PT Scale Clerk/Weigh person, Regional Landfill, (12 month contract)

County of Essex; Canada; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional waste management authority in Essex seeks a part-time Scale Clerk/Weigh person to manage landfill operations efficiently. This role involves processing waste deliveries, monitoring traffic at the landfill, and managing cash transactions. Candidates should have at least three months of clerical experience and an Ontario Secondary School Diploma. A valid Class 'G' driver's license is also required. Enjoy a starting hourly rate of $26.48, with a minimum of four hours of work each week plus additional shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum three months of related clerical experience.
• Must possess valid Class 'G' Ontario driver's license.
• Must provide a Ministry of Transportation Driver Abstract.

Responsibilities

• Weigh and process incoming vehicles delivering waste material.
• Monitor and coordinate traffic flow at the scale house.
• Collect tipping fees through debit, cash, and credit card.
• Maintain a clean scale house and washroom as required.

Skills

Proficient in personal computer data entry

Accurate typing and financial recording skills

Experience handling cash and debit/credit card transactions

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent

Tools

GEOWARE software

Job description

Scale Clerk/Weigh person, Regional Landfill, Temporary (12-month contract)

Department: Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority
Position Type: Part-time (See hours of work below)
Location: Essex, Ontario
Posting #: SWA-23-25
Opening Date: December 16, 2025
Closing Date: December 28, 2025

Role Snapshot (Our Elevator Pitch!)

Do you enjoy a balance of customer service, administration, and environmental impact? Join the Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority (EWSWA) as a Part-time Scale Clerk/Weigh person, where you'll be the first point of contact for landfill visitors, ensuring smooth operations and accurate records at the Regional Landfill site.

Why Work With Us?

The Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority (EWSWA) is the governmental agency charged with the responsibility of providing an economical and environmentally conscious integrated solid waste management system for the County of Essex (County) and the City of Windsor (City). The mission of the EWSWA is to provide programs to manage the solid, non-hazardous waste generated in the County and the City in an environmentally sound manner through processes which include, but are not necessarily limited to, reduction, reuse, recycling, composting, and landfilling.

What You’ll Do

• Weigh and process incoming vehicles delivering waste material using the GEOWARE software program. Record proper customer account numbers, type of waste being delivered and any other information required
• Monitor and coordinate traffic flow (from the scale house) and direct customers to the proper area for disposal. Advise management of any noncompliance
• Collect tipping fees through Debit, Cash, and Credit Card. Maintain a cash float
• Balance money received with the GEOWARE-generated cash summary at the end of each shift
• Receive and answer phone inquiries and forward phone calls as required to appropriate staff
• Maintain a clean scale house and washroom as required
• Responsible for opening and closing the scale house daily and locking the landfill gate at the end of the day as required
• Collaborate with Accounting Clerk A – EWSWA Admin Office regarding account information, delinquent accounts or other customer-related matters
• Other duties/tasks as assigned

What You Bring

Education and Commitment to Growth:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or recognized equivalent

Experience and Expertise:

• Minimum of three (3) months of related clerical experience

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient in the use of personal computers for data entry
• Proficient and accurate typing and financial recording skills
• Experience handling cash and debit/credit card transactions

Other Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class “G” Ontario driver’s license and have access to a personal vehicle for work-related travel within Windsor and/or the County of Essex
• Must provide a Ministry of Transportation Driver Abstract (Uncertified)
• Must provide a Police Information Check (PIC) document

Hours of Work:

The minimum hours of work shall be Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for a total of four (4) hours per week, plus additional shifts as required.

What We Are Offering

As a CUPE 2974.1 position, this role is on Band 3 with a starting hourly rate of $26.48.

The EWSWA embraces diversity and inclusion in our workforce and workplace. EWSWA is committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable environment for people to be themselves. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply as the EWSWA will accommodate needs under human rights legislation throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

The County assists with the recruitment process and administers Human Resource functions on behalf of the EWSWA. Please notify the County of any accommodations through [e-mail]. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. This information can be made available in alternate formats upon request.

Personal information is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used for the purpose of this employment opportunity only.