Job Description
Port of Entry Inspector - Wendover
The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a motivated individual to serve as a Port of Entry Inspector.
About the Role
In this role, you will ensure the safety of Utah’s highways and protect our state's infrastructure by monitoring vehicles for compliance with state and federal size and weight laws. This will include selling and issuing size and weight permits, as well as enforcing regulations through the issuance of infractions.
Position Information
Here is some important information about this position:
- Starting Wage: $23.75
- FT/PT Status: Full time
- Working Schedule: This position requires shift work, which includes nights (sometimes working alone), weekends, and holidays.
- This position requires access to the Utah Criminal Justice Information System (UCJIS). Please note: we will be unable to make an offer of employment to those who can't obtain system access. Any of the following will result in system access denial:
- Pending cases or open dispositions for deniable offenses (listed below)
- Felony convictions
- Misuse of UCJIS information conviction (UCA 53-10-108)
- Computer Fraud convictions
- Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service (12 month probation)
- Location: Wendover Port of Entry (Interstate 80, Milepost 3, Utah/Nevada Border)
- Recruiter: Jill Barela I jbarela@utah.gov I 385-202-4484
- Application Deadline: 08/09/2026
Key Responsibilities
As an inspector, your primary focus is safety and enforcement. Your daily tasks will include:
- Vehicle Inspections: Checking the mechanical condition of trucks and equipment.
- Cargo & Documentation: Inspecting cargo (including tie-downs and hazardous materials placards) and verifying driver logs and paperwork.
- Enforcement: Identifying violations and taking necessary action, such as issuing citations or placing unsafe vehicles/drivers "out of service."
- Public Information: Providing drivers with guidance on traffic laws, agency policies, and current road or weather conditions.
- Administrative Work: Maintaining detailed records, writing reports, and occasionally representing the agency in legal proceedings or grievances.
Qualifications
To be considered for this position, you must:
- Be at least 18 years of age and hold a valid driver’s license.
- Live within 50 miles of your assigned Port of Entry.
- Certification: Be CVSA (Part A & B and General Hazardous Materials & Cargo Tanks) certified, OR be able to pass these courses with an 80% score within one year of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
We are looking for professionals who possess:
- The ability to lead and interact with people with professionalism and dignity.
- A strong eye for detail and the ability to maintain accurate electronic records.
- The skill to interpret and apply complex laws and safety regulations.
- A high level of self-motivation and the ability to follow strict safety protocols.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
This is a physically demanding role that requires working in various environments. You must be willing and able to work under the following conditions:
- Environment: You will work in both an office setting and outdoors, often around heavy semi-truck traffic. You must be willing to work in all weather conditions.
- Physicality: You must be able to do the following regularly: stand, walk on rough surfaces, bend, crouch, and lift up to 50 lbs.
Why You Should Join Our Team
A Mission That Matters – At UDOT, our mission is to “Enhance quality of life through transportation." We help the traveling public get where they want, when they want, as safely as possible. By joining our team, you contribute to the framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and a Strong Economy for all of Utah.
Our Culture and Values – We aren't just a state agency; we are a team built on an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. We live by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these values resonate with you, you will find a home here!
The Agency
For more information on the Utah Department of Transportation, click here
Benefits at a Glance
- Exceptional Health Coverage: We offer some of the most competitive medical premiums in the industry, including comprehensive family plans with very low out-of-pocket costs and HSA options.
- Retirement Choice: Flexibility between a 10% employer-paid 401(k) (no match required) or a Pension/401(k) Hybrid plan.
- Generous Paid Time Off: 12 paid holidays per year plus 8 hours of combined leave (4 annual and 4 sick) accrued each pay period.
- Dental & Vision: Multiple high-quality plan options to fit your needs.
EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.
