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Scale Clerk

Mervis Recycling
Danville, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/15/2026

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: The employee in this position will weigh and inspect all incoming vehicles. In addition, the job will require the dispatching of trucks for local pick-ups as well as local and long distance deliveries. This employee reports directly to the Manager.

JOB DUTIES:

1. Inspect & weigh all incoming traffic

a. All off-specification material will be handled according to the material receiving and shipping policies

2. Inspect all outgoing scrap

a. All off-specification material will be handled according to the material receiving and shipping policies

3. Perform general clerical duties such as filing, record-keeping, and typing are completed in an accurate and professional manner

CLERICAL DUTIES:

1. Cash disbursements –

§ All transactions are properly and accurately recorded

§ All transactions are properly and accurately disbursed

§ The cashier reconciliation is accurate and complete at each daily closing

2. Opening and closing of the scale

§ The scale system must be brought online and closed successfully and on-time each day

§ Scale activity is conducted in a courteous, professional and expeditious manner with minimal disruption to the flow of traffic through the facility

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

1 Able to pass a Background and Credit check

2. Unblemished work and attendance record

3. High School diploma or equivalent with additional training

4. The ability to work together with other employees as a team

5. The ability and willingness to learn new skills

6. Honesty, integrity, and trustworthiness

SPECIFIC SKILLS

1. Good communication skills

2. Good math skills

3. Basic computer literacy in Microsoft Excel

4. The ability to work accurately in a stressful situation

5. Self-starter

EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

1. Scrap purchasing experience is desired

2. Retail experience a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Are you able to pass a background and credit?

Experience:

  • Cash handling: 1 year (Required)
  • Microsoft Office: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20

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