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Scale Attendant F/T

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

$18.67 - $24.16/hr

Greets customers to verify residency, record visits, weigh vehicles, and screen for unauthorized ... Full-time Scale Attendants work rotating schedules across all SPSA scale house locations. Examples ...

Hamtramck Recycling

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Scale Attendant

Hamtramck, MI · On-site

$30K - $40K/yr

Our Scale Attendants do much more than weigh trucks. They assist customers and drivers, process ... Stable, full-time employment * Paid training * Opportunities for advancement * Supportive, team ...

Advance Scale Company

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Scale Service Technician

Morristown, NJ · On-site

$26 - $32/hr

ADVANCE is a second generation, family-owned weighing solution and equipment service provider. Our ... We are seeking experienced, Field Service Scale Technicians to fill a position as a full-time, ...

Advance Scale Company

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Scale Service Technician

Rosedale, MD · On-site

$26 - $32/hr

ADVANCE is a second generation, family-owned weighing solution and equipment service provider. Our ... We are seeking experienced, Field Service Scale Technicians to fill a position as a full-time, ...

Southeast Resource Recovery

Scale Clerk

Liberty, SC · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

... a full time opening for Scale Clerk. Under the direction of the Supevisor/Manager, you will perform a variety of duties in the operation of the scale house. In this position you will be weighing ...

Salt River Landfill

SCALE OPERATOR

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$17.25 - $23.95/hr

Job Type Full-time Description Job Summary: Operates a commercial computerized scale system to weigh vehicles bringing in and exiting material to the landfill. Records transactions and accept cash ...

Capital Waste Services

Scale House Attendant

Chatsworth, GA · On-site

$15 - $18.25/hr

Job Type Full-time Description About Capital Waste Services At Capital Waste Services (CWS) , we ... Operate computerized truck scale systems to accurately weigh inbound and outbound vehicles.

EMR Metal Recycling

Scale Operator

New Castle, DE · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Non-Exempt | Full-Time | Hourly Summary The Scale Operator / Weighmaster is responsible for accurately weighing, grading, and recording all incoming and outgoing scrap metal materials. This role ...

Arepet Industries, LLC

Scale Operator

Von Ormy, TX · On-site

$15/hr

... accurate weighing, documentation, and coordination of inbound and outbound trucks at Arepet ... Schedule & Attendance Requirements This is a full-time hourly position working 12-hour shifts on a ...

Arepet Industries, LLC

Scale Operator

Von Ormy, TX · On-site

$15/hr

Dental insurance Scale Operator - Dry Sand Plant Arepet Industries - Von Ormy, TX Full-Time | 12 ... The Scale Operator is responsible for weighing and coordinating inbound and outbound trucks ...

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

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time weighing scale 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.

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A Full Time Weighing Scale job typically involves operating and maintaining weighing scales in environments such as warehouses, factories, or logistics centers. The main responsibilities include accurately weighing materials or products, recording measurements, and sometimes preparing reports or labels. This role may also involve calibrating and troubleshooting the scales to ensure proper function and compliance with quality standards. Strong attention to detail and basic math skills are important for this position.

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Full-time weighing scale operators often encounter challenges such as maintaining accuracy under time pressure, ensuring equipment is calibrated correctly, and managing large volumes of data. Adhering to standard operating procedures, conducting regular equipment checks, and staying organized with digital record-keeping can help overcome these obstacles. Additionally, collaborating closely with quality control and logistics teams ensures that weighing processes support overall operational efficiency and compliance.

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To thrive as a Weighing Scale Operator, you need attention to detail, basic math skills, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with digital and analog weighing systems, data entry software, and sometimes inventory management systems is typically required. Reliability, accuracy, and good communication skills help operators work efficiently and collaborate with warehouse or logistics teams. These abilities ensure precise measurements, minimize errors, and support smooth operational workflows.

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Scale Attendant F/T

Southeastern Public Service Authority

Chesapeake, VA • On-site

$18.67 - $24.16/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Salary: $18.67 - $24.16 Hourly
Location : Chesapeake Transfer Station, 901 Hollowell Lane, Chesapeake, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: FTSA
Department: Administration
Division: Scalehouse Operations
Opening Date: 08/07/2026
Description
The Scale Attendant assists customers hauling residential and specific types of commercial waste to SPSA transfer stations or directly to the landfill. Greets customers to verify residency, record visits, weigh vehicles, and screen for unauthorized waste. Operates industrial scale recording device to record inbound and outbound truck weights to determine tonnage of waste disposed. Collects payments by credit card or commercial account.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Scale Attendant Supervisor with important day-to-day input provided by the supervisor of the worksite (typically a Transfer Station Supervisor). Full-time Scale Attendants work rotating schedules across all SPSA scale house locations.
Examples of Duties
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The approximate amount of time spent on essential duties & responsibilities areas are as follows:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
% of Time
  • Greets customers to verify residency, record visits, weigh vehicles, and screen for unauthorized waste. Informs customers of proper disposal policies and procedures.

50%
  • Processes customer credit card transactions and ensures balances are correct at the end of each shift.

10%
  • Receives customer phone calls and provides directions and information in between assisting in person customers in an efficient, professional, and friendly manner.

30%
  • Ensures scales and recording devices are operating properly.

10%
  • Greets customers to verify residency, record visits, weigh vehicle, and screen for unauthorized waste.
  • Accurately weighs trucks, records data utilizing proper data codes, vehicle identification information, customer account number and waste type to generate credit transaction tickets for customers and reviewed by SPSA departments in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Screens trucks for hazardous or unauthorized waste visually and by asking the driver to verify load compositions.
  • As needed, reroutes trucks to site supervisor for examination of load to screen for hazardous or unauthorized waste without unnecessarily disrupting traffic flow.
  • Informs customers of proper disposal policies and procedures in a clear, concise, and courteous manner.
  • Processes customer transactions smoothly and efficiently, keeping traffic moving efficiently while maintaining excellent levels of accuracy. Effectively deals with varying rate structures and load compositions.
  • Receives and handles phone calls and face-to-face interactions in an efficient, professional, and friendly manner. Provides useful directions and information to customers.
  • Ensures scales and recording devices are operating properly. Reports scale malfunctions to the Scale Attendant Supervisor or local Supervisor.
  • Processes customer credit card transactions and ensures balances are correct at the end of each shift.
  • Assists with training new staff as needed.
  • Required to rotate among various SPSA work locations and be adaptive as schedules, vacancies, and operational needs require.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Typical Qualifications
Experience & Education
  • Required Education - High school diploma or the equivalent required.
  • Required Experience - One year of demonstrated experience in customer service, data entry, scale operation, and cashiering.
  • Required Licenses - Valid driver's license or reliable transportation required to work across SPSA scale house locations.

An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.
Knowledge & Skills
  • Work across SPSA scale house locations as scheduled or needed.
  • Utilize interpersonal relations skills to work effectively with customers, employees, and the general public.
  • Communicate effectively with customers in-person and by phone.
  • Learn and accurately operate SPSA scale facilities.
  • Multi-task effectively to work with inbound and outbound customers and answer phone calls.
  • Make simple mathematical computations.
  • Perform computerized data entry accurately and rapidly.
  • Troubleshoot minor data processing problems.
  • Perform credit card payment transactions.
  • Recognize and identify various waste types.
  • Learn and accurately apply changing tipping fees and data codes.
  • Inform customers of disposal policies and procedures in a clear, concise, and courteous manner.
  • Operate computer to record & verify customer information and complete transactions.
  • Work independently and follow supervisor instructions in a reliable manner.

Supplemental Information
Working Conditions
This position will work in the scale house office at an open window area where tractor trailers come and go by in close proximity throughout the entire shift. Depending on wind direction, this activity can bring dust and exhaust fumes in through the open window of the scale house to where the Scale Attendant is located. During seasons of extreme heat and extreme cold, it can be difficult to regulate the temperature inside the scale house.
Machines, Tools & Equipment
This position will require you to regularly use a computer, telephone, credit card processing equipment, and basic office equipment. May use a long-handled grabber-reacher tool to exchange credit card and receipts with the driver. Uses cleaning equipment including brooms, mops, and surface cleaners to do general cleaning in the scale house.
Physical & Mental Requirements
This position requires the ability to:
  • Read vehicle license plates, customer drivers licenses, and computer monitor in varying daylight and evening conditions.
  • Perform computerized data entry accurately and rapidly.
  • Sit, stand and reach at a customer window for eight hours in relatively small spaces.
  • Communicate verbally with customers, the public, peers, and supervisors in a clear and concise manner.
  • Interact with the public in a pleasant, considerate, and efficient manner under sometimes adverse conditions.
  • Shift focus as needed to be responsive to tasks or requests requiring immediate attention or prioritization.
  • Answer inquiries from phone calls or transfer to proper extension, while assisting in-person customers.
  • Process credit card transactions accurately and ensure balances are correct at the end of each shift.
  • Sweep, mop, clean countertop surfaces, windows, and empty waste baskets each shift in the scale house.
  • Adapt to daily job duties that may vary based on location assigned.
  • Thrive in a fast-paced environment, inherent to an in-person customer service role, to meet deadlines, as needed.

SPSA offers a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees.
  • Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) - SPSA and employee contributions
  • Short and Long Term Disability Coverage (VRS)
  • Health Insurance (Includes Dental, Vision and Behavioral Health Coverage)
  • Basic Life Insurance (SPSA paid)
  • Delta Dental Insurance
  • Aflac Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Optional Life Insurance available for Employee and Dependents
  • Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Holidays
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Uniforms provided
  • Safety shoes and PPE provided

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Are you able to work a flexible work schedule that includes weekends, holidays and varying shifts?
  • Yes
  • No

02
Do you have reliable transportation?
  • Yes
  • No

03
Are you willing to work at a variety of locations: Suffolk, Norfolk, Chesapeake and Virginia Beach?
  • Yes
  • No

04
Do you have customer service experience?
  • Yes
  • No

05
Do you have cash/card handling experience?
  • Yes
  • No

06
Do you have data entry experience?
  • Yes
  • No

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