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Temporary Scale Attendant

The Scale Attendant is responsible for operating the weigh-station scale and accurately entering data into the computer system. They must also communicate with drivers to identify materials and direct trucks to the appropriate site locations.

  • On-site
  • Chatham-Kent, ON
  • Posted Aug 14, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

Why Choose Us: We are Waste Connections of Canada, an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. We’re proud to be a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. One where self-directed, empowered employees have our trust and full support to realize their potential as they strive to make a bigger and better impact on their communities and careers every day. As a Scale Attendant with us the minimum responsibilities are: Operate the weigh-station scale (Operating hours from Monday to Friday 7:30am-4:30pm, Saturdays as required) Entering appropriate data accurately into our computer system Communicate with drivers, through speaker system, to determine type of material being dumped, etc. Directing trucks to the appropriate location on site Processing payment from customers, as needed, and issuing scale tickets Other job-related duties as needed What We Need From You: Proficient in data entry with strong attention to detail Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Willingness to work overtime as required by business needs (occasional Saturday work from 7:30AM to 1:30PM) Must be able to remain seated for extended periods Must be able to pass all pre-employment verifications What You’ll Get From Us: Competitive Wages: $24.00/h Retirement Plan with company match; let us help you save for your future Benefits; Medical, Dental, Vision Perks, perks, perks! Employee Assistance Program, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Waste Connections of Canada may use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants for its positions but final hiring decisions are made with human oversight. Waste Connections of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions (including but not limited to hiring) are made without regard to characteristics protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance.

What you’ll do

The Scale Attendant is responsible for operating the weigh-station scale and accurately entering data into the computer system. They must also communicate with drivers to identify materials and direct trucks to the appropriate site locations.

Requirements

Candidates must be proficient in data entry and possess a solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Strong communication skills and the ability to remain seated for extended periods are required for this role.

Benefits

• Retirement plan • Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Employee assistance program • Scholarship opportunities • Employee stock purchase plan • Life insurance • Short term disability insurance • Long term disability insurance

Listed skills

  • Attention to detailPreferred
  • Microsoft ExcelPreferred
  • CommunicationPreferred
  • Data entryPreferred
  • Microsoft WordPreferred
  • Microsoft OutlookPreferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Data entry
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Communication
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Weigh-station operation
  • Self-Discipline
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Data Entry
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Interpersonal Communications
  • Waste Collection
  • Detail Oriented

Job areas

  • Logistics
  • Administrative
  • Environmental & Sustainability
  • Customer Service & Support
  • Manufacturing
  • Scale Attendant
  • Fuel Service Attendant
  • Service Station Attendants
  • Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants

Additional details

Minimum experience
0+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week