Scale Operator

Casella Waste Systems, Inc; Williston, Northern (VT, KY); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

Maternity & Parental Leave

401K

Job summary

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking a Scale Operator in Vermont. The role involves weighing inbound and outbound materials, processing outbound Bill of Ladings, and ensuring material matches release numbers provided by haulers.

Starting pay is $22 per hour, with expectations to support safe operations and accurate reporting. The successful candidate will have a high school diploma and 1–3 years of related industrial experience, with strong teamwork and communication skills to work with

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 1–3 years of related industrial experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Legal eligibility to work in the US required.

Responsibilities

• Weigh inbound and outbound materials at the facility.
• Process outbound Bill of Ladings and ensure correct release numbers.
• Maintain accurate scale operations and records for reporting.
• Coordinate loading/unloading and machine movements in a busy facility.
• Liaise with drivers, haulers, and customers to ensure service quality.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

US work eligibility

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Position Summary

The Scale Operator, the face of the facility, is responsible for weighing inbound and outbound materials at the facility, processing outbound Bill of Ladingsand ensuring that material is being loaded into the vehicle correlates with the release number provided by the hauler.

The starting hourly rate for this position is $22 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

• Followsall companystandards procedures, policiesand complies with permitted regulations to maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment.
• Provides excellent customer service and communicates effectively with drivers, staff, and customers.
• Maintainsaccurate scale operations and recordsto ensure factual reporting.
• Communicateseffectively with drivers, customers, and staffto provide efficientservice.
• Assistscustomers by providing excellent customer serviceto ensure valued and strong customer relations.
• Coordinatesthe loading and unloading of all materials cominginto the facility,machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads and machinery within a busy environment.
• Interfaces with company drivers, outside haulers, and 3rd party vehicles to oversee accurate and appropriate job functions.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales, and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma, 1-3 years of related industrial experience, a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment and be legally eligible to work in the US. Experience or interest in an environmental and/or sustainability field is preferred.

Outstanding relationship management skills, excellent listening, communication, and problem-solving skills are needed. Excellent organizational skills and a positive and professional mind-set are expected.

Attributes

Self-sufficient, team-oriented individualwith a strong work ethic, attentive, and results-orientedand is open to personal and professional training and development.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Employee Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, and More.