AGRICULTURAL/WEIGHTS & MEASURES INSPECTOR III
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Weights and Measures Inspector 9-E10
State of Michigan
Agriculture and Rural Development
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$24.22 - $33.72
per hour
Type
Full-Time
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May 5, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This entry-level job involves inspecting weighing and measuring devices used in buying and selling products like food, fuel, and goods to ensure they're accurate and fair for consumers and businesses.
You'll travel to sites, check equipment based on complaints or routine checks, and enforce state rules under supervision.
It's a good fit for someone detail-oriented with hands-on experience in mechanical or electronic systems, who enjoys fieldwork and protecting public interests in agriculture and trade.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License
- For Inspector 9: Two years of experience in manufacturing, operating, maintaining, or inspecting electronic/mechanical equipment (e.g., scales, pumps, vehicles) or in law/code enforcement
- For Inspector E10: One year of experience equivalent to Inspector 9
- Ability to work in Kent, Ionia, Eaton, Ingham, or Clinton counties (Michigan)
- Substitution option: Two years of college with 15 semester credits in fields like industrial technology, metrology, physics, or related scientific measurement
Full Job Description
Food and Agriculture is one of the largest industries in Michigan. Grow with us and make a difference!
As an entry level position under supervision of a program manager and/or field supervisor, works to ensure economic welfare for the State of Michigan, concerning weights and measures in the following areas: all weights and measures devices and applicable commodities related to the handling, storage and dispensing of consumer products (e.g., retail and wholesale agricultural, petroleum and manufactured products). Approximately 96% of all domestic commodities that are bought and sold, and approximately 99% of all international trade, are based on weights and measures. Based on consumer complaints, inspects and verifies the compliance of commercial weighing and measuring systems with all applicable Laws and Regulations. Enforcement of state Laws and Regulations relating to weighing and measuring devices and commodities used in commercial transactions.
Position Description
The location of this position will be either in Kent, Ionia, Eaton, Ingham or Clinton county, based on the selected candidate.
This position requires a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License.
About MDARD:
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is comprised of four bureaus that use a customer-driven, solution-oriented approach to cultivate and expand new economic opportunities for the food and agricultural sector; safeguard the public's food supply; inspect and enforce sound animal health practices; control and eradicate plant pests and diseases threatening the $125.8 billion food and agriculture system; preserve the environment by which the farming community makes their living and feeds consumers; and protect consumers by enforcing laws relating to weights and measures.
MDARD offers a positive work-life balance with optional hybrid work options and flexible work schedules. Department leaders support a great team culture and are committed to professional development.
MDARD is committed to a department-wide diversity, equity, and inclusion program that builds upon our values and invests in our employees. We provide an inclusive culture through involvement and empowerment, where the inherent worth and dignity of all people are recognized.
Requirements
EDUCATION:Education typically acquired through completion of high school.
EXPERIENCE:
Weights/Measures Inspector 9
Two years of experience in a journey, senior, supervisory or managerial position involving the manufacturing, operation, maintenance, or inspection of electronic or mechanical equipment such as scales, pumps, motor vehicles or motor vehicle parts, or in law or code enforcement.
Weights/Measures Inspector E10
One year of experience equivalent to a Weights/Measures Inspector 9.
Qualifications
Weights/Measures Inspector 9Completion of two years of college with 15 semester (23 term) credits in any combination of industrial or electronic systems technology, computer technology, industrial engineering technology, metrology, mathematics, physics, accounting, finance, or a field related to scientific measurement may be substituted for the experience requirement.
Additional Information
Please attach a cover letter, resume, and official college transcript(s) (if applicable) to your application.
For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.
Must possess a valid Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).Some positions within this class series are assigned job duties that may require possession of the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) issued by the Secretary of State as required by Public Act 346 of 1988 to operate a designated state vehicle.
NOTE: Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
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