PTAB has an immediate
opening for a Senior Tomato Inspector in the Los Banos
District
Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Assistant
District Supervisor(s), the Senior Tomato Inspector must be capable of performing the
essential functions of the tomato inspector job and the following:
·
Efficiently
operating an assigned inspection station.
·
Training
inspectors in PTAB policies, procedures and standards.
·
Monitoring
proper use, care and inventory of all equipment and supplies.
·
Correcting,
checking and completing inspection records.
·
Coordinating
work with inspectors and station personnel.
·
Providing
detailed explanations of inspection procedures and results to industry and
supervisors.
·
Obtaining
and communicating necessary load information.
·
Adhering
to and enforcing the Board’s conduct code.
·
Following
and teaching safe work habits, recognizing and correcting unsafe practices,
preparing initial injury and accident reports.
·
Conducting
safety meetings in accordance with district policy.
·
Informing
supervisors and co-supervisors of all relevant station events and changes.
·
Assuming
other duties as the need and as opportunities arise.
Minimum Qualifications:
·
Education equivalent
to High School education
·
At least 80 straight time hours inspecting
tomatoes for PTAB
·
Valid
driver’s license and a current DMV print-out.
·
A
car in good repair and proof of valid insurance.
·
Satisfactory
job evaluations from their PTAB supervisors.
Desirable Qualifications and Skills:
·
Thorough knowledge of
PTAB inspection procedures and safety policies.
·
Concentrating on and
conscientiously performing repetitious tasks.
·
Ability to work
harmoniously with others in a pressured work
environment.
·
Pleasant and
efficient phone manners.
·
Politeness and tact
when handling complaints, answering questions and correcting errors.
·
Willingness to work
irregular hours, including nights, and weekends as needed and flexibility to
work any station within the district.
·
Know when to take
initiative and when to consult or inform supervisors.
·
Demonstrated
trustworthiness to PTAB and the industry.
·
Demonstrated
punctuality and reliability.
Hourly Pay Rate: $15.86 to $17.52
To apply, mail, FAX to 209-826-0683, email or
hand-deliver a fully completed PTAB application to the Los
Banos District Office by July 20, 2016. Interviews will be scheduled shortly
thereafter. Contact the Los Banos office with any
questions.