JOB SUMMARY

Weighs vehicles and charges and collects appropriate payment of fees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Six (6) months of experience in a closely related field emphasizing card and cash handling, balancing, and customer service.

Preference for experience with point-of-sale software.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Uses scale and ticketing system to weigh incoming loads and charge customers appropriately.
• Identifies hazardous, unauthorized, or unacceptable waste. Monitors radiation detectors for high readings.
• Coordinates activities with Environmental Manager and Inspectors to admit only permissible materials.
• Prepares daily cash reports.
• Prepares daily reports for inbound and outbound customer traffic.
• Performs accurate cash handling duties.
• Directs vehicles to scales to expedite the flow of traffic.
• Answers customer inquiries and provides information related to landfill operations and various types of waste.
• Provides instruction to customers on proper disposal of various waste materials.
• Performs data entry duties to maintain vehicle and document files related to customer accounts.
• Assists with ensuring safe and efficient operation of the scales.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)

Knowledge of:  

• Computer software related to job-specific duties
• General business transactions
• Cash register and cash drawer operations, including change-making
• Customer service and public relations
• Directing traffic/flagging

Skills and Abilities to:

• Operate a personal computer, general office equipment, 2-way radios, telephones, and point of sale software
• Work cooperatively,  courteously, and positively with co-workers and the public
• Maintain productivity and accuracy during high traffic conditions
• Communicate and follow verbal and written instructions
• Accurately calculate weight and pricing costs in event of electronic scale and software failure

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS  

Work in a climate-controlled scale house with dust, noise, and vehicles fumes.