NEOGOV · 15 hours ago
Scale Operator (Solid Waste)
Athens, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$36K/yr - $36K/yr
1+ years expNEOGOV is part of the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County, and they are seeking a Scale Operator for their Solid Waste Department. The role involves assessing and collecting fees for landfill use, operating scales, and directing customers to the appropriate landfill areas.
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Responsibilities
Accepts user fees for each vehicle based upon the size of the vehicle and the type of material being hauled, using an electronic scale
Advises customers of Landfill Rules and Regulations; responds to inquiries concerning these rules/regulations
Operates directional signals to instruct customers when to drive onto the scales
Directs customers to proper landfill area
Maintains files on all charge tickets/accounts
Ensures that random checks of vehicle loads are conducted
Visually inspects loads for prohibited waste and reports violations immediately
Processes State Environmental Protection required manifests for asbestos and other manifested loads
Records and monitors vehicles for appropriate permits
Ensures all vehicles weights
Performs daily scale calibration of landfill scales with computer software
Performs miscellaneous duties to include: answering the telephone, unlocking gates and the office in the morning, securing the gates and the office in the evening, and maintaining a clean office environment
Prepares daily bank deposit; transports daily revenues to the bank for deposit
Researches and copies transactions for customers, upon request
Assists in organizing and maintaining manuals; obtains and updates documents, policies, etc
Prints out a daily computer report of cash and charge ticket totals (Daily History Detail report); prepares Daily Batch Scale Report; backs-up daily transactions on the computer
Prepares tickets manually when scales are inoperable
Assists in maintaining good customer relations
Acts as attendant on call, in the absence of the weekend attendant
Assists in maintaining the customer account and the vehicle permit lists
Performs miscellaneous duties to include: answering the telephone, opening the office in the morning, securing the office in the evening, and maintaining a clean office environment
Performs other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent with one year of related experience required, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position
Must possess a valid driver's license
Regular and predictable attendance is required
Must work cooperatively with others
When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
Group Accident insurance
Critical Illness insurance
Employer paid basic life insurance
Contributory term life insurance
Whole life insurance
Employer Paid Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
13 paid holidays
Employer Paid Pension Plan (10 years of service)
Deferred Compensation Program with employer match
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employer – Federal Student Aid
Robust Wellness Program – earn up to $175 per quarter for participation
Employee Fitness Center – free for employees, spouse, and children 18+
Free onsite health screenings (to include hearing, skin cancer, biometric screening, flu shots)
Safety & Risk training and job related vaccinations
Uniforms provided
Ongoing Training Opportunities and Career Development – Government Wide Learning Management System
Discount Admissions – ACCGov Parks, Georgia Aquarium
Annual employee appreciation events
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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