Scales Operator
- Ottawa, ON, Canada
$20 to $25 CAD / hour · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $20 to $25 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 3–5 years’ experience in a scale house, dispatch, or administrative/logistics environment
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Location: Stittsville, ON
Position: Full-Time
About Us:
At CFT Recycling, we’re a locally owned leader in scrap metal recycling, dedicated to building a cleaner, greener future. Our team works together to provide exceptional recycling services while upholding the highest standards of safety, customer service, and operational excellence. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for motivated individuals to join us and make a meaningful impact in the recycling industry.
Position Overview:
We’re looking for an energetic, professional, and customer-focused individual to operate our Scale House at our Stittsville location. You’ll be the first point of contact for customers and drivers, ensuring every interaction reflects our high standard of service. The ideal candidate brings a mix of confidence, accuracy, and organization - someone who can handle fast-paced days with a smile.
The pay range for this position is $20-25 per hour depending on skills and experience
Key Responsibilities:
Greet drivers and manage weigh-in/weigh-out process
Accurately enter vehicle and material data into the system
Handle cash transactions and issue payment slips
Maintain accurate digital records using Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, etc.)
Answer and manage a high volume of inbound calls daily
Communicate clearly with internal teams and external customers
Keep the scale house clean, organized, and professional
Support other yard or office tasks as needed
Qualifications:
3–5 years’ experience in a scale house, dispatch, or administrative/logistics environment
Comfortable with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive)
Excellent attention to detail, communication, and organization
Professional, personable, and able to multitask in a busy environment
Dependable and safety-conscious team player
Interest or background in recycling or industrial operations is an asset
Reliable transportation is required, as the work location is not accessible by public transportation
Availability to work a rotational schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with every second Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Why Join CFT:
Group benefits (medical & dental)
Annual boot allowance
$250 hiring referral bonus for successful recommendations
Growth opportunities in a sustainability-driven company
Be part of a locally owned team that values hard work, respect, and results
We’re looking for someone with presence, professionalism, and pride - the kind of person who keeps the yard running smoothly and makes a great first impression for CFT every day.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Scales Operator manages the weigh-in and weigh-out process for vehicles while accurately entering data and handling cash transactions. They are responsible for maintaining digital records, managing inbound calls, and ensuring the scale house remains clean and professional.
Requirements
Candidates must have 3–5 years of experience in a scale house, dispatch, or administrative environment and be proficient in Google Workspace. Reliable transportation is required as the role is on-site and not accessible by public transit.
Skills
- Scale operation
- Customer service
- Data entry
- Cash handling
- Google Workspace
- Communication
- Multitasking
- Organization
- Attention to detail
- Logistics
- Dispatch
- Safety-conscious
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Annual boot allowance
- Hiring referral bonus
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Logistics
- Customer Service & Support
- Administrative
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Manufacturing
Keywords
- Scale House
- Scrap Metal Recycling
- Logistics
- Data Entry
- Google Workspace
- Customer Service
- Cash Handling
- Industrial Operations
- Sustainability
- Administrative
- Dispatch
- Safety
- Inventory Management