Scale House Clerk - Tampa, FL

Watco Transloading, LLC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture recognition

Competitive pay

On-the-job training

Watco University

Career advancement

Job summary

Watco Transloading, LLC in Tampa, FL is seeking a Clerk to provide essential admin support, manage records, handle correspondence, and assist with daily office tasks. The role demands organization, attention to detail, and a proactive, team-oriented approach.

The position requires proficiency in basic office software, strong communication, and reliable data entry and scheduling. Starting pay is $20 per hour, with on-the-job training and opportunities for career advancement within Watco.

Qualifications

• Organized and detail-oriented with proficiency in office software.
• Experience with data entry, record management, scheduling, and bookkeeping.
• Strong communication and customer service skills for daily operations.
• Previous clerical experience preferred; on-the-job training is often provided.

Responsibilities

• Answer calls, redirect and respond to emails professionally.
• File and update documents; maintain organized records.
• Enter data into spreadsheets and company software accurately.
• Monitor office supplies and place orders.
• Sort mail and prepare outgoing documents.
• Assist with invoicing and expense recording.
• Manage calendars and assist with events or travel.
• Greet visitors and assist customers.

Skills

Data entry

Record management

Scheduling

Bookkeeping

Customer service

Communication

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Requisition ID33923-Posted09/29/2026-Transload Operations

Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference

Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team. One Watco .

Here's what you can expect from Watco:

• Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek


• Competitive compensation and benefits


• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers


• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University


• Career advancement opportunities

Starting Pay: 20.00 per hour

Job Summary

The Clerk provides essential administrative and clerical support to ensure smooth daily office operations. This role helps maintain an organized and efficient work environment by managing records, handling correspondence, and assisting with general office tasks such as communications and data entry. Success in this position requires a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a proactive, team-oriented approach. This position requires a high level of organization and proficiency in basic office software.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Administrative support: Answer and redirect incoming phone calls, take messages, and respond to emails in a professional and timely manner


• Document and record management: Accurately file, copy, and update both physical and electronic documents and records. Maintain organized filing and database systems for easy retrieval


• Data entry: Enter and update information into spreadsheets, databases, and company software with high speed and accuracy


• Office coordination: Monitor and maintain inventory of office supplies. Place orders and restock items as needed to ensure the office is well-equipped


• Mail handling: Sort and distribute incoming mail and packages. Prepare outgoing mail and documents for delivery


• Basic bookkeeping: Assist with basic financial tasks, such as processing invoices, recording expenses, and managing payments


• Scheduling and events: Manage calendars, schedule appointments and meetings, and assist with planning office-wide events or travel arrangements


• Customer service: Greet and assist visitors, clients, or customers with inquiries and requests

Qualifications

• Must be organized, detail-oriented, and proficient in office software. Requires experience with data entry, record management, scheduling, and basic bookkeeping


• Strong communication and customer service skills are essential for supporting daily office operations efficiently


• Previous experience in an administrative or clerical role is preferred, but on-the-job training is often provided


• Previous hands-on experience in a mechanic role is essential


• Specializations may require additional training or an apprenticeship.