Liquefied Petroleum Gas Inspector

liquefied petroleum gas inspector -  1

date: mar 9, 2026

the state personnel system is an e-verify employer.

requisition no:871256

agency: agriculture and consumer services

working title: liquefied petroleum gas inspector -  1

florida department of agriculture and consumer services

division of consumer services

bureau of standards

*** open competitive opportunity ***

the headquarters for this position is negotiable within alachua, baker, bradford, clay, duval, flagler, nasau, putnam, st. Johns, union county.

• a high school diploma or its equivalent and two (2) years of experience in the lp gas industry involving liquefied petroleum gas storage, utilization, handling, or pipeline systems.
• four (4) years of experience as described above can substitute for the required education.
• experience as an agriculture & consumer protection specialist inspecting weighing and measuring devices, and/or enforcing chapter 525 or 531, f.s., can substitute on a year for year basis for the required experience as described above.
• requires possession of a valid class e driver license.

• all fields in the candidate profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
• work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. Must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
• responses to qualifying questions must be verifiable in the candidate profile.

the florida department of agriculture and consumer services values and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

this position has regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of s. 112.313, florida statutes, and section 60l-36.003, f.a.c.

moderate travel, including overnight and sometimes up to two weeks at a time on an emergency program, is required.

must reside in required county(ies) throughout employment in this position.

to maintain fairness and integrity in our hiring process, the use of artificial intelligence (ai) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews is strictly prohibited. Applicants must provide their own, authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and recruitment process. Any candidate found using ai to assist in their answers will be disqualified from consideration.

successful candidate must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.

hours may vary from time to time.

complies with all rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

• conducts inspections of lp gas storage, supply and distribution systems, installation of such systems, operation and performance of related equipment, and other attributes related to the sale and distribution of lp gas.
• conducts inspections on the accuracy and function of measuring devices, as well as methods of sale and quantity.
• conducts site plan reviews for new and existing facilities.
• conducts investigations in reference to consumer complaints, accidents, and methods of sale and quantity.
• completes and maintains inspection and investigative documentation.
• provides technical assistance and education to local authorities and industry personnel regarding lp gas laws, rules and regulations.

performs other related duties as required.

• knowledge of basic lp gas tools and equipment (i.e., bar probe, cgi meter, manometer, beckman meter, etc.).
• knowledge of products and applicable codes.
• ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• ability to conduct tests using this equipment.
• ability to physically perform activities that include, but are not limited to, climbing ladders, climbing on top of and going underneath trucks and other structures.
• ability to bend, kneel, and stand, lifting at least 40 lbs.
• ability to read and understand fabrication and assembly drawings, manufacturer’s equipment specifications, and operation and maintenance procedures.
• ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and walk long distances.
• ability to work on uneven terrain.

working for the state of florida is more than a paycheck. The state’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• annual and sick leave benefits;
• nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year;
• state group insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options;
• retirement plan options, including employer contributions (for more information, please visit  ;)

for an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the "total compensation estimator tool" located above under the “posting closing date.”

the state of florida is an equal opportunity employer/affirmative action employer, and does not tolerate…