ADMINISTRATIVE WEIGHT INSPECTOR - 55011512

Requisition No: 860458 

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: ADMINISTRATIVE WEIGHT INSPECTOR - 55011512

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 55011512 

Salary:  $41,738.84 - $54,014.74 

Posting Closing Date: 09/21/2025 

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

995 / MOTOR CARRIER SIZE AND WEIGHT

INTERNAL AGENCY 

INTERNAL AGENCY:  Only current Department of Transportation employees will be considered for this position

REGULATORY SPECIALIST II / ADMINISTRATIVE WEIGHT INSPECTOR

CAREER SERVICE

 

CONTACT PERSON:  Palizzia Blue

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER:  850-973-5166

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS:  Palizzia.Blue@dot.state.fl.us

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $1,605.34 - $2,077.49 biweekly range 

 

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

Our Mission

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

 

Our Vision

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

 

The Work You Will Do:

Administrative Weight Inspector / Florida Department of Transportation / Motor Carrier Size and Weights

 

This position will enforce provisions of weight laws, including vehicle registration requirements and compliance with fuel tax requirements of commercial vehicles as specified in Chapter 316 of the Florida Statutes (F.S.) using automated scales and measuring devices to determine weight of commercial vehicles and cargo.

 

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. 

 

How You Will Grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development.  Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses. 

 

Where You Will Work:

FDOT / MCSAW Madison Weight Facility / Lee, FL 32059

 

Annual Salary Range:

$ 41,738.84 - $  54,014.74

 

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Enforces provisions of weight laws, including vehicle registration requirements and compliance with fuel tax requirements of commercial vehicles as specified in Chapter 316 of the Florida Statutes. Incumbent is not a Sworn Officer and may only enforce those provisions that constitute a civil penalty in Sections 515, 516, 535, 540, 545, 546, and 550 of Chapter 316, Florida Statutes. Use automated scales and measuring devices to determine the weight of commercial vehicles and cargo. Calculate vehicles axle and gross weights of those vehicles, according to weight, law formulas to detect violations.

Serves as the property custodian for a designated weigh station. Conducts monthly inspection of facility and handles any concerns for the supervisor. Records management responsibilities for facility personnel and supervisor. Assist supervisor with maintaining acceptable level of facility sup