Gate Attendant/Scale Operator

Republic Services•Middlesex, NJ

9d•$19 - $26

About The Position

A Gate Attendant/Scale Operator monitors and records waste volumes entering a post-collection site and collects applicable usage fees. The role assesses incoming materials, determines whether loads may be accepted, records waste using truck scales and computer systems, and handles payments and related documentation. The position also communicates with operations about special loads, provides general information to callers, and maintains a clean work area. The stated pay range is $18.85 to $25.90, with the actual range dependent on the locality of hire. Eligible employees may elect to participate in the benefits described in the posting.

Requirements

Experience in a previous position requiring cash handling and balancing cash and/or receipts.
Experience with computers and various software programs.

Responsibilities

Determine the contents of incoming material to bill customers appropriately.
Accept or reject waste loads based on their contents and suggest alternatives based on special-waste, waste-type, or local-market training.
Receive customer payments and provide receipts.
Balance daily receipts, maintain accurate records and billing, and deposit daily receipts in the safe depository.
Document incoming waste using truck scales and computer systems, and track total waste entering the facility.
Notify operations of special waste or other special incoming loads; direct or dispatch as necessary; process required paperwork and perform other duties needed to process special loads.
Answer the telephone and provide general information to callers.
Maintain cleanliness of the work area.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.