WEIGHTS AND MEASURES INSPECTOR 1 - UNDERFILL
Salary
$50,654.88 - $74,040.48 Annually
Location
Las Vegas
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2026-02853
Department
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Opening Date
07/08/2026
Closing Date
7/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
C
Max Number of Applicants
50
Salary Grade
29
Full Physical Address of Position (City, State, Zip)
Las Vegas, Nevada 89104
Job Summary
The Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA), Division of Measurement Standards, is seeking to fill one vacant underfill Weights and Measures Inspector 1 position in Las Vegas. This is an underfill position to Weights and Measures Inspector 2. This positions duties include checking the net content of package goods, price verification, regulating method of advertising and sale of commodities. They respond to all documented complaints regarding applicable devices and advertised pricing. Under general supervision, incumbents perform the full range of duties in the Weights & Measures Inspector series concept. This positions job duties are performed almost entirely in the field, which requires extensive travel throughout the assigned territory, including overnight stays up to 25% of the time. This may include 5 business days' travel for training outside of the State of Nevada. A 4 day, 10-hour shift schedule is possible for this position. Because of the CDL requirement of this position, Federal Law requires random screening of controlled substances throughout the course of employment.
Weights and Measures Inspectors inspect all commercial weighing and measuring devices, enforce applicable regulations, and sample gasoline and diesel fuel for quality to protect the economic interests of consumers and merchants in the State.
Essential Qualifications
Associates degree from an accredited college or university in science, mathematics, statistics, physics, engineering, agriculture, or a closely related field and one year of experience in the inspection, maintenance, and/or installation of mechanical and/or electrical equipment; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of work experience, one year of which was in the agricultural industry field; in a general maintenance and/or construction trade; operation and/or maintenance of commercial scales, gas pumps and/or propane tanks; operation of a diesel, heavy duty, and/or semi-truck with a commercial driving license; and/or the inspection, maintenance, and/or installation of mechanical and/or electrical equipment; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
Job Duties
Test gasoline dispensers, linear measuring devices, petroleum gas measuring devices, small and large capacity scales, and large capacity meters; check equipment for wear, malfunctioning, or other problems; verify weighing or measuring accuracy with appropriate weights, meters, or measuring standard; record information on report form; calculate allowable tolerance; determine if devices are within compliance; remove and release from service in order to protect the public and business owners from inaccurate scales and measuring devices.
Perform petroleum inspections; visually check advertising and labeling; obtain samples for laboratory analysis, and verify brands are properly registered to prevent confusion and fraud, promote fair competition in the industry, and protect the environment from pollution.
Investigate violations and consumer complaints; record available data; complete consumer interview; check devices suspected of malfunctioning; evaluate information obtained; prepare report; recommend corrective actions for restitutions substantiated; collect, preserve, and safeguard evidence; and report information to enforcement agencies as appropriate.
Maintain testing equipment and standards; perform preventive and minor maintenance; maintain records of equipment servicing; and test against official State standards to ensure accuracy and proper calibration.
Audit Public Weighmasters; review certificates of weights to verify that transactions are accurately reported, and records are properly maintained; and test weighing devices.
Verify prices in retail establishments; ensure that commodity prices reflect the point-of-sale system price.
Prepare and maintain files, records, and reports; file inspection documents; record information; document consumer complaints; submit work activity reports; list businesses with weighing and measuring devices; remove obsolete files; and develop an annual inspection schedule, to document work completed, account for fees assessed, and plan future activities.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Under close supervision, incumbents receive training in performing all or part of the duties outlined above. This is the trainee level in the series. Progression to the journey level may occur upon meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance and with the approval of the appointing authority.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
General knowledge of: basic math, physics and electronics as applied to weights and measures; weight categories and conversions; basic safety procedures used when working with hazardous chemicals, flammable liquids, and handling mass weights; basic mechanical principles; safe and defensive driving techniques.
Ability to: prepare routine reports and explain procedures and policies; communicate effectively with the public.
Recruiter Contact Information: Sonja Grass - SonjaGrass@admin.nv.gov
The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.
Benefits include:
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).
Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.
Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
No Nevada state income tax.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).
For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).
The following are legal holidays:
January 1.............................................. New Years Day
Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.s Birthday
Third Monday in February................ Washington's Birthday
Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day
June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day
July 4.................................................... Independence Day
First Monday in September.............. Labor Day
Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day
November 11........................................ Veterans Day
Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day
Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day
December 25........................................ Christmas Day
When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255
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Do you have any of the following?
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This position requires up to 25% of travel. Can you meet this requirement?
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A valid drivers license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Can you meet this requirement?
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A valid Nevada Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL), is required within 12 months of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Can you meet this requirement?
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A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for these items. Can you meet this requirement?
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Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. In addition, federal law requires random testing for controlled substances during employment. Can you meet this requirement?
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This position requires flexible and rotating shifts. Can you meet this requirement?
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Do you currently have a Class A commercial drivers license (CDL)?
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Do you have experience towing and operating larger machinery
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Describe your experience in working with large capacity scales and where it was gained.
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Describe your experience with high flow meters and where it was gained.
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Describe your experience in working with Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG)/Propane and where it was gained.
Required Question
Employer State of Nevada (NV)
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See Above for Posting Location, Nevada, 89701
Website https://nvjobs.nv.gov