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Scale clerk requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in scale clerk job postings.
Sample scale clerk requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Proficiency in basic math skills
  • Experience in data entry and record keeping
  • Ability to lift and move heavy objects
  • Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures
Sample required scale clerk soft skills
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment
  • Flexibility and adaptability to changing situations
  • Team player with a positive attitude

Scale clerk job description example 1

Kinder Morgan scale clerk job description

Functional Area: Clerical/Admin. Position Type: Full Time
Experience Required: 1 - 3 Years Relocation Provided: No

Education Required: GED

RC/Department: 6713 -M.RIVER G&A HICKMAN AR :BTMAR

Position Description

Essential duties and responsibilities: • Prepare, process, complete and review for accuracy, inbound receipts, work orders, outbound shipment release documents, scale tickets and reports, as per Kinder Morgan and customer requirements. • Prepare/supply all needed daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly or annual reports, as per Kinder Morgan and customer requirements. • Operate scale, including creating, distributing and completing scale tickets. • Understand Terminals Operating capabilities and processes. • Closely interact with customer elected carriers, surveyors, etc., regarding orders and product movement. • Strict adherence to security regulations and procedures as stated in the terminal's Facility Security Plan. • Accurately update/maintain the Galahad Bulk inventory system as to reflect current activity and inventories. • Assist Terminal Manager, Operations Manager, Operations Supervisor, and co-workers as needed. • Other duties as assigned Position Requirements:Minimum requirements: Education: High School Graduate or equivalent.

Position Requirements

Experience / specific knowledge: • One year experience in a clerical capacity performing data entry, customer service, accounting, general office or similar duties. • Knowledge of office terminology, procedures, equipment, and business mathematics. • Able to use personal computer, fax machine, scanner, copier, and printer. • Proficient in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) for the purpose of work processing, spreadsheets, and presentations. Certifications, licenses, registrations: Valid Drivers License Competencies, skills, and abilities: • Able to deal effectively with customers, vendors, and employees at all levels of the organization. • Ability to communicate and write reports in maintenance terminology. • Ability to keep detailed records and to manipulate data accurately. • Self-motivated with ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. • Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize tasks. • Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently. • Possess ability to pass and complete safety training/certification as required by customers to work in their facilities, and as required by Kinder Morgan. • Ability to accept supervision/direction and work effectively and cooperatively with other people. • Ability to focus attention and follow work rules. • Successful completion of background check and post-offer and random drug screens. • Ability to maintain regular, dependable attendance, valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers. Physical demands: • While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must meet physical requirements including but not limited to, walking, kneeling, crouching, climbing up/down ladders and stairs, negotiating uneven and moving surfaces, and occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Working conditions: • Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed and required. • Respond to call out as needed. • Perform work in dusty and/or noisy environment. • Must be available for assignments at multiple berths within a 12 mile radius. Supervisory responsibility: None Preferred education, experience, certifications, competencies, skills, and abilities above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position: • Two years experience working with computerized equipment, parts, or inventory program. • Experience in bulk terminals.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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Scale clerk job description example 2

Waste Connections scale clerk job description

Waste Connections has an immediate opening for an Part Time Scale Clerk to join the team at our location in Alvarado, Texas.
Previous waste experience would be a huge plus!

Successful candidates are those who seek to thrive in an environment of operational excellence and accountability. We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".

Who Are We?

WASTE CONNECTIONS, Inc. (NYSE: WCN) is not only the best waste services company in North America, it is also an amazing place to realize your potential, make decisions, have your voice heard, and partner with extremely hard working and passionate people! We seek servant leaders, mentors, top performers, and fun people. At Waste Connections, we value each individual's unique background, experience, and passion to make us a great place to work.

Why You Need to Join Us!

* CULTURE: It's a Great place to work! We work in an environment where empowered, self-directed all-stars know what they do is important.
* INTEGRITY: Our definition is "saying what you will do and then doing it!" We keep our promises to our customers and our employees.
* RESPECT: We show respect for our customers and fellow employees. Respect for ourselves grows through all the hard work and great service we provide to the communities we are privileged to serve.

Please apply online at www.wasteconnections.com.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Greet and direct all customers and employees upon entry of the transfer station.
* Track weight information from scale to computer system and get appropriate signatures.
* Calculate payments for customers.
* Ensure incoming garbage loads are safe and do not contain any inappropriate material.
* Approach all encounters with employees, customers, and vendors in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
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IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS:

* Excellent customer service skills.
* Ability to multi-task in a fast paced work environment.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel.
* Must have flexible availability to include weekends.
* Proficiency in Spanish & English a must.
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Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veterans)
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Scale clerk job description example 3

Arcosa scale clerk job description

Arcosa Aggregates is searching for a Scale Clerk for our Cameron, TX plant. In this role you will support a positive safety culture by assisting with the activities and engaging with staff within a mining environment that is regulated by MSHA safety standards. As a Scale Clerk, you will run the scale house, provide customer service, and support staff by conveying customer needs.

Arcosa Aggregates is a leading producer and distributor of construction materials and services. We are unified in our commitment to building a better world through the foundations of roads, bridges, and buildings in our communities across the United States.
What You'll Do:

* Comply with all industry safety rules, procedures and applicable government regulations.
* Comply with all industry safety rules, procedures and applicable government regulations
* Operate scale house
* Schedule and direct trucks
* Work cooperatively with sales department & dispatch
* Understand customers' needs and requirements
* Answer incoming telephone calls
* Cash sales - document, verify & accurately fill out checks for customers
* Research problem tickets and properly document findings
* Convey any known customer needs and/or complaints with the appropriate people
* Maintains files for trucker's insurance, tax exempt certificates, and overload permits.
* Assist administrator and manager as required
* Prompt, regular and predicable attendance

What You'll Need:

* Ability to meet customers and project friendly, cooperative, and positive attitude
* High School Diploma or equivalent
* Keep workplace clean and organized
* Knowledge of legal weights & measures helpful
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Competent operating normal office equipment - copiers, fax machines, adding
* machines, computers, printers, etc.
* Excellent attitude towards safety
* Service oriented and a team player
* Must be able to prioritize workload in an efficient manner
* Proficient with computer applications such as Microsoft Office
* Must be able to sit at a computer approximately 10 hours a day
* Must be able to bend, stand in order to handle files and related paperwork
* Must be able to communicate over CB and two-way radio
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Updated March 14, 2024

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