INSPECTION SPECIALIST - 42005507 1 Date: Jan 31, 2024 Location: COCONUT CREEK, FL, US, 33063 BELLE GLADE, FL, US, 33430 BOCA RATON, FL, US, 33431 BOCA RATON, FL, US, 33434 BOYNTON BEACH, FL, US, 33426 BOYNTON BEACH, FL, US, 33437 CANAL POINT, FL, US, 33438 COCONUT CREEK, FL, US, 33066 COCONUT CREEK, FL, US, 33073 CORAL GABLES, FL, US, 33156 CORAL GABLES, FL, US, 33186 CORAL SPRINGS, FL, US, 33065 DANIA BEACH, FL, US, 33004 DAVIE, FL, US, 33317 DAVIE, FL, US, 33325 DEERFIELD BEACH, FL, US, 33441 DELRAY BEACH, FL, US, 33444 DELRAY BEACH, FL, US, 33445 DELRAY BEACH, FL, US, 33446 DELRAY BEACH, FL, US, 33483 DELRAY BEACH, FL, US, 33486 DORAL, FL, US, 33126 DORAL, FL, US, 33166 FLORIDA CITY, FL, US, 33034 FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, US, 33301 FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, US, 33315 GOULDS, FL, US, 33170 GREENACRES, FL, US, 33463 GREENACRES, FL, US, 33467 GULF STREAM, FL, US, 33483 HIALEAH GARDENS, FL, US, 33018 HIALEAH, FL, US, 33010 HIALEAH, FL, US, 33012 HIALEAH, FL, US, 33015 HIALEAH, FL, US, 33016 HOLLYWOOD, FL, US, 33019 HOLLYWOOD, FL, US, 33021 HOLLYWOOD, FL, US, 33024 HOLLYWOOD, FL, US, 33901 HOMESTEAD, FL, US, 33030 HOMESTEAD, FL, US, 33032 JUPITER, FL, US, 33458 JUPITER, FL, US, 33477 JUPITER, FL, US, 33478 KEY BISCAYNE, FL, US, 33149 LAKE WORTH, FL, US, 33406 LAKE WORTH, FL, US, 33450 LAKE WORTH, FL, US, 33460 LAKE WORTH, FL, US, 33461 LAKE WORTH, FL, US, 33462 LAKE WORTH, FL, US, 33463 LAKE WORTH, FL, US, 33467 LANTANA, FL, US, 33462 LANTANA, FL, US, 33465 LAUDERDALE LAKES, FL, US, 33311 LAUDERDALE LAKES, FL, US, 33313 LAUDERDALE LAKES, FL, US, 33319 LAUDERDALE LAKES, FL, US, 33813 LAUDERHILL, FL, US, 33319 MARGATE, FL, US, 33063 MIAMI BEACH, FL, US, 33139 MIAMI BEACH, FL, US, 33141 MIAMI BEACH, FL, US, 33162 MIAMI GARDENS, FL, US, 33056 MIAMI GARDENS, FL, US, 33169 MIAMI LAKES, FL, US, 33016 MIAMI, FL, US, 33055 MIAMI, FL, US, 33101 MIAMI, FL, US, 33122 MIAMI, FL, US, 33125 MIAMI, FL, US, 33126 MIAMI, FL, US, 33127 MIAMI, FL, US, 33128 MIAMI, FL, US, 33130 MIAMI, FL, US, 33131 MIAMI, FL, US, 33132 MIAMI, FL, US, 33134 MIAMI, FL, US, 33135 MIAMI, FL, US, 33136 MIAMI, FL, US, 33137 MIAMI, FL, US, 33138 MIAMI, FL, US, 33142 MIAMI, FL, US, 33144 MIAMI, FL, US, 33145 MIAMI, FL, US, 33147 MIAMI, FL, US, 33150 MIAMI, FL, US, 33155 MIAMI, FL, US, 33157 MIAMI, FL, US, 33160 MIAMI, FL, US, 33161 MIAMI, FL, US, 33162 MIAMI, FL, US, 33165 MIAMI, FL, US, 33166 MIAMI, FL, US, 33169 MIAMI, FL, US, 33172 MIAMI, FL, US, 33173 MIAMI, FL, US, 33174 MIAMI, FL, US, 33175 MIAMI, FL, US, 33176 MIAMI, FL, US, 33177 MIAMI, FL, US, 33178 MIAMI, FL, US, 33181 MIAMI, FL, US, 33183 MIAMI, FL, US, 33184 MIAMI, FL, US, 33186 MIAMI, FL, US, 33189 MIAMI, FL, US, 33194 MIAMI, FL, US, 33199 MIAMI, FL, US, 33256 MIAMI, FL, US, 33283 NARANJA, FL, US, 33032 NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL, US, 33160 NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL, US, 33179 NORTH MIAMI, FL, US, 33161 OCEAN RIDGE, FL, US, 33435 OPA LOCKA, FL, US, 33054 PAHOKEE, FL, US, 33476 PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL, US, 33412 PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL, US, 33418 PEMBROKE PINES, FL, US, 33024 PEMBROKE PINES, FL, US, 33025 PEMBROKE PINES, FL, US, 33082 PEMBROKE PINES, FL, US, 33312 PEMBROKE PINES, FL, US, 33332 PLANTATION, FL, US, 33313 PLANTATION, FL, US, 33324 POMPANO BEACH, FL, US, 33060 POMPANO BEACH, FL, US, 33062 POMPANO BEACH, FL, US, 33064 POMPANO BEACH, FL, US, 33068 POMPANO BEACH, FL, US, 33069 POMPANO BEACH, FL, US, 33073 RIVIERA BEACH, FL, US, 33404 ROYAL PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33411 SOUTH BAY, FL, US, 33493 SOUTH MIAMI, FL, US, 33143 SUNRISE, FL, US, 33323 SUNRISE, FL, US, 33326 SUNRISE, FL, US, 33351 SURFSIDE, FL, US, 33154 TAMARAC, FL, US, 33321 TEQUESTA, FL, US, 33469 WELLINGTON, FL, US, 33414 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33401 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33405 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33406 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33407 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33409 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33410 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33411 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33412 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33413 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33415 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33417 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33418 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33426 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33460 WESTON, FL, US, 33327 WILTON MANORS, FL, US, 33305 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforceoperations/humanresourcemanagement/forjobapplicants/everify) .Requisition No: 821932 Agency: Agriculture and Consumer ServicesWorking Title: INSPECTION SPECIALIST - 42005507 1Position Number: 42005507 Salary: $44,000.06 - 48,400.30 Posting Closing Date: 02/07/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) INSPECTION SPECIALIST FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICESBUREAU OF FAIR RIDES INSPECTION OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY This position’s headquarters is negotiable within Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach County. CONTACT: Ron Jacobson (850) 251-1792 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.Please Note: There will be a numerically based work sample administered with an established minimum required passing score to all eligible candidates as part of the hiring process for this position. ATTENTION CANDIDATES To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:
All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualifiedindividuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 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. Must reside in required county(ies) throughout employment in this position. NOTES: Successful applicants must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment. 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.
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 of 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 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.
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.
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 visitwww.myfrs.com;)
Flexible Spending Accounts;
Tuition waivers;
And more!
For a complete list of benefits, visitwww.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the“Total Compensation Estimator Tool”located above under the “Posting Closing Date.”
SPECIAL NOTES:
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.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 (1-866-663-4735). 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 preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Nearest Major Market:Fort LauderdaleNearest Secondary Market:Miami