Scale Clerk

GFL Industries; Montrose (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL is seeking a Scale Clerk to support landfill administrative operations. You will weigh inbound/outbound vehicles, enter data, and maintain customer service on site. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and compliance with health and environment regulations.

You will interact with customers and contractors, keep records, and assist in daily operations while promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic math and data entry skills
• Ability to establish priorities and manage multiple tasks at once
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to follow oral and written communication
• Work cooperatively with other employees and the public

Responsibilities

• Weigh inbound and outbound vehicles, inspect loads, direct to unloading areas, assist in purchases.
• Adhere to safety standards; use PPE; remove hazards; keep area clean.
• Communicate with landfill customers, management, and coworkers to support safety and service goals.
• Maintain accurate records as required.
• Operate scale computer and apply correct material codes.
• Provide customer service via phone, radio, email, or in person.
• Process paperwork, enter information, and generate standardized reports.
• Promote continuous safety and environmental practices.
• Handle cash sales/drawer.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Data entry

Basic math

Prioritization

Teamwork

Scale computer

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Scale computer

Job description

Job Description Summary

Reporting to the Office Manager, the Scale Clerk supports the landfill administrative operations while maintaining a safe working environment. He/she is responsible for weighing all inbound and outbound vehicles and entering the appropriate data into a computer. He/she will also be in contact with customers and contractors on site; as such he/she must provide excellent customer service. He/she is responsible for working in compliance with all Company policies and procedures as well as any related Health, or Environment Regulations. He/she is responsible for continuing and improving the site's safety culture.

Duties

The Scale Clerk is responsible for weighing all inbound and outbound vehicles, inspecting loose loads, directing them to proper unloading areas, and assisting in the details of purchases

Ensure adherence to safety standards including use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), remove hazards as identified, and maintain cleanliness of the work area

Communicates clearly and concisely with landfill customers, management, and coworkers to ensure safety and customer service goals are met.

Maintain accurate records as required

Operate scale computer, applying correct material codes

Deliver customer service excellence via telephone, two-way radio, e-mail, face to face, etc.

Process paperwork, enter information and create standardized reports

Promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

Handle cash sales/drawer

Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Typical schedule for this position

Typical schedule for this position is 11:00am-4:30pm, M-F, with occasional Saturdays.

Minimum Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic math and data entry skills
• Ability to establish priorities and manage multiple tasks at once
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to follow oral and written communication
• Work cooperatively with other employees and the public

Working Conditions

Extensive communication with customers all throughout the day. Clear and polite communication is a primary job function for the scale clerk.

Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

Must be able to work in an environment where routinely exposed to dust, dirt, vibrations, extreme climate and changes in weather

Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.

We thank you for your interest.

Equal Opportunity Statement

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Visa and Work Authorization

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants.

Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.