Scale Operator

About the role

This position is in the Sanitation department and located at the Landfill.

Essential Functions

• Performs operating sequences to receive and exit vehicles through incoming and outgoing scales;
• Assists in checking all components of the weigh scale system to ascertain all are in working order;
• Maintains a control environment in scale house to ensure proper operation of the computerized scale system;
• Affords assistance in performing key starting instructions on command printer as necessary;
• Operates traffic control devices to allow vehicles to proceed to tipping area and exit from facility;
• Issues receipts to vehicle driver and collects tickets;
• Performs routine office and clerical work;
• Answers phone, records messages and provides routine information;
• Uses computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, word processing, and calendar, e-mail and database software in performing work assignments.

Supervisory Duties

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff;
• Trains and supervises volunteers;
• Develops and oversees work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control;
• Compiles and reviews program records;
• Approves/processes team member concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate;
• Assists with employee performance appraisals;
• Directs work;
• Acts as a liaison between employees and management;
• Trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required;
• Two years of previous work experience involving clerical/office administration duties;
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job;
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.

About Us

At DeKalb County Government, we enable career success by providing opportunities to thrive! Our culture is rooted in principles of collaboration, teamwork, and achievements. We foster a diversified and inclusive workforce, embracing a shared set of core values based on character, competitive spirit, relationships, and giving back to the communities where we live and work. This foundation is how we help turn jobs into careers.