Weighmaster

Kern Energy CA; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Kern Energy CA in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Weighmaster to manage documentation of truck loading and unloading activities, ensure accurate weight records, collect product samples, and ensure compliance with refinery and regulatory requirements.

The role involves outdoor work, interacting with drivers, and coordinating with operations to maintain safe product transfer. A High School Diploma and 3+ years of weighing equipment experience are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 3+ years of related experience operating weighing or product transfer equipment.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Operate weighing equipment and software to accurately measure the weight of inbound and outbound vehicles.
• Collect product samples for routine laboratory analyses.
• Document all weighing and sampling activity in the shift log and ensure accurate data entry.
• Complete structured shift turnover and review daily notes for assigned tasks.
• Verify truck compliance with safety and environmental standards while in the scale area.
• Safely complete all tasks with no spills, releases, or incidents.
• Provide courteous interaction and clear communication with drivers during weighing and sampling.
• Notify supervisors of any operational or compliance concerns.

Skills

Weighing equipment

Data entry

Outdoor work

Driver communication

Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

3+ years experience operating weighing equipment

Job description

Kern Energy is seeking a Weighmaster who will be responsible for managing documentation of truck loading and unloading activities of the facility. This role will ensure accurate recording of weights, collect product samples, and ensure compliance with refinery and regulatory requirements. Weighmasters perform significant outdoor work, interact with truck drivers, and coordinate with operations to maintain safe and efficient product transfer. The successful candidate will exhibit Kern's core values of Teamwork, Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Connection.

Job Function

• Operate weighing equipment and software to accurately measure the weight of inbound and outbound vehicles.
• Collect product samples for routine laboratory analyses.
• Document all weighing and sampling activity in the shift log and ensure accurate data entry.
• Complete structured shift turnover and review daily notes for assigned tasks.
• Verify truck compliance with safety and environmental standards while in the scale area.
• Safely complete all tasks with no spills, releases, or incidents.
• Provide courteous interaction and clear communication with drivers during weighing and sampling.
• Notify supervisors of any operational or compliance concerns.

Qualifications

Knowledge & Skills

• Basic knowledge of refinery operations, product sampling, and weighing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow compliance protocols.
• Ability to work independently in outdoor conditions.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.

Education / Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 3+ years of related experience operating weighing or product transfer equipment.