Landfill Scale Operator

General Information

Work Location: 3333 Lena Rd, Bradenton, Florida 34210

Work Hours: Wednesday - Saturday, 7:30am - 6:00pm

Expected Starting Hourly Range : $18.40 - $23.00

**Position will not be filled PRIOR to 5/31/2025**

This classification performs routine work in the operation of scales and related equipment at a County landfill. Work involves responsibility for the operation of scales and related equipment in weighing and recording the weight of solid waste brought to the landfill in trucks by contract trash collectors and private citizens. Work includes preparing and maintaining daily records.

Working Conditions

Outdoor and Office environment; high noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting equipment up to 25 lbs. alone; up to 75 lbs. with assistance. Ability to stand for extended periods of time.

Job Description

Essential Functions

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Weighs vehicles by means of an electronic scale connected to a computer to determine the weight of solid waste brought to the landfill for disposal.

Receives payments or makes charge entry in computer; correctly counts money, maintains petty cash fund and makes accurate mathematical computations.

Makes daily bank deposits and prepares daily and monthly reports.

Makes appropriate decisions of applicable policies, rules, procedures, regulations, rates, hours of operations and the customer information computer systems, effectively executes all intermediate skills associated with customer service, including, but not limited to, answering and effectively satisfying all customer requests, inquiries and complaints.

Estimates cubic yardage of waste in case of computer or scale breakdown.

Performs daily sight inspection and cleaning of the scales.

Works efficiently and tactfully in a demanding, high stress environment to answer and effectively satisfy assigned inquiries and complaints.

Prepares and communicates information clearly, effectively and tactfully, orally and in writing; establishes and maintains effective working relationships with colleagues, other County departments, other agencies, and the public.

Provides support and informal training in the operations of both the Scalehouse to other team members, when requested.

Order and process daily operating needs for the Scalehouse.

Reports and travels to various work locations.

Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required.

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduate/equivalent.

Minimum three (3) years clerical customer service-oriented experience.

Minimum of two (2) years cashiering experience.

Valid driver's license, with valid Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to learn landfill fees in relation to materials brought to the landfill.

Ability to operate an electronic weighting scale and computer console.

Ability to make routine arithmetical computations and tabulations accurately and to prepare routine reports.

Ability to sit or stand at a workstation utilizing a personal computer and maintaining concentration for sporadic periods of time.

Skill in computer operations, including pertinent software applications and a specialized Customer Service system.

Veterans Preference

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families.

EEO/ADA Statement

Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at x 3865.

Drug-Free Workplace

Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.