Waste Intake Specialist & Scale Operator

Republic Services; Ayer (MA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Health care spending accounts

Short/long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discount programs

401(k) match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Gate Attendant/Scale Operator to monitor waste volumes and collect fees at our site. You will manage payments, issue receipts, and balance daily cash while maintaining accurate records. The role requires attention to detail and ability to handle special waste documentation and customer inquiries.

Excellent accuracy with cash handling and familiarity with scales and computer systems will help ensure compliance and efficient operations at our facility.

Qualifications

• Experience in a position requiring cash handling and balancing receipts.
• Experience with computers and various software programs.

Responsibilities

• Determine content of material entering facility to properly bill the customer.
• Accept or reject waste load based on content; suggest alternatives based on waste type and 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 waste entering the facility using truck scales and computer systems; track total waste entering the facility.
• Notify operations of special waste or other incoming loads; process required paperwork.
• Answer the telephone and provide general information to callers.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the work area.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Cash handling

Computer literacy

Tools

Various software programs

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Gate Attendant/Scale Operator to monitor waste volumes and collect fees at our site. You will manage payments, issue receipts, and balance daily cash while maintaining accurate records. The role requires attention to detail and ability to handle special waste documentation and customer inquiries.

Excellent accuracy with cash handling and familiarity with scales and computer systems will help ensure compliance and efficient operations at our facility.