crime Information Center (NCIC/FCIC) Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles computer systems, and two‑way communications to confirm violations. Maintains the required records and certifications for operation of these systems. Renders aid to other agencies and the general public for any reasonable request.

• Basic computer usage
• Knowledge in the use of radio and telephone equipment

• Dealing with the public and other employees in a tactful and courteous manner
• Performing basic mathematical calculations

• Understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Work independently
• Collect, review and verify data and maintain records

• Extensive on‑the‑job and classroom training required to maintain job knowledge necessary as updates and changes are made in responsibilities.
• Certify within 9 months of employment and maintain certification with FCIC/NCIC.
• Level II background check required according to SLERS and Section 282.709, Florida Statutes.
• Respond before, during, and following emergency situations.

High school diploma or certificate of high school equivalency.

• Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
• $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
• Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
• State of Florida retirement package
• 10 paid holidays a year
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Tuition waiver for public college courses

The State of Florida supports a Drug‑Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug‑Free Workplace Act.

Veterans’ Preference:
Candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies. Documentation requirements are available as described in the Florida statutes.

Disability Accommodations:
Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations may be provided upon request. Contact Human Resources for assistance.

Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F.S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.