Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Assistant District Supervisor(s), the Senior Tomato Inspector must be capable of performing all tomato Inspector duties satisfactorily 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:  $26.88

To apply email (ptabdist02@gmail.com) or hand-deliver a fully completed PTAB application to the Los Banos district office by June 26, 2025. Interviews will be scheduled shortly thereafter. Contact the Los Banos office with any questions.