Scale Clerk

Martin-Marietta-1798b2fd; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

The Asphalt Weighmaster at Martin Marietta is responsible for the accurate weighing, ticketing, and documentation of all customer and internal vehicles entering and exiting the asphalt plant while ensuring DOT compliance and adherence to company quality standards.

Beyond the scale house, the role provides essential customer service and communicates with plant operators and drivers to ensure a seamless loading process in a fast-paced, industrial environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or relevant experience).
• 1–2 years in an asphalt or construction environment preferred.
• Familiarity with scale operations preferred.
• Knowledge of DOT/regulations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated truck scales and software to capture tare and gross weights.
• Enter customer data and haulage information to produce official documents.
• Ensure outbound trucks comply with weight limits (CDOT/DOT).
• Coordinate with plant operators for correct mix and tonnage per order.
• Direct truck traffic to loading areas to maintain safe flow.
• Act as central communication hub among scale house, Foremen, Loaders, Dispatch.
• Report loading discrepancies and resolve ticket issues promptly.
• Assist customers with product availability, pricing, and scheduling; process payments accurately.
• Document findings for management review and maintain safety training records.

Skills

Data entry

DOT compliance

Traffic management

Effective communication

Organized

Time management

OSHA compliance

Scale software

Weighing software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Scale software

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Asphalt Weighmaster is responsible for the accurate weighing, ticketing, and documentation of all customer and internal vehicles entering and exiting the asphalt plant. Acting as the primary point of contact for drivers and customers, the Weighmaster ensures that all outbound loads comply with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company quality standards. This role requires a balance of technical proficiency in scale software, strong administrative skills, and a 'safety-first' mindset in a fast-paced, industrial environment.

Beyond the scale house, you provide essential customer service and communicate effectively with plant operators and drivers to ensure a seamless loading process.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate automated truck scales and specialized software to capture tare and gross weights for asphalt and aggregate products.
• Accurately enter customer data, product codes, and haulage information into the ticketing system to produce official proof-of-purchase documents.
• Ensure all outbound trucks comply with state-specific legal weight limits (e.g., CDOT/DOT rules) to prevent overloads and potential legal infractions.
• Coordinate with plant operators to ensure the correct mix and tonnage are loaded according to the specific customer order.
• Direct incoming and outgoing truck traffic to the appropriate loading areas, ensuring a smooth and safe flow of vehicles throughout the yard.
• Act as the central communication hub between the scale house, asphalt plant Foremen, Loaders, and Dispatch teams via CB radio and telephone.
• Coordinate with Loader Operators to ensure trucks are loaded with the correct material and to report any loading discrepancies.
• Answer customer inquiries regarding product availability, pricing, and scheduling; process cash and credit sales with high accuracy.
• Research and resolve ticket discrepancies or customer complaints promptly, documenting findings for management review.
• Administer site-specific safety training and orientation for all visitors, vendors, and new drivers to ensure compliance with Martin Marietta’s safety protocols.
• Maintain meticulous daily, weekly, and monthly records of tonnage, sales activity, and inventory reconciliation.
• Maintain a clean and professional, scale house environment; perform routine checks on scale equipment to ensure operational readiness.
• Assist in tracking inventory levels by monitoring the volume of specific materials leaving the site.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

High school diploma, GED, or relevant experience.

Work Experience

1–2 years in an asphalt or construction-related environment is highly preferred. Familiarity with heavy equipment or trucking operations is a significant plus.

Familiarity with scale operations is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

OSHA Compliance and regulations

Technical and administrative aptitude (proprietary weighing software)

Data entry precision

DOT

Traffic management

Product identification

Effective communication (written and spoken)

Organized

Time management

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Physical Requirements

You must be able to sit at a computer terminal for extended periods to manage high-volume truck traffic.

You are required to walk across steep, rough, or uneven terrain. You must also be able to climb stairs (to access scale houses or inspect equipment).

The position requires the ability to lift at least 50 lbs.

You will also need to bend, stand, and crouch frequently to manage files, paperwork, and housekeeping.

Travel

On-site, must be willing to travel between different plant locations.

Working Conditions

All duties require outside assignments and require periods of work in all weather conditions, cold, wet, dry and dusty. Must be able to work in areas where noise levels are up to 85 dbs.

Disclaimers

In addition to the primary responsibilities outlined, the successful candidate may be expected to take on other tasks and assignments as required, including but not limited to duties outside the typical scope of the role to support overall team operations and organizational needs. Flexibility and adaptability to evolving job demands are essential.

The hiring range for this position is $25 -$30 exclusive of benefits or bonuses (discretionary and non-discretionary). The offered base compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, business need, market conditions, proficiencies, skills, education, and experience. Additionally, at Martin Marietta we place a high value on internal pay equity and will consider the compensation for those in similarly situated roles and direct team members. The hiring range for this role represents the base compensation we expect to pay for the position at time of hire and does not represent the total possible base pay of the position.

In addition to our base compensation, we also offer a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage; prescription drug coverage; health savings accounts; flexible spending accounts; life, AD&D and disability insurance; 401(k) with a company match and an employer-funded defined benefit pension plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, education/tuition assistance, an employee discount program, adoption assistance, wellness programs and more.

Part time employees are eligible to participate in the 401k plan and receive a company match. In addition, they are eligible to start accruing service for the pension plan.