$18.75 - $24.83 Hourly

Grain Sampler/Weigher

Dept. of Agriculture
Tacoma, WA
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AGRIKULTURA - Pangunahing Batayan ng Ekonomiya ng Washington

Ang Departamento ng Agrikultura ng Estado ng Washington ay naglilingkod sa estado nang higit sa 100 taon. Sa pamamagitan ng serbisyo, regulasyon, at pagtutol, pinapanatili naming buhay at mahalaga ang agrikultura sa Washington State, habang pinoprotektahan namin ang mga mamimili, kalusugan ng publiko, at kapaligiran. Nagtatrabaho kami nang malawakan kasama ang mga magsasaka at manggagamot ng hayop, ngunit ang aming responsibilidad – mula sa pagtiyak ng kaligtasan ng pagkain hanggang sa proteksyon ng kapaligiran – nakaaapekto sa buhay ng milyon-milyong tao dito sa lokal na antas, pambansa, at internasyonal.

Ang ahensya ay may humigit-kumulang 780 empleyado at lumalaki hanggang sa 1,000 empleyado sa panahon ng peak season. Upang matuto pa at makita ang karagdagang mga posisyon, mangyaring bisitahin ang aming
Pahina ng Pagkakataon.

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Tang Pagkakataon:

Ang Programa ng Inspeksyon ng Komodidad ay nagbibigay ng neutral na inspeksyon bilang ikatlong partido para sa iba't ibang produkto ng agrikultura ng Washington State at tumutulong sa mga kumpanyang agrikultural sa paggalaw at pag-export ng kanilang mga produkto. Ang programa ay binubuo ng humigit-kumulang 365 FTEs sa pamamagitan ng apat na programang pambansa: Inspeksyon ng Prutas at Gulay, Inspeksyon ng Grano, Audit ng Warehouse ng Grano, at Inspeksyon at Pagsasaalang-alang ng Binhi. 


Ang Programa ng Inspeksyon ng Grano ay nagbibigay ng pag-aaral ng sample, pagbabantay, pagsusuri ng kalidad, inspeksyon ng grado, at serbisyong phytosanitary para sa mga grano at komodidad upang matulungan ang paggalaw ng grano. Ang mga serbisyo ay available sa mga grain, commodity trade, at iba pang interesadong partido sa kahilingan, 24 oras bawat araw, 7 araw sa isang linggo sa lahat ng aming opisina ng inspeksyon na matatagpuan sa Seattle, Tacoma, Aberdeen, Longview, Kalama, Vancouver, Spokane, o Colfax.  

Ang posisyong ito ay direktang nag-uulat sa Grain Inspection Supervisor. Ang tagapagtanggol ng posisyon ay nagsasala at sumisertipika ng mga grano at/o komodidad; sinusuri ang kaligtasan ng barko, mga lalagyan, at iba pang paraan ng pagdadala ng mga grano at komodidad; nagtatrabaho sa mga yarda ng tren, grain elevators, at iba pang lugar na mapanganib upang kunin ang mga sample ng grano at komodidad gamit ang mga awtorisadong kagamitan. Nagpapatupad ng pagsusuri ng mycotoxin at iba pang analitikal na pagsusuri ayon sa kinakailangan, kasama ang paggamit ng espesyal na kagamitan para sa inspeksyon ng grano upang matukoy ang protein (NIRT) at iba pang pagsusuri. 


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Mahalagang Paalala:

Ang WSDA ay naghahanap ng dalawang (2) posisyon bilang non-permanent na Grain Sampler/Weigher sa loob ng Commodity Inspection Division. Ang posisyong ito ay matatagpuan sa Tacoma, Washington. Sila ay kinakatawan ng Unyon ng mga Empleyado ng Estado ng Washington (WFSE).

Ang base pay na inaalok ay isasaalang-alang ang internal equity at maaaring mag-iba batay sa kaalaman, kasanayan, at karanasan ng piniling kandidato para sa posisyon. Ang karaniwang simulaing sahod para sa pwestong ito ay: Range 36, Step A $18.75 - Step L $24.23 hourly.

Mga Gawain

Anong Inaasahan

Ang ilan sa mga iba't ibang responsibilidad sa mga posisyong ito ay:

Pagkuha at pagtimbang ng bigas at iba pang komodidad gamit ang opisyal na timbangan na iniaalok ng aplikante

  • Pagtimbang, pagkuha ng sample, at pagsusuri ng bigas at mga produktong agrikultural sa mga palayok, lugar ng pagpapadala, grain elevators, at iba pang lokasyon. 
  • Paggamit ng testing equipment sa laboratoryo 
  • Pakikipagtulungan sa hopper, platform, dial, at electronic scales upang matukoy ang timbang at gumawa ng kinakailangang pag-aayos; pagrekord ng gross at tare weights, pagkalkula ng net weights, at paggawa ng Domestic Official Weight Certificates 
  • Pagpapanatili ng mga rekord at dokumentasyon tungkol sa kalagayan ng timbangan at lahat ng aktibidad sa pagtimbang
  • Pagkuha ng sample mula sa railcars, trucks, containers, at iba pang paraan ng transportasyon tulad ng mga daloy ng bigas at vessel holds gamit ang standardized sample collection equipment na iniaalok ng employer
  • Paggawa sa railroad yards at iba pang lugar na mapanganib, pagbubukas at pagsara ng container doors, pagrekord sa sample ticket ng kondisyon, pagkilala, seal numbers, at iba pang kinakailangang impormasyon
  • Pagkuha ng sample, pagtsek ng timbang, at pagsubok kung sumusunod ang mga shipping containers sa mga kontrata ng gobyerno
  • Pagkuha ng sample ng komodidad at bigas para sa inspeksyon at phytosanitary certification; pagkuha ng sample ng grass seed para sa phytosanitary certification; pagkuha ng sample ng produkto o timbang ng mga komodidad ayon sa mga direksyon mula sa USDA agencies tulad ng Agricultural Marketing Service o Farm Service Agency
  • Pagmamaneho ng agency vehicle upang gawin ang exams/inspeksyon
Paggawa ng protein at mycotoxin testing sa bigas at komodidad
  • Conduct protein and mycotoxin testing on grains and commodities.
  • Magsagawa ng pagsusuri sa protina at mycotoxin sa mga butil at komodidad.
Mag-operate ng espesyal na kagamitan para sa inspeksyon ng butil upang matukoy ang protina, mycotoxins, falling numbers, dockage, moisture, testweight per bushel, o iba pang mekanikal na pagtatasa gamit ang mga opisyal na testing equipment, computer, at patakaran.
  • Magpatupad ng Stowage examinations
  • Magsagawa ng inspeksyon sa stowage ng mga lalagyan, barko, at iba pang sasakyan para matukoy ang kakayahan nitong magdala ng butil at komodidad; isusulat ang sertipiko ng sanitasyon ng barko ayon sa regulasyon ng estado at pederal na pamahalaan, at magmamasid ng paggamit ng fumigation.
  • Magmamaneho ng sasakyan ng ahensya para magsagawa ng mga pagsusuri/inspeksyon.

Mga Kwalipikasyon

Kinakailangan:

  • Dapat makakuha at panatilihin ang valid na lisensyang driver para sa paglalakbay sa opisyal na gawain.
  • Dapat makakuha ng valid na Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
  • Dapat makapasa sa background check para sa Customs and Border Protection upang mabigyan ng pahintulot ang pagpasok sa barko bago pa man dumating ang personnel ng Customs and Border Protection.
Inirerekomenda:

  • Karanasan sa interpretasyon at aplikasyon ng mga patakaran at regulasyon.

Karagdagang Impormasyon

Mga Benepisyo ng Empleyado


  • Isang balanse na pagitan ng trabaho at buhay, na maaaring kasama ang flexible work schedules, at teleworking.
  • Ang WSDA ay nagbibigay ng mahusay na package ng mga benepisyo sa labas ng tradisyonal na benepisyo. Ang pagkakataon bilang empleyado ng estado ay may Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave;klick ditofor more information.
  • Para sa karagdagang impormasyon.12 bayad na
  • Lahat ng Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) na kinakailangan ay ibibigay ng ahensya. 

Paano mag-apply 


Kailangang tapusin ang iyong profile sa careers.wa.gov at sagutin ang mga karagdagang tanong.  

 

Sa pamamagitan ng pagpapadala ng mga materyales na ito, ipinapahayag mong totoo at tumpak ang lahat ng impormasyong ibinigay. Maaaring suriin ng estado ang impormasyon. Ang anumang maling o mapanlinlang na impormasyon ay magiging dahilan para sa pag-alis sa aplikante pool o pagtanggal kung na-empleyo ka.


Kung may mga teknikal na problema sa paggawa, pag-access, o pagkumpleto ng iyong aplikasyon, mangyaring tumawag sa NEOGOV toll-free sa (855) 524-5627 o mag-email support@neogov.com.


Ang unang screening ay batay lamang sa nilalaman at kumpletuhang aplikasyon at mga materyales na isinumite. Lahat ng impormasyon ay maaaring suriin, at maaaring mangailangan ng dokumento. Hindi tinatanggap ang mga aplikasyong natanggap sa pamamagitan ng email bilang kapalit ng pag-apply sa online recruitment system ng estado.


Ginagamit ng WSDA ang I-9 form (I-download ang PDF reader)(I-download ang PDF reader)upang matukoy at patunayan ang Eligibility at Employment, kapag na-hire ka. Ang dokumentong ito ay awtorisasyon ng kakayahan ng isang indibidwal na maging empleyado sa loob ng Estados Unidos. Dapat may karapatang magtrabaho sa Estados Unidos ang mga aplikante.

Equity sa WSDA


Kinikilala, pinapahalagahan, sinusuportahan, tinatanggap, at inirerespeto ng Department of Agriculture ang lahat ng cultural identities at background habang nagtutulungan tayo nang may tunay na paraan. Naghihire kami ng mga kahanga-hangang tao na sumasang-ayon sa aming Pro-Equity Anti-Racist (PEAR) strategic plan, Healthy Environment for All (HEAL) Act implementation plan, at sa aming natatanging pangangailangan para sa pagkakaisa, respeto, at kasamaan. Pinahahalagahan namin ang paglago at pag-unlad ng aming mga miyembro ng team sa pamamagitan ng pagbibigay ng pantay na access sa mga resources at oportunidad para sa patuloy na pag-aaral, pagpapabuti, at pag-angat.


Naglalaban tayo upang mag-hire, mag-alaga, at panatilihin ang isang produktibo at dedikadong workforce na kumakatawan sa mga komunidad na aming pinaglilingkuran habang nananatiling nakatuon sa isang lugar ng trabaho na nagdiriwang ng aming pagkakaiba-iba at sumusuporta sa pantay na oportunidad sa empleyo at kasamaan nang walang pag-iiba sa lahi, paniniwala, kulay, pinagmulan ng bansa, kailangan ng pagkakapatiran (kasama ang pagbubuntis, pagpapanganak, o mga kaugnay na kondisyon sa kalusugan), kasarian, sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, edad, status bilang isang protektadong veteranong nag-alis nang may karangalan mula sa militar o military status, status bilang isang indibidwal na may anumang sensory, mental, o pisikal na kapansanan o paggamit ng trained dog guide o service animal ng isang taong may kapansanan o iba pang mga katangiang protektado ayon sa batas. Isinasaalang-alang din namin ang mga aplikante na may kasaysayan ng krimen, ayon sa applicable federal, state, at local laws.


Kontakin Kami


Should you have any questions regarding this position or the online application, contact the Human Resource Office at Recruitment@agr.wa.gov.

Prior to a new appointment into the Department of Agriculture, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. 


The Human Resources Division may use referrals from this recruitment to help fill future similar vacancies for up to six months.


Veteran's Preference: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, or other verification of military service. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible,click here. 

Persons with a disability, who need assistance with their application or need this announcement in an alternative format, may call 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.

For more information about the Washington State Department of Agriculture, visit us at www.agr.wa.gov.

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AGRICULTURE - A Cornerstone of Washington's Economy

The Washington State Department of Agriculture has been serving the state for more than 100 years. Through service, regulation, and advocacy, we keep agriculture viable and vital in Washington State, while protecting consumers, public health, and the environment. We work extensively with farmers and ranchers, but our responsibilities – from ensuring food safety to environmental protection – touch the lives of millions of people locally, nationally, and abroad.

The agency includes 780 employees approximately and grows close to 1,000 employees at the peak of seasonal work. To learn more and view additional openings, please visit our
Employment Page.

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The Opportunity:

The Commodity Inspection Division provides unbiased third-party inspections for a wide variety of Washington State agricultural products and assists agricultural companies in the movement and exporting of their products. The division is made up of roughly 365 FTEs through four statewide programs: Fruit and Vegetable Inspection, Grain Inspection, Grain Warehouse Audit, and Seed Inspection and Certification. 


The Grain Inspection Program provides sampling, weighing, quality testing, grade inspection, and phytosanitary services for grains and commodities to assist in the facilitation of grain movement. These services are available to the grain, commodity trade and other interested parties on request, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week at all our inspection offices located in Seattle, Tacoma, Aberdeen, Longview, Kalama, Vancouver, Spokane, or Colfax.  

This position reports directly to a Grain Inspection Supervisor.  The incumbent in this position weighs and certifies grains and/or commodities; check ship holds, containers, and other conveyances for fitness to load grains and commodities; works in railroad yards, grain elevators and other hazardous areas to draw samples of grains and commodities by means of approved sampling devices.  Performs mycotoxin testing and other analytical tests as required, including operating special grain inspection equipment to determine protein (NIRT) and other testing. 


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Important Notes:

WSDA is recruiting for two (2) part-time non-permanent Grain Sampler/Weigher positions within the Commodity Inspection Division. This position is located in Tacoma, Washington. They are represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) Union.

The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the preferred candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The typical starting salary for this position is: Range 36, Step A $18.75 - Step L $24.23 hourly.

Duties

What to Expect

Some of the various responsibilities within these roles:

Sample and weigh grain and other commodities using official scales provided by the applicants

  • Weigh, samples, and examine grain and agricultural commodities at mills, shipping points, grain elevators and other locations. 
  • Operate testing equipment in a laboratory. 
  • Work with hopper, platform, dial, and electronic scales to determine weights and make necessary adjustments as needed; record gross and tare weights, compute net weights and issues Domestic Official Weight Certificates. 
  • Maintain records and documentation of scale conditions and all weighing activities.
  • Obtain samples from railcars, trucks containers and other conveyances, moving streams of grain, and vessel holds using standardized sample collection equipment provided by employer.
  • Work in railroad yards and other hazardous areas, opening and closing container doors, recording on sample ticket container condition, identification, seal numbers applied, and other required information.
  • Sample, check weighs, and check loads shipping containers for compliance with government contracts.
  • Sample commodities and grains for inspection and phytosanitary certification, sample grass seed for phytosanitary certification, sample products and/or weighs commodities under directions issued by USDA agencies, such as the Agricultural Marketing Service or Farm Service Agency.
  • Drive agency vehicle to perform exams/inspections.
Conduct protein and mycotoxin testing on grains and commodities
  • Conduct protein and mycotoxin testing on grains and commodities.
  • Operate specialized grain inspection equipment to determine protein, mycotoxins, falling numbers, dockage, moisture, testweight per bushel, or other mechanical determinations as required using specially approved testing equipment, computers, and procedures.
Perform Stowage examinations
  • Perform stowage examinations on containers, vessels, and other conveyances for fitness to load grains and commodities.
  • Check ship holds, containers and/or other conveyances to determine fitness for grain cargo and other commodities; issues ship sanitation certificates in compliance with state and federal regulations, performs observations of fumigation.
  • Drive agency vehicle to perform exams/inspections.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Must be able to acquire and maintain a valid driver's license to travel on agency business.
  • Must be able to acquire a valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
  • Must be able to pass background check for Customs and Border Protection to allow boarding of vessels prior to Customs and Border Protection personnel.
Preferred/Desired:

  • Experience interpreting and applying rules and regulations.

Supplemental Information

Employee Benefits


  • A healthy work/life balance, which may include flexible work schedules, and teleworking.
  • WSDA provides an excellent benefits package beyond traditional benefits. State employment offers Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave;click herefor more information.
  • 12 paidHolidays & Vacation and Leave Accruals.
  • All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required will be provided by the agency. 

How to apply 


You must complete your careers.wa.gov profile and answer the supplemental questions.  

 

By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed.


If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or email support@neogov.com.


The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of your application and the materials submitted. All information may be verified, and documentation may be required. Applications received via e-mail will not be accepted in lieu of applying through the state's on-line recruitment system.


WSDA uses a I-9 form (Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader)to determine Employment Eligibility and Verification, once hired. This document is the authorization of an individual’s ability to be hired for employment within the United States. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

Equity at WSDA


The Department of Agriculture recognizes, appreciates, supports, embraces, and respects all cultural identities and backgrounds while we collaborate in authentic ways. We hire amazing people that share in the commitment to our Pro-Equity Anti-Racist (PEAR) strategic plan, our Healthy Environment for All (HEAL) Act implementation plan, and our unique needs and desires for belonging, respect, and inclusion. We value the growth and development of our team members by providing equitable access to resources and opportunities for continuous learning, improvement, and advancement.


We strive to hire, cultivate, and retain a productive and dedicated workforce that reflects the communities we serve while we are committed to a workplace that celebrates our differences and supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, marital status, families with children (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as an individual with the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with disabilities or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.


Contact Us


Should you have any questions regarding this position or the online application, contact the Human Resource Office at Recruitment@agr.wa.gov.

Prior to a new appointment into the Department of Agriculture, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. 


The Human Resources Division may use referrals from this recruitment to help fill future similar vacancies for up to six months.


Veteran's Preference: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, or other verification of military service. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible,click here. 

Persons with a disability, who need assistance with their application or need this announcement in an alternative format, may call 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.

For more information about the Washington State Department of Agriculture, visit us at www.agr.wa.gov.

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