Scale Operator - Customer-Facing Waste & Recycling

LRS; Berwyn (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

LRS in Berwyn, IL is seeking a Scale Operator to weigh vehicles, process loads, and maintain accurate tickets. You will greet drivers, verify disposal requirements, and ensure data integrity for billing and scheduling.

The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and efficient site operations. The position requires attention to detail, basic math and data entry skills, and willingness to work a shift schedule (M-F, afternoons/evenings and alternating Saturdays).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in customer service, logistics, or waste/recycling operations preferred.
• Experience using scale management systems, Microsoft Office, or similar software applications preferred.
• Prior basic accounting experience is helpful.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate the truck scale system to capture vehicle weights, verify materials, and generate tickets for inbound and outbound loads.
• Greet and direct drivers courteously, confirming load type, delivery location, and disposal requirements.
• Ensure accuracy in data entry, billing, and ticketing for all loads, including cash or charge transactions.
• Monitor incoming materials for compliance with site and regulatory standards; report prohibited or unsafe loads.
• Maintain and reconcile daily tickets and system reports; prepare end-of-day summaries for accounting and site leadership.
• Communicate with dispatchers, equipment operators, and site management to coordinate traffic flow and resolve load discrepancies.
• Enforce site safety rules for all drivers and visitors, including PPE compliance and traffic direction.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of scale house and surrounding work area.
• Participate in safety meetings, site audits, and continuous improvement activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support efficient and safe site operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Basic arithmetic

Recycling knowledge

Calm under pressure

Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Scale management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

LRS in Berwyn, IL is seeking a Scale Operator to weigh vehicles, process loads, and maintain accurate tickets. You will greet drivers, verify disposal requirements, and ensure data integrity for billing and scheduling.

The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and efficient site operations. The position requires attention to detail, basic math and data entry skills, and willingness to work a shift schedule (M-F, afternoons/evenings and alternating Saturdays).