WEIGHT INSPECTOR III - 55014309

Requisition No: 876508 

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: WEIGHT INSPECTOR III - 55014309

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 55014309 

Salary:  $1,531.39 - 1,981.80 Bi-Weekly 

Posting Closing Date: 07/29/2026 

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

995 / MOTOR CARRIER SIZE AND WEIGHT

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

REGULATORY SPECIALIST II / WEIGHT INSPECTOR III

CAREER SERVICE

 

CONTACT PERSON: Crystal Ruziska

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER:  (352)347-3322

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: crystal.ruziska@dot.state.fl.us

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $1,531.39 - $1,981.80 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.

To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.

Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens, or lawfully authorized alien workers, and must possess permanent work authorization for any U.S. employer.  Visa sponsorship is not available.

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:

Weight Inspector III / 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 Wildwood Weight Facility

 

Annual Salary Range:

$ 39,816.14 - $  51,526.80

 

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 weight of comm