Scale Operator

Republic Services; Philadelphia, Northern (Philadelphia County, KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental plans

Vision coverage

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Republic Services in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a Scale Operator to monitor and document waste volumes and collect appropriate usage fees from customers at the post collection site. The role involves handling cash, balancing daily receipts, and using truck scales and computer systems to accurately record waste data.

You will determine acceptability of loads, communicate with operations regarding special wastes, provide receipts, and maintain site cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Experience handling cash and balancing receipts.
• Experience with computers and various software programs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and record waste volumes entering the site.
• Accept or reject waste loads based on content and local guidelines.
• Receive payments and provide receipts to customers.
• Balance daily receipts and deposit into the safe.
• Document waste using truck scales and computer systems.
• Notify operations of special waste or loads and process paperwork.
• Maintain a clean work area and assist with random duties.

Skills

Cash handling

Balancing cash/receipts

Computer skills

Tools

Computer software

Job description

## Scale OperatorApply: Philadelphia, PA, USA: Full time: Posted Today: R-186244POSITION SUMMARY: A Gate Attendant/Scale Operator is responsible for accurately and efficiently monitoring and recording waste volumes entering the post collection site, as well as collecting appropriate usage fees from customers. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:* Determine content of material entering facility to properly bill the customer.* Accept or reject waste load based on content; suggest alternatives based on special waste, type of waste and/or local market training.* Receive payment from customers; provide receipt to customers.* Balance the daily receipts to ensure accurate recordkeeping and appropriate billing; deposit daily receipts into the safe depository.* Document the waste entering the facility, utilizing truck scales and computer systems; track total amount of waste entering the facility.* Notify operations of special waste or other incoming special loads; direct or dispatch as necessary; process required paperwork and perform other required duties, as necessary to process special loads.* Answer the telephone and provide general information to callers.* Maintain the cleanliness of the work area.* Perform other job-related duties, as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS:* Experience in a previous position that required the handling of cash and balancing cash and/or receipts.* Experience computers and various software programs.**Rewarding Compensation and Benefits**Eligible employees can elect to participate in: • Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage. • Health care and dependent care spending accounts. • Short- and long-term disability. • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). • Employee discount programs. • Retirement plan with a generous company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).• Paid Time Off (PTO)• Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits*The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.*EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For any concerns relating to Republic Services’ commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.