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LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS INSPECTOR - 42001897

Date: Apr 24, 2025

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Requisition No: 851046

Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services

Working Title: LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS INSPECTOR - 42001897

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 42001897

Salary: $48,000.16 - $52,800.28

Posting Closing Date: 05/04/2025

Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/)

LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS INSPECTOR

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES

BUREAU OF STANDARDS

*OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY*

The headquarters for this position is negotiable within Desoto, Hardee, Hillsborough, Manatee, Pinellas and Polk County.

CONTACT:

Carl Smith (850) 728-1544

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A high school diploma or its equivalent and two (2) years of experience in the LP Gas industry involving liquefied petroleum gas storage, utilization, handling, or pipeline systems.

Four (4) years of experience as described above can substitute for the required education.

Experience as an Agriculture & Consumer Protection Specialist inspecting weighing and measuring devices, and/or enforcing Chapter 525 or 531, F.S., can substitute on a year for year basis for the required experience as described above.

Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license.

*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. Qualified

individuals 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, F.A.C.

Moderate travel required.

NOTES:

Successful applicants must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.

Hours may vary from time to time.

JOB DUTIES:

Complies with all rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

+ Conducts inspections of LP Gas storage, supply and distribution systems, installation of such systems, operation and performance of related equipment, and other attributes related to the sale and distribution of LP gas.

+ Conducts inspections on the accuracy and function of measuring devices, as well as methods of sale and quantity.

+ Conducts reinspections.

+ Conducts site plan reviews for new and existing facilities.

+ Conducts investigations in reference to consumer complaints, accidents, and methods of sale and quantity.

+ Completes and maintains inspection and investigative documentation.

+ Provides technical assistance and education to local authorities and industry personnel regarding LP Gas laws, rules and regulations.

Performs other related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

+ Knowledge of basic LP gas tools and equipment (i.e., bar probe, CGI meter, manometer, Beckman meter, etc.).

+ Knowledge of products and applicable codes.

+ Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

+ Ability to conduct tests using this equipment.

+ Ability to physically perform activities that include, but are not limited to, climbing ladders, climbing on top of and going underneath trucks and other structures.

+ Ability to bend, kneel, and stand, lifting at least 40 lbs.

+ Ability to read and understand fabrication and assembly drawings, manufacturer’s equipment specifications, and operation and maintenance procedures.

+ Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, and walk long distances.

+ Ability to work on uneven terrain.

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.

Location:

APOLLO BEACH, FL, US, 33572 TAMPA, FL, US, 33616 GULFPORT, FL, US, 33707 WINTER HAVEN, FL, US, 33831 PALMETTO, FL, US, 34280 BAY PINES, FL, US, 33744 TAMPA, FL, US, 33614 WAUCHULA, FL, US, 33870 RUSKIN, FL, US, 33570 TAMPA, FL, US, 33617 WINTER HAVEN, FL, US, 33881 VALRICO, FL, US, 33594 BRANDON, FL, US, 33511 CLEARWATER, FL, US, 34620 TAMPA, FL, US, 33618 TAMPA, FL, US, 33634 CLEARWATER, FL, US, 33765 TAMPA, FL, US, 33604 TAMPA, FL, US, 33609 DUNDEE, FL, US, 33838 LAKELAND, FL, US, 33813 HAINES CITY, FL, US, 33844 TAMPA, FL, US, 33607 TAMPA, FL, US, 33680 TAMPA, FL, US, 33637 SAINT PETERSBURG, FL, US, 33712 TAMPA, FL, US, 33625 DUNEDIN, FL, US, 34698 TAMPA, FL, US, 33672 BRADENTON, FL, US, 33870 TAMPA, FL, US, 33606 LARGO, FL, US, 33773 THONOTOSASSA, FL, US, 33592 MYAKKA CITY, FL, US, 34251 GIBSONTON, FL, US, 33534 PLANT CITY, FL, US, 33560 LITHIA, FL, US, 33547 WAUCHULA, FL, US, 33873 LARGO, FL, US, 33770 WINTER HAVEN, FL, US, 33880 LARGO, FL, US, 33778 TAMPA, FL, US, 33612 ZOLFO SPRINGS, FL, US, 33890 SAINT PETERSBURG, FL, US, 33703 LAKELAND, FL, US, 33805 BARTOW, FL, US, 32644 SAINT PETERSBURG, FL, US, 33716 BRADENTON, FL, US, 34211 LAKELAND, FL, US, 33811 CLEARWATER, FL, US, 33760 LAKELAND, FL, US, 33809 BARTOW, FL, US, 33830 CLEARWATER, FL, US, 33756 LAKE WALES, FL, US, 33859 WINTER HAVEN, FL, US, 33884 TAMPA, FL, US, 33626 POLK CITY, FL, US, 33868 HAINES CITY, FL, US, 33469 TAMPA, FL, US, 34748 BRADENTON, FL, US, 34212 LAKELAND, FL, US, 33803 BOWLING GREEN, FL, US, 33834 LAKELAND, FL, US, 33808 LAKELAND, FL, US, 33801 TAMPA, FL, US, 33610 TAMPA, FL, US, 33602 TEMPLE TERRACE, FL, US, 33617 LARGO, FL, US, 33777 BRADENTON, FL, US, 34203 LARGO, FL, US, 33771 LARGO, FL, US, 33774 FROSTPROOF, FL, US, 33843 PALMETTO, FL, US, 34220 BRADENTON, FL, US, 34208 RIVERVIEW, FL, US, 33579 TAMPA, FL, US, 33613 PINELLAS PARK, FL, US, 33781 ARCADIA, FL, US, 34266 LAKE ALFRED, FL, US, 33850 TERRA CEIA, FL, US, 34250 TAMPA, FL, US, 33615 ELLENTON, FL, US, 34222 LAKE WALES, FL, US, 33898 PLANT CITY, FL, US, 33563 ARCADIA, FL, US, 33821 CLEARWATER, FL, US, 33755 TAMPA, FL, US, 33611 LAKELAND, FL, US, 34761 PALMETTO, FL, US, 34221 TAMPA, FL, US, 33619 CLEARWATER, FL, US, 33762 DOVER, FL, US, 33527 TARPON SPRINGS, FL, US, 34689 LAKELAND, FL, US, 33815 FORT MEADE, FL, US, 33841 TAMPA, FL, US, 33605 TAMPA, FL, US, 33620 AUBURNDALE, FL, US, 33823 ARCADIA, FL, US, 34265 BARTOW, FL, US, 33831 BRADENTON, FL, US, 34205 SEFFNER, FL, US, 33584 LAKE WALES, FL, US, 33853

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