Scale Operator
About The Position
The Scale Operator is responsible for accurately and efficiently monitoring and recording waste volumes entering the post collection site, as well as collecting appropriate usage fees from customers. This role involves determining the content of material entering the facility to properly bill customers, accepting or rejecting waste loads based on content, and suggesting alternatives for special waste. The operator will receive payments, provide receipts, balance daily receipts, and deposit them securely. They will document incoming waste using truck scales and computer systems, track total waste volume, and notify operations of special loads, directing them as necessary. Additionally, the Scale Operator will answer telephones, provide general information, and maintain the cleanliness of the work area, adhering to all safety policies. Additional duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- Experience in a previous position that required the handling of cash and balancing cash and/or receipts.
- Experience with computers and various software programs.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work in high-volume, fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently within a team environment.
- Ability to complete projects and assignments with minimal direction from leadership.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in customer service preferred.
- Microsoft Office Experience.
- Experience in the Solid Waste Industry preferred.
Responsibilities
- Determine content of material entering facility to properly bill the customer.
- Accept or reject waste load based on content; suggest alternatives based on special waste, type of waste and/or local market training.
- Receive payment from customers; provide receipt to customers.
- Balance the daily receipts to ensure accurate recordkeeping and appropriate billing; deposit daily receipts into the safe depository.
- Document the waste entering the facility, utilizing truck scales and computer systems; track total amount of waste entering the facility.
- Notify operations of special waste or other incoming special loads; direct or dispatch as necessary; process required paperwork and perform other required duties, as necessary to process special loads.
- Answer the telephone and provide general information to callers.
- Maintain the cleanliness of the work area.
- Follow and comply with all safety policies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
