About the role
Pay: $18.00 to $20.00 per hour
Description
About Us
Harmon Scrap Metal is a fast-paced scrap yard focused on efficiency, safety, and treating people right. We work hard, move a lot of material, and rely on our team to keep things running smoothly every day.
Position Overview
The Scale Clerk is the first and last point of contact for our customers and drivers. You’ll be responsible for weighing trucks, entering tickets accurately, and keeping traffic flowing in and out of the yard. This is a detail-oriented job in a busy environment where things move quickly—accuracy matters.
What You’ll Do
Weigh all inbound and outbound loads using the scale system
Enter customer info, material types, and weights into the system accurately
Print and process scale tickets and receipts
Direct drivers where to go and keep traffic moving safely
Communicate with yard operators and office staff throughout the day
Answer phones and help customers at the scale window
Handle cash or payments (if assigned) and balance transactions
Keep paperwork organized and up to date
Watch for discrepancies in loads or tickets and report issues
Follow all safety rules and company procedures
Requirements
What We’re Looking For
Reliable and shows up on time—this role is critical to daily operations
Strong attention to detail (small mistakes can cost money)
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, sometimes hectic environment
Basic computer skills and ability to learn our scale software
Good communication skills—you’ll deal with drivers, customers, and the yard crew all day
Previous scale house, trucking, or scrap yard experience is a plus, but not required
Work Environment
You’ll be working in a scale house with constant traffic
Expect noise, dust, and a lot of movement around you
This is not a quiet office job—things can get busy fast
Schedule
Full-time position
Monday - Saturday
Why Work Here
Steady, hands-on work in an essential industry
Tight-knit team that depends on each other
Opportunity to learn the scrap business from the ground up
Pay & Benefits
Benefits available