Port-of-Entry Inspector Trainee
The Idaho Transportation Department is hiring a Port-of-Entry Inspector Trainee for the Boise Port-of-Entry location. The incumbent will inspect commercial vehicles and enforce compliance with laws and regulations governing commercial vehicle traffic. The Port-of-Entry Inspector Trainee position is considered an underfill for the Port-of-Entry Inspector.
The starting hourly rate is $20.70. Upon completion of the probationary period, passing of the inspector trainee test, and completion of six (6) months of service as an inspector trainee, the trainee will be promoted to Inspector classification and the salary will increase to $22.39 per hour.
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Department Requirement : The Idaho State Tax Commission and the Department of Transportation will deputize trainees. Background investigations are conducted before appointment and annually to satisfy state bonding and deputation requirements.
General Information : Trainees become Port-of-Entry Inspectors after successful completion of training. Trainees learn to apply and enforce laws governing commercial vehicles and Port-of-Entry operations and are granted limited peace officer authority. They often work with hostile vehicle operators. Light janitorial work such as sweeping and mopping of immediate work area and working a 24-hour rotating shift is required. These positions involve lifting objects weighing up to 40 pounds to waist height; crawling and bending to perform vehicle inspections; standing for up to 6-hours during a shift; working in all kinds of weather conditions; having sufficient hearing and sight to inspect vehicles; and working around hazardous materials. Individuals in these positions are required to wear a uniform supplied by the department and to adhere to dress and grooming standards.
To learn more about the department, please visit the ITD website. Make a difference in your community and in the lives of the citizens of Idaho! Contact an ITD Recruiter at [email protected] or call 208-334-8664.
The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information, please visit https : / / dhr.idaho.gov / information-for-state-employees / .
EEO / ADA / Veteran : The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY / TTD : 711), or email [email protected] . Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
Inspector • Boise, ID, US