Scale Attendant Soil Receiving
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Job Summary
R.W. Tomlinson is seeking a Scale Attendant to support the controlled receiving of excess soil in full compliance with the Ontario Excess Soil Regulation (O. Reg. 406/19) and applicable site-specific acceptance criteria.
The successful candidate willbe responsible foroperatingthe scale using APEXsoftware verifying that all regulatory and site soil receiving requirements are satisfied prior to acceptance and directing haul drivers to theappropriate designateddeposit areas within the site.
Location: 7720 Springhill Road Ottawa ON (Springhill Landfill)
Vacancy Type: New
Employment Type:Full Time
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Scale Operations & Documentation
- Operate truck scales using APEX scale software to accurately record incoming loads.
- Capture and verify load information including vehicle details material type volume/weight source site information and documentation references.
- Maintain complete accurate and organized scale records in accordance with regulatory and site requirements.
Excess Soil Compliance
- Confirm that incoming soil loads meet Ontario Excess Soil Regulation requirements prior to acceptance.
- Verify excess soil tracking documentation source site identification and site-specific acceptance criteria.
- Refuse non-compliant loads and follow established escalation procedures.
- Communicate compliance issues promptly to site supervision or management.
Site Coordination & Traffic Control
- Direct drivers to designated soil deposit areas in accordance with site plans and operational needs.
- Coordinate with site staff to ensure proper placement and safe truck movements.
Communication & Administration
- Communicate professionally with drivers site staff and supervisors.
- Assist with audits inspections and regulatory inquiries related to excess soil receiving.
- Follow all health safety and environmental policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- Experience as a scale attendant weighmaster or similar role in a regulated environment.
- Working knowledge of Ontario Excess Soil Regulation (O. Reg. 406/19).
- Experience using APEX scale software or similar systems.
- Strong attention to detail and compliance-focused decision-making.
- Effective communication skills and basic computer proficiency.
Preferred
- Experience at an excess soil reuse landfill or regulated soil receiving site.
- Familiarity with environmental compliance and soil acceptance criteria.
- Knowledge of health and safety requirements in industrial or construction environments.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Work primarily in a scale house environment.
- Regular interaction with truck drivers and site operations staff.
- Exposure to an active industrial site with vehicle and equipment traffic.
- Shift work and hours may change based on project requirements.
COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The expected salary range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00 hourly. Placement within the range is dependent on a variety of factors including qualifications and experience.
TOMLINSON OFFERS:
- Competitive wages
- Bonus programs
- Employer paid health and dental benefits
- Extensive training programs and tuition reimbursement
- Retirement benefits program
- Family-oriented team environment
- Employee discounts and other rewards program
The Tomlinson Group of Companies encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Please contact Human Resources if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation are committed to leveraging the latest technology to enhance our recruitment process. We may use AI tools in the screening and selection of candidates to efficiently and fairly assess all applicants. A Recruiter will review all results generated by AI. If you have any questions please contact our HR department.
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