Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Gate Attendant/Scale Operator
Monitor waste volumes, bill customers, collect payments, operate scales, record data.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Gate Attendant/Scale Operator is responsible for accurately monitoring and recording waste volumes entering the post‑collection site and collecting appropriate usage fees from customers. This role ensures that waste is billed correctly and that all transactions are documented. Key duties include determining the content of incoming material to generate customer invoices, accepting or rejecting loads based on waste type and suggesting alternatives when needed, and receiving payments while providing receipts. The attendant balances daily receipts, deposits them securely, and records waste volumes using truck scales and computer systems. They also notify operations of special or hazardous loads, process required paperwork, answer telephone inquiries, and maintain a clean work area. Additional tasks may be assigned as required. • Determine waste content for accurate billing and accept or reject loads as needed • Collect payments, issue receipts, and balance daily cash receipts • Record waste volumes using truck scales and computer systems • Notify operations of special or hazardous loads and complete required paperwork • Answer telephone calls and provide general information to callers • Maintain cleanliness of the work area
Key Responsibilities
- ▸scale recording
- ▸invoice billing
- ▸payment collection
- ▸hazard notification
- ▸call handling
- ▸site cleanliness
What You Bring
Applicants should have prior experience handling cash and balancing receipts, as well as familiarity with computers and various software programs. The position offers a pay range of $18.05 to $24.80 per hour, dependent on local jurisdiction minimum wages. Compensation may include additional bonus plans where applicable. • Experience handling cash and balancing receipts • Proficient with computers and various software programs
Requirements
- ▸cash handling
- ▸receipt balancing
- ▸computer skills
- ▸software proficiency
Benefits
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage • Health care and dependent care spending accounts • Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment coverage • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) • Employee discount programs • 401(k) plan with company match • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) • Paid Time Off (PTO)
Work Environment
Onsite