Fuel Device Safety Inspector - South St. Louis

Job Location: South St. Louis, MO

Successful applicants must reside in either South St. Louis City or South St. Louis County or be willing to relocate. Surrounding counties will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

The Weights and Measures 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 buyers and sellers. 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 protecting Missouri consumers, this job may be for you!

The salary indicated represents the current regular pay rate for this position. If the individual selected is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., Years of Service), it will be added to total compensation on their paycheck. A pay differential does not raise base pay.

• Ensure all retail motor fuel devices in the inspection territory (counties listed above) 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.

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED certificate.
• Valid MO Driver's License.
• Ability to travel extensively in the performance of duties, including occasional overnight stays.
• Ability to work outdoors and in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to work in potentially hazardous environments.

• 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.

• 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.

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