Scale House Cashier

Posting Details

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Posting Number

3999P

Position Title

Scale House Cashier

Department

Utilities

Job Code

01190

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Union Code/Affiliation

Unrepresented

Division

REFUSE

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this job is to operate the landfill scale house, produce landfill tickets, receive payments for services, and respond to customer inquiries.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities - The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description

Weighs vehicles entering and leaving landfill and collects appropriate fees.

Prepares daily reconciliation reports and deposits.

Performs general office administrative tasks.

Opens and closes scale house.

Assists customers and schedules grease and asbestos dumps.

Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Job has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others.

Human Collaboration and Job Impact - This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction

Work requires regular interaction involving exchange and receipt of information.

Interactions have significant impact on the organization in terms of time, money, or public/employee relations.

Fiscal Responsibility

Position has moderate fiscal responsibility.

May be responsible for managing division budget, billing, accounting of funds and/or handling and balancing of cash.

Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered

Education and Experience

High School diploma or equivalent.

1 to 3 years of related experience including cash-handling.

Licenses or Certifications

None.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position

Knowledge of:

Common business software applications such as Microsoft Office.

Basic arithmetic and computational operations.

General office practices and administrative procedures, records management and administration techniques and procedures.

Skill in:

Typing and/or data entry with minimal errors.

Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience.

Maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Organizing and managing time effectively.

Ability to:

Recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.

Multitask.

Handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.

Process and handle confidential information with discretion.

Handle financial transactions responsibility and ethically.

Provide high levels of effective customer service.

Regularly use a computer, software, phone and related office equipment.

Work extended hours as needed.

Focus on tasks.

Work Environment - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job

Work Environment:

Office or similar indoor environment - Frequently or Often

Outdoor environment - Sometimes

Street environment (near moving traffic) - Sometimes

Exposures:

Individuals who are hostile or irate - Sometimes

Individuals with known violent backgrounds - Sometimes

Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) - Sometimes

Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) - Sometimes

Communicable diseases - Sometimes

Fumes or airborne particles - Sometimes

Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances - Sometimes

Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction) - Sometimes

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This position involves occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards and outside work.

Incumbents may be required to exert up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Hours/Days

Tuesday 8-11

Wednesday 6:30-4:30

Thursday 6:30-4:30

Friday 6:30-4:30

Saturday 7:30-2:30

Starting Salary

$17.71/hr - $21.79/hr; Commensurate w/Training & Experience

Pay Grade

104

Number of Positions Available

1

Deadline to Apply

10/15/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

The City of Columbia is seeking a Scalehouse Cashier to join the team at the City's landfill. This position works in a conditioned space and is responsible for providing customer service to landfill users while ensuring accurate and efficient processing of transactions.

HOURS: Tuesday 8a-11p; Wednesday 6:30a-4:30p; Thursday 6:30a-4:30p;

Friday 6:30a-4:30p; Saturday 7:30a-2:30p

Notice to Applicants

Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874.CITY (2489)

TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING

The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program