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Job Title: Weigh Station Operator / Scale House Attendant We are seeking a reliable and detail ... full time employees. We specialize in light industrial and some clerical staffing. We would love ...

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Job Title: Weigh Station Operator / Scale House Attendant We are seeking a reliable and detail ... full time employees. We specialize in light industrial and some clerical staffing. We would love ...

Scale Clerk

Athens, AL · On-site

$31K - $31K/yr

You'll be working in a scale house with constant traffic * Expect noise, dust, and a lot of movement around you * This is not a quiet office job-things can get busy fast Schedule * Full-time position

Scale Clerk

Athens, AL · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

You'll be working in a scale house with constant traffic * Expect noise, dust, and a lot of movement around you * This is not a quiet office job--things can get busy fast Schedule * Full-time ...

Scale Attendant

Manassas, VA · On-site

$16.75 - $20.50/hr

Keep the scale house clean, organized, and running efficiently * Follow all company safety policies ... Stable, full-time hours with a consistent daytime schedule * Team-oriented environment

Beyond the scale house, you provide essential customer service and communicate effectively with ... In addition to our base compensation, we also offer a competitive benefits package for full-time ...

Scale Attendant

Fremont, NE

$16 - $19.75/hr

Keep the scale house clean, organized, and running efficiently * Follow all company safety policies ... Stable, full-time hours with a consistent daytime schedule * Team-oriented environment

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How much do full time scale house jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time scale house in the United States is $18.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Full Time Scale House jobs?

Full Time Scale House jobs involve operating and managing a scale house, which is a facility where vehicles are weighed, often at places like landfills, recycling centers, or quarries. Employees in these roles are responsible for weighing incoming and outgoing trucks, recording weight data, checking load contents, and ensuring compliance with site regulations. They may also handle administrative tasks, such as maintaining records, issuing tickets, and providing customer service to drivers and other site visitors. Accuracy, attention to detail, and good communication skills are important for this position. Full-time positions typically offer regular hours and may include benefits such as health insurance and paid time off.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Full Time Scale House Operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Full Time Scale House Operator, you typically need attention to detail, basic math skills, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with weighbridge software, data entry systems, and sometimes basic knowledge of truck routing or inventory management tools is important. Strong communication, reliability, and the ability to manage time efficiently are valuable soft skills. These abilities ensure accurate record-keeping, smooth logistics, and effective coordination with drivers and management in busy facility environments.

What are some common challenges faced by full-time scale house operators, and how can they be effectively managed?

Full-time scale house operators often manage a high volume of truck traffic, documentation, and communication between drivers and facility staff. Challenges can include handling peak periods with multiple trucks, ensuring accurate weighing and data entry, and maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. Effective management involves strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and clear communication. Familiarity with scale house software and a proactive approach to problem-solving can also help operators stay efficient and minimize errors.

What is the difference between Full Time Scale House vs Part Time Scale House?

AspectFull Time Scale HousePart Time Scale House
Work HoursTypically 35-40 hours per weekFewer hours, often less than 20 hours per week
CertificationsUsually requires basic scale house operator certificationMay require similar certifications but less frequently
Work EnvironmentIndoor/outdoor, often in transportation hubs or weigh stationsSimilar environment but with flexible scheduling
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in transportation, logistics, and municipal servicesUsed in similar industries for part-time staffing needs

Full Time Scale House roles involve standard full-time hours with consistent schedules, while Part Time Scale House positions offer flexible hours with fewer weekly hours. Both roles require similar certifications and work environments, primarily in transportation and logistics sectors.

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What are the most commonly searched types of Scale House jobs? The most popular types of Scale House jobs are:

Scale House Attendant - Orla & Pecos, TX

Desert Environmental

Pecos, TX

$16.50 - $20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

This position will be with Desert Environmental, LLC, an affiliate of WaterBridge Operating, LLC.

Summary of Position:

The Scale House Attendant is our first point of contact for customers disposing of waste at the Landfill. They are responsible for calculating payments, checking loads, and ensuring the safety of the customers and employees by observing safety rules and regulations.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

The following represents most of the position's duties but is not meant to be all-inclusive or prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary. Employees are expected to comply with all regulatory, environmental, and safety rules and standards, as well as corporate policies.

As a Scale House Attendant, you will be responsible for:

  • Weighing in all trucks that enter the Landfill.
  • Providing prompt and courteous service to customers.
  • Ensuring trucks are correctly positioned on scales for accurate weights and test scales daily.
  • Operating a register, handling cash and credit card transactions, and balancing the cash drawer at the beginning and end of each shift.
  • Inspecting loads and query drivers as required. This may require the ability to climb up onto vehicles to inspect loads.
  • Entering and verifying load information and customer/truck information.
  • Operating a computerized truck scale to determine the weight of the load.
  • Instructing drivers to the appropriate disposal area.
  • Redirecting loads based upon load contents, specifically, not accepting loads containing hazardous or unauthorized waste or other materials not in compliance with regulations for tipping at the facility.
  • Operating the computer to process proper charges to be assigned for each load and generate charge tickets on the printer.
  • Performing routine data entry into a computer, making basic mathematical calculations, and posting and keeping legible records accurately.
  • Filing weight tickets for each load, recording and securing cash receipts
  • Maintaining records of all incoming/outgoing loads that cross the scales.
  • Answer incoming calls; respond to the public's questions regarding prices.
  • Maintaining cleanliness of scale deck and approach, scale booth, and surrounding area(s).
  • Conducting all business activities in accordance with health and safety policies and legal compliance requirements.
  • Keeping the scale house clean and orderly, cleaning scales

Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Must have a high school diploma or GED.
  • A valid driver's license with an insurable driving record is required.
  • Industry experience is preferred but not required.
  • Live in Pecos, TX, or within a 30-mile radius from Pecos, TX, required.
    • Company-paid housing will be provided during your working shift.
  • Live in Orla, TX, or within a 60-mile radius from Orla, TX, required.
    • Company-paid housing will be provided during your working shift.

Working Conditions/Environment:

  • Operates in a field environment.
    • May be subject to environments that are extreme in nature, such as heat, cold, etc.
    • The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to:
      • Standing, walking, or sitting for prolonged periods.
      • Walking on uneven and vegetated terrain; sampling activities such as hand auguring for soil sample collection.
      • Use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear.
      • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds and must be able to carry a self-contained breathing apparatus if needed. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type:

  • This is a full-time position.
    • 14/7 (14 days on 7 days off) Rotational Schedule
    • 12-hour shifts

Position Location:

  • Pecos, TX and Orla, TX

Benefits:

At Desert Environmental, our employee benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • If eligible, company-paid housing will be provided during working shifts
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Voluntary Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, & Child(ren)
  • Employee Basic Life and AD&D Insurance - Company Paid
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability - Company Paid
  • 401(k) or Roth 401(k) Retirement Plan, plus a company match
  • And many other benefits not listed here

About Us

At Desert Environmental, we believe that our people make the difference! We are committed to provide our employees with personal development and growth opportunities. We are backed by our strong core values and operational excellence to lead the evolution of energy waste management. Unlike other waste management providers, our facilities are designed to maximize sustainability and minimize the unnecessary byproducts of oil and gas operations - helping our customers operate responsibly and achieve their ESG goals.

Desert Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About Us

Desert Environmental is leading the evolution of energy waste management in the Permian, Eagle Ford and beyond. Our facilities are designed to maximize sustainability and minimize the unnecessary byproducts of oil and gas operations helping our customers operate responsibly and achieve their ESG goals.

WHO WE ARE

At Desert Environmental, we believe that our people make the difference! We are committed to provide our employees with personal development and growth opportunities. We are backed by our strong core values and operational excellence to lead the evolution of energy waste management. Unlike other waste management providers, our facilities are designed to maximize sustainability and minimize the unnecessary byproducts of oil and gas operations - helping our customers operate responsibly and achieve their ESG goals.

Desert Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer.