Scale Clerk

GFL Environmental • Montrose, MI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Office Manager, the Scale Clerk supports the landfill administrative operations while maintaining a safe working environment. He/she is responsible for weighing all inbound and outbound vehicles and entering the appropriate data into a computer. He/she will also be in contact with customers and contractors on site; as such he/she must provide excellent customer service. He/she is responsible for working in compliance with all Company policies and procedures as well as any related Health, or Environment Regulations. He/she is responsible for continuing and improving the site’s safety culture.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic math and data entry skills
• Ability to establish priorities and manage multiple tasks at once
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to follow oral and written communication
• Work cooperatively with other employees and the public
• Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required
• Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

Nice To Haves

• Extensive communication with customers all throughout the day. Clear and polite communication is a primary job function for the scale clerk.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Must be able to work in an environment where routinely exposed to dust, dirt, vibrations, extreme climate and changes in weather
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Weighing all inbound and outbound vehicles
• Inspecting loose loads
• Directing vehicles to proper unloading areas
• Assisting in the details of purchases
• Ensuring adherence to safety standards including use of required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Removing hazards as identified
• Maintaining cleanliness of the work area
• Communicating clearly and concisely with landfill customers, management, and coworkers to ensure safety and customer service goals are met
• Maintaining accurate records as required
• Operating scale computer, applying correct material codes
• Delivering customer service excellence via telephone, two-way radio, e-mail, face to face, etc.
• Processing paperwork, entering information and creating standardized reports
• Promoting continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
• Handling cash sales/drawer
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Benefits

• GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED