Inspection Specialist

INSPECTION SPECIALIST

The headquarters for this position is negotiable within Bradford, Clay, Duval, and St. Johns County. Contact:
Rodney Donhoff

Minimum Requirements:

A high school diploma or its equivalent and four (4) years of experience in electrical, plumbing, or mechanical inspection, building maintenance and repair, or in the construction, installation, inspection, maintenance or repair of mechanical or amusement devices, rides, or attractions. College education from an accredited institution or vocational/technical training can substitute at the rate of 30 semester, 45 quarter or 720 classroom hours per year up to a maximum of three (3) years of the required experience provided such education includes three courses in building construction or maintenance, mechanics, plumbing, mathematics, physical science, electrical repair or maintenance and/or engineering.

Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license.

Additional Requirements:

This position has regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of s. 112.313, Florida Statutes, and Section 60L-36.003, Florida Administrative Code. Employees appointed to positions involved in amusement device inspection under authority of Section 616.242, Florida Statutes, must pass and maintain the NAARSO level 1 certification as required, as implemented by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services within 36 months of appointment.

Moderate travel required, including overnight and sometimes up to two weeks at a time on an emergency program, is required. Must reside in required county(ies) throughout employment in this position.

Job Duties:

Complies with all applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Conducts inspections on amusement rides. Certifies amusement rides operable for public use. Tests equipment to ensure compliance with Florida Statutes. Issues stop-operation orders. Conducts re-inspections. Conducts inspections on aerial adventure courses and ziplines to include various heights. Creates invoices and collects fees from companies. Completes inspection documentation. Verifies proper insurance and affidavit coverage for companies.

Reviews, investigates and prepares documentation for accident reports. Educates new companies of Florida inspection laws, rules, regulations and procedures. Submits travel documentation and expenses incurred for reimbursement. Assists in training new hires as needed. Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of techniques and equipment needed for amusement device/attraction set-up, maintenance and operation. Knowledge of applicable safety requirements and terminology used in the amusement device/attraction industry. Knowledge of basic principles of power (electrical and hydraulic), mechanical motion, structural assembly, stress and fatigue. Knowledge of basic principles of electrical, mechanical and structural operation and stress testing and analysis. Ability to lift and carry up to forty pounds.

Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Ability to frequently bend, kneel, climb, stand and walk several hours each day. Ability to work on uneven terrain. Ability to work at heights of upwards to forty feet. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Ability to read and understand fabrication and assembly drawings, manufacturer's equipment specifications and operation and maintenance procedures.

Ability to conduct amusement device/attraction inspection. Skill in the use of equipment needed to conduct amusement device/attraction inspections.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year;
State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options;
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please visit  ;) Flexible Spending Accounts;
Tuition waivers;
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Special Notes:
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center . Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 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. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive…