The scale operator at Can Dump Depot Inc manages industrial weighing systems to record inbound and outbound weights of commercial trucks and materials at facilities like landfills, recycling centers. They inspect loads, process paperwork, handle customer payments, and direct traffic flow on-site.
Key Responsibilities
- Weighing &
- Data Entry:
Weigh incoming and outgoing vehicles. Record weights, license plates, and material types in computerized systems.
- Customer Service &
- Direction:
Greet drivers, screen loads for compliance, and direct vehicles to correct unloading or loading areas.
- Financial Transactions: Process payments via cash, debit, or credit cards. Balance cash drawers and manage basic accounts.
- Reporting &
- Compliance:
Generate daily weight, tonnage, and inventory reports. Ensure loads meet facility and legal weight limits.
- Maintenance &
- Upkeep:
Keep the scale house clean,
perform basic upkeep of scale equipment, and report technical faults
- Job Requirements &
- Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent (Grade 12).
- Computer Skills: Proficiency with basic software, data entry, and specialized scale operating systems.
- Communication: Clear verbal skills to guide drivers and strong customer service abilities.
- Attention to Detail: High accuracy in recording numbers and checking load descriptions.
- Physical &
- Environmental:
Ability to sit or stand for long periods, work in a booth or outdoor setting, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.