What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant / Scale Clerk position at BlackRock Recycling?
Job Summary
BlackRock Recycling is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Office Administrator / Scale Operator to join our team. This role is the front-line of our scrap yard operation, responsible for running the truck scale, handling tickets, and providing essential administrative support. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, customer-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, industrial environment.
Responsibilities
- Operate the truck scale system to weigh incoming and outgoing loads; issue tickets accurately.
- Greet customers, drivers, and vendors in a professional and friendly manner.
- Answer and direct phone calls; respond to customer inquiries promptly.
- Enter load details, weights, and transactions into the computer system (QuickBooks, Excel, or similar).
- Maintain accurate records of daily yard activity, including cash transactions and tickets.
- Prepare invoices, assist with accounts receivable/payable, and support bookkeeping tasks.
- File and organize documents, tickets, and receipts for easy retrieval.
- Assist management with scheduling, reporting, and general office coordination.
- Support compliance by maintaining accurate paperwork and following company policies.
- Handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism.
Qualifications & Experience
- Prior experience in an administrative, office, or scale operator role is preferred.
- Background in recycling, scrap, logistics, or trucking industries is a strong plus.
- Strong computer skills, especially Microsoft Excel, Word, and Google Workspace.
- Experience with QuickBooks or other accounting software is helpful.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to multitask and stay organized in a busy yard environment.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus for working with diverse customers and drivers.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Steady, full-time hours.
- Opportunity to work in a growing, team-oriented recycling company.
- On-the-job training for scale system and scrap yard procedures.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18