Job description

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS

TITLE: SCALES ATTENDANT

DESCRIPTION:The primary focus of this position is to serve as the first impression to our customers in handling both inbound and outbound scales transactions. Other duties include editing all scales information prior to being released, and to ensure proper handling of both inbound as well as outbound truck activity, including the training of backup support.

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Completes all scales transactions, recording and inputting information on appropriate documents / systems

* Reviews all outbound documents ensuring their completeness before providing to driver and releasing shipment

* Dispatches all inbound loads to appropriate site locations for proper handling

* Collects fees for outside sawdust, bark, firewood and other miscellaneous purchases and provides funds to sales

* Supports word processing needs for others

* Establish and maintain daily communication log book for tracking information needed to be discussed with support staff at scales

* Answer incoming telephone calls and direct to the appropriate recipient

JOB SKILLS

* Accurate input of data with emphasis on accuracy not speed

* Legible handwriting

* Ability to follow through on work assignments

* PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

· Pleasant “telephone voice”

· Courteous reception of visitors

· Professional appearance

· Prompt arrival and regular attendance at work

· Pleasant and cooperative attitude with co-workers

SAFETY

Housekeeping:

* Held accountable for the housekeeping in and surrounding the assigned work locations

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Years of Experience: entry level position, requiring well developed computer skills in MS WORD, EXCEL and proven competencies in multi-line switch boards

Education: High School - or experience providing skills suitable for this position

Note: This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person