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The Scale Operator is responsible for accurately scaling all trucks entering and exiting the landfill or transfer station while providing efficient, courteous service to both internal and external customers. This role supports the daily operations of the facility through accurate data entry, reporting, and communication with operations and management teams. Key Responsibilities Weigh in and weigh out all trucks entering or leaving the landfill or transfer station. Set up new trucks in the system and issue truck permits. Provide accurate information for customer billing and prepare reports for customers and management. Verify the accuracy of hauls and disposal for third-party hauling payments. Act as site buyer recording, tracking, uploaded invoices and generating purchase orders when required. Communicate any relevant community information to landfill management. Test scales daily to ensure accuracy. Ensure waste is disposed of in designated areas and maintain accurate grid reports. Complete assigned environmental compliance tasks accurately and on time. Requirements High School Diploma or GED equivalent. One (1) to three (3) months of related experience and/or training. Previous customer service experience preferred. Strong computer application skills Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong mathematical skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Ability to calculate rates, ratios, and percentages and interpret basic graphs. Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills. Proficient in basic computer applications and data entry. Physical and Mental Demands Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, use hands and fingers, talk, and hear. Visual acuity required for close and distance work. Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds. Working Conditions Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, and airborne particles. Moderate to loud noise levels typical of material recovery station environments. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com Current GFL Employees If you are an existing GFL employee and would like to search and apply to current job openings, please visit the internal GFL Jobs Hub. At the heart of GFL lies our greatest asset—our people. So, we're glad you landed here! We believe in great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting our people with their life ambitions. We aspire to create the right jobs in a way that brings you along with us. At GFL, growth isn’t just for our business—it’s for our people. Because we see the potential in all our employees to do whatever it is they set their mind to, and we’re proud to support them in that journey. We consider our employees’ personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desire—whether it’s advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions. With safety and sustainability at the core of what we do, we all come together to form “Team Green”—united by our shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life. We’re proud to say that working for GFL is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously along the way. Regardless of the work we’re doing today, we’ve got our sights set on the big picture—not just tomorrow, but for life. GFL empowers those looking for growth in their career and lives, whether that's on our Field Operations teams or Professional Services teams. Field Operations – Our Field positions offer candidates across North America the potential for limitless growth and skill expansion as the front line of our organization, making them central to our company's vision of creating cleaner and more sustainable communities. Professional Services – Our Corporate positions located in key North American offices grow candidates to form strong client relations, manage key programs and accounts, and ensure our Field teams are operating at maximum efficiency.