Scale House Operator

Job Title: Scale House Operator 

SOC code: 43-5111           

FLSA Classification: Non- Exempt

Department/Location: Remote, AK

Reports to: Project Manager

Status: Full Time, Temporary, Duration 3 months       

EEO-1: Administrative Support

Schedule:

Normal work schedules are 12-hour days for 7 days a week. Days and hours vary based on project schedules, locations and workload. Mandatory overtime based on seasonal workload and remote work settings.

Summary:

Responsible for weighing trucks and ensuring that customer trucks (internal and external) do not leave the yard improperly loaded (no overweight loads).

Essential Functions:

Weigh trucks and verify that loads meet weight requirements.

Ensure customer trucks (internal and external) do not leave the yard overweight.

Send transaction registers and ticket copies to the main office on a daily basis.

Record truck tare weights (empty weight) on a weekly basis.

Answer phones and take accurate messages in the absence of others.

Monitor ticket and supply levels to ensure adequate stock is maintained.

Consolidate and sign off on fuel truck deliveries for pit operations.

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and co-workers.

Maintain cleanliness of the scale house.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and preferably can also perform other tasks satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. 

Education and/or Experience:

Minimum:

A valid driver license

Previous scale experience

 Preferred:

2 years prior work experience

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

The ability to positively and professionally represent the company to stakeholders, customers, regulatory agencies and the public.

The ability to understand and effectively communicate verbally with others.

The ability to speak clearly so others can understand.

The ability to respond effectively to inquiries or complaints.

The ability to travel frequently to remote project sites and stay up to several weeks at a time.

Some knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions.

Ability to see written and computerized data and information.

Ability to work with written and computerized data and information.

Ability to communicate information in writing so others will understand.

Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally with others.

Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team.

Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.

Physical Demands

The physical demands listed below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Frequency is defined as follows:

NP = Not Present

Rare = 1–10% of the workday

Occasional = 11–33% of the workday

Frequent = 34–66% of the workday

Constant = 67–100% of the workday

Activity Requirements

Sitting – Frequent

Standing – Frequent

Walking – Frequent

Reaching (Overhead, Straight Ahead, Downward) – Frequent

Bending/Stooping – Frequent

Crouching – Frequent

Kneeling – Frequent

Crawling – Frequent

Climbing (onto equipment) – Frequent

Twisting (including wrist) – Frequent

Handling – Frequent

Finger Dexterity– Constant

Feeling – Occasionally

Talking – Frequent

Hearing – Frequent

Balancing – Occasionally

Operating Foot Controls – Occasionally

Lifting/Carrying/Pushing/Pulling Requirements

Frequent: Up to 10 lbs.

Occasional: Up to 10 lbs.

Working Conditions:

Environmental Conditions & Inherent Hazards:

Weather Exposure: Work may involve exposure to inclement weather, including rain, snow, ice, and arctic temperatures is rare.

Heat: Extreme heat is not typically present.

Noise: Frequent exposure to noise from equipment.

Vibration: Occasional exposure to normal equipment vibration.

Atmospheric Conditions: Possible exposure to diesel fumes, dust, and other airborne particles.

Hazards:

Moving Mechanical Parts: Exposure to engine components, drive trains/tracks, and other mechanical parts.

Electrical: Rare exposure to electric shock from generator sets and other site equipment.

Work at Heights: Rarely required to work at heights.

Fuel & Chemicals: Rare exposure to diesel fuel, petroleum distillates, and related hazards.

General Construction Hazards: Must remain aware of potential risks associated with heavy equipment and construction environments.

EEO Statement:

Cruz Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, other protected activities, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. This employer participates in E-Verify. Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.