what is a scale operator?

[haymura]

anyone here know what a scale operator is and what exactly do they do? is it intense labour work? Im not sure what it is but a friend of mine is asking me to apply for the position.

[hchang]

Did you see the ad from Craigslist?

Here's a link and some quick information about Scale Operators.

Hope this helps!

http://marioncountyfl.org/HumanResou...leOperator.pdf

Originally Posted by From Website Provided Above

This is a clerical position responsible for the computer operation of the truck scales and the
collection and accounting of tipping fees.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following statements describe the principal functions of this job and its scope of responsibility,
but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform
other duties as assigned, including working in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to
equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the work load.


�� Operates inbound and outbound computerized truck scales to track wastes being disposed
or recycled. Weighs commercial and private vehicles.


�� Determines specific information about each load then directs customers to appropriate
disposal or recycling areas and inspects loads for hazardous waste.


�� Collects tipping fees and makes change for cash transactions. Processes credit, debit and
telecheck transactions via computerized phone line terminal.


�� Balances receipts, closing reports and performs bookkeeping functions daily to process and
account for Solid Waste revenue.


�� Accesses several computer programs to research tax roll and other necessary information
needed to perform the daily functions related to Scale duties.


�� Communicates tonnage and other necessary information to the Transfer station and Landfill
Operators or Supervisors to ensure accurate disposal procedures.


�� Provides excellent front line customer service to Solid Waste customers.


�� Generates manual scale tickets for all commodity loads that Solid Waste Collection vehicles
transport to the recyclers.


�� Checks scale transactions for accuracy and makes corrections as directed by the Scale
Supervisor.


�� Makes entries on daily logs and tracking forms. Generates computerized tonnage and
commodity reports as needed.


�� Responsible for entering pertinent data such as; miles walked, crew size, areas cleaned on
all Litter Crew, Special Projects, Sherriff and D.O.C. transactions.


�� Provides information, responds to inquiries or complaints from the public, co-workers and
other departments, in person, on the phone or two-way radio.

[haymura]

thank you for that information. now i know what it is. no i didnt see it in craigslist. a friend of mine just told me to apply to his work in langley.