Scale Operator

**Location:**1351 Bloomington Road, Richmond Hill, Ontario

**Position Type:**Contract Full-Time (April to December)

**Reporting To:**Facilities Manager

**Start Date:**Immediately

**Hours:**Monday to Friday, 12:00pm-6:00pm with alternating Saturdays from 7:00am-3:00pm

Compensation:$19.50 per hour

About Miller Waste Systems: Miller Waste Systems Inc. has been in operation since 1961. As a proudly Canadian, privately owned and operated Waste Company, Miller Waste is a leader in waste management and diversion, providing governments and industries with a wide range of services in the province of Ontario, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Manitoba, and currently operates out of more than 30 locations.

Our people are our number one asset and together we are working towards achieving our vision to be the most trusted, most operationally excellent integrated waste provider in North America.

Join us and become a part of the Miller Waste team and be a part of something great, where you can make a difference.

Summary: The Scale Operator at Miller Waste Systems is responsible for the safe and efficient weighing of vehicles, accurate ticket creation, and cash transactions. This role supports public health by ensuring timely service, adherence to safety and environmental regulations, and respectful interaction with the community.

Responsibilities: In the position of Scale Operator your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Must adhere to Miller Waste Systems safety protocols and must be familiar with Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• The weighing of vehicles IN and OUT at a reasonable pace to ensure accuracy of tickets and cash transactions.
• Perform visual inspections of loads at the scale for contamination purposes and direct traffic to the appropriate drop-off locations.
• Process cash, debit, and credit card transactions (previous retail experience is preferred).
• Review all tickets, cash register, and Global Payments receipts to ensure accuracy.
• Assist with paperwork as required, answer telephone enquiries, take orders, and direct calls
• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Provide coverage for vacation or sick calls when required.
• Ensure you are aware of and always work within Miller Waste Systems’ safety guidelines.
• Liaise with supervisors, drivers, contractors, and staff in a professional and team-oriented manner.

Competencies & Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong organizational abilities
• Strong organizational and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) with strong PC-based systems knowledge and excellent keyboarding skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to outstanding customer service.
• Team player with safe working habits and a strong attendance record.
• Flexibility to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

**Posting closing date:**This posting will remain active until it has been filled.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. Artificial intelligence is not used in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.

We realize that you may not feel you have every qualification listed and that working to secure a career can be stressful. If you feel that you meet most of the company’s needs and that your passion for your work adds value to a growing company, we would still love to hear from you.

Miller Waste Systems is committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons.

We are committed to providing people with disabilities with equal opportunities and standards of goods and services and are fully compliant with applicable provincial Disabilities Acts.

Miller Waste Systems strives to be an employer of choice. As a proudly Canadian, privately owned and operated Waste Company we have over 65 years’ experience of providing quality service to all our customers. We have been successful in achieving this goal by providing a family and employee centric environment at all our locations. We provide industry leading work environment and compensation, benefits, and pension programs.