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Waste Scale Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Solid Waste Scale Operator Department:Solid Waste External Hiring Range:$17.17-$20.67 Compensation Grade:2001 Posted Internally and Externally The Buncombe County Solid Waste Department is hiring for ...

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Scale Operator

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

The Scale Operator is responsible for accurately weighing incoming and outgoing e-waste materials, maintaining detailed records, and ensuring compliance with company, environmental, and regulatory ...

Scale Operator

Liberty, NC · On-site

$16 - $20.50/hr

The Scale Operator is responsible for accurately and efficiently monitoring and recording waste ... Accept or reject waste load based on content; suggest alternatives based on special waste, type of ...

Scale Operator

Wendell, NC · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

The Scale Operator is responsible for accurately and efficiently monitoring and recording waste ... Accept or reject waste load based on content; suggest alternatives based on special waste, type of ...

Scale Operator

Wendell, NC · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

The Scale Operator is responsible for accurately and efficiently monitoring and recording waste ... Accept or reject waste load based on content; suggest alternatives based on special waste, type of ...

Scale Operator

Liberty, NC · On-site

$16 - $20.50/hr

The Scale Operator is responsible for accurately and efficiently monitoring and recording waste ... Accept or reject waste load based on content; suggest alternatives based on special waste, type of ...

Scale Operator

Elburn, IL · On-site

$15.75 - $20.25/hr

The Scale Operator serves as the first point of contact for drivers and customers entering or ... Knowledge of material types and recycling/waste processes preferred. * Ability to maintain ...

Scale Operator

Berwyn, IL · On-site

$16.25 - $20.75/hr

The Scale Operator (M-F, 1:30pm - 10:00pm, every other Saturday from 5:00am - 1:30pm) serves as the ... Knowledge of material types and recycling/waste processes preferred. * Ability to maintain ...

Scale Operator

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$16.25 - $20.75/hr

Document the waste entering the facility, utilizing truck scales and computer systems; track total ... greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational ...

Scale Operator

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$16.25 - $20.75/hr

Document the waste entering the facility, utilizing truck scales and computer systems; track total ... greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational ...

Scale Operator

Philadelphia, PA

$16.25 - $20.75/hr

Document the waste entering the facility, utilizing truck scales and computer systems; track total ... greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational ...

Scale Operator

Nelsonville, OH · On-site

$13 - $16.50/hr

Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and ... The Scale Operator is responsible for accurately operating scales and related computer systems to ...

Scale Operator

Newport, VT · On-site

$22/hr

The Scale Operator, the face of the facility, is responsible for weighing inbound and outbound materials at the facility, processing outbound Bill of Ladings and ensuring that material is being ...

Scale Operator

Newport, VT · On-site

$22/hr

Position Summary The Scale Operator, the face of the facility, is responsible for weighing inbound and outbound materials at the facility, processing outbound Bill of Ladings and ensuring that ...

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Solid Waste Scale Operator

Asheville, NC

Buncombe County
Public Administration • 1 - 5K employees

$17.17 - $20.67/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

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Job description

This job posting expires at 11:59PM onSeptember 23, 2026.No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM onSeptember 23, 2026.Job Title:Solid Waste Scale OperatorDepartment:Solid WasteExternal Hiring Range:$17.17-$20.67Compensation Grade:2001Posted Internally and Externally

The Buncombe County Solid Waste Department is hiring for a Scale Operator. This position will be responsible for duties such as providing customer service, weighing vehicles delivering waste to the Buncombe County Landfill or Transfer Station, and recording pertinent data associated with this process.

This position will primarily report to the transfer station Scalehouse at 190 Hominy Creek Rd, Asheville, NC 28806 and may also report to the landfill Scalehouse at 85 Panther Branch Rd, Alexander, NC 28701 as needed.

This position reports to the Solid Waste Scale Supervisor and works as part of a team of three. The role requires 40 hours per week within the solid waste department, with overtime (paid at time and a half) and mandatory Saturday work. There is flexibility in scheduling during the regular workweek. The position may also involve extended periods of standing outside, especially during high-traffic times. Key responsibilities include interacting with customers, handling cash transactions, and processing card payments efficiently and accurately.

Purpose of the Position:

The purpose of this position is to provide customer service and carry out tasks related to weighing vehicles delivering waste to the landfill or transfer station, including recording pertinent data associated with this process.

Essential Functions of the Position:

  • Weigh trucks, read scales, record pertinent information, and direct traffic at the landfill or transfer station.

  • Responsible for initial waste screening to ensure illegal/prohibited items are not accepted.

  • Fills outweigh ticket on each vehicle and records information to applicable account.

  • Compute bills, issue receipts, record amount received, and reconcile banking statement.

  • Collect tipping fees and make bank deposits.

  • Review and verify records and reports to ensure that required information is provided and is correct.

  • Compute a variety of arithmetic calculations using a calculator or computer.

  • Provide information to patrons concerning dumping fees and locations.

  • Perform custodial duties to clean and maintain scale house.

  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Education, Training and/or Experience (required at time of hire): High School or equivalent; Minimum of one (1) year experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Training and Experience: SWANA Operator training required within first twelve months of hire.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation: Possession of a valid State issued driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Abilities:

  • Knowledge of the operation of a solid waste scale and the associated peripheral equipment used in weighing and recording weights of vehicles delivering waste to the landfill.

  • Knowledge of pertinent ordinances, policies, and procedures associated with waste disposal.

  • Knowledge of basic clerical and bookkeeping principles.

  • Ability to accurately read scales and record data.

  • Ability to prepare clear and concise reports from recorded data.

  • Ability to screen communications and, based on content, handle independently or route to proper source.

Buncombe County Government realizes the importance of a diverse professional workforce and the need to foster a responsive and innovative organizational culture, one that fully engages all of our employees, honoring and building on each employee's unique experiences, opinions, and perspective.

It is the policy of Buncombe County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, natural hair or hairstyles, ethnicity, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, marital or familial status, pregnancy, veteran status, religious belief or non-belief, age, or disability or any other legally protected class under federal or NC State law. EEO practices and employment decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion and compensation shall not be based on any of these protected classes. In addition, the County expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment or discrimination.


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