Weighmaster
Listed on 2026-11-05
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Administrative/Clerical
Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Data Entry
Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY The Weighmaster is responsible for the accurate weighing of on-highway trucks and internal equipment, ensuring that all outbound loads comply with legal weight limits and customer specifications. Operating from the scale house, this role serves as a critical liaison between the sales, production, and transportation teams. This position is for a ‘floating’ weighmaster to support the Bay Area operations to cover various weigh masters when they go on vacation or if there are weekend projects.
The position will be based in Sunol, but sites serviced include Oakland, San Francisco, Berkeley and Concord. When not being utilized as a weighmaster, the candidate will support local managers with clerical and administrative duties. The ideal candidate possesses a sharp eye for detail, a strong commitment to safety and the ability to maintain professional composure during peak dispatch hours.
You are responsible for ensuring that every ton of material leaving the site is accounted for, billed correctly, and transported safely.
- Operate electronic scales to determine gross, tare, and net weights for outbound aggregate shipments.
- Input customer data, project codes, and material types into the ticketing system with 100% accuracy.
- Monitor truck weights to ensure compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) bridge laws and gross vehicle weight ratings.
- Issue legal weigh tickets and maintain organized records of all daily transactions, including voided tickets and cash sales.
- Manage the flow of traffic on and off the scale, using CB radios or intercom systems to direct drivers to the correct stockpiles or loading areas.
- Coordinate with Loader Operators to ensure trucks are loaded with the correct material and to report any loading discrepancies.
- Address driver inquiries and resolve issues regarding orders or weight discrepancies professionally and efficiently.
- Answer phones and respond to customer inquiries.
- Ensure all incoming drivers are aware of site safety protocols, including PPE requirements and traffic patterns.
- Monitor the scale area for debris, spills, or mechanical issues that could pose a safety risk.
- Maintain a clean and orderly scale house in compliance with Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) standards.
- Manage credit card transactions, ensuring daily deposits match system reports.
- Generate daily and weekly production and sales reports for plant management and the corporate accounting office.
- Assist Plant, Mobile or Office Managers with administrative and clerical support as needed. This includes data entry, helping organize events and meetings, maintain equipment records and other similar tasks.
High school diploma/GED. On the job training will be provided.
Work Experience1+ years of experience in Mining/Construction, or in an Office environment. Must have knowledge of MS Office products and be comfortable using various computer systems.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Ability to follow safety compliance rules, regulations and company policies
- Technical & administrative aptitude (proprietary weighing software)
- Data entry precision
- Effective communication (written and spoken)
- Well Organized
- Good time management
Physical Requirements:
Valid Drivers License and reliable vehicle, as candidate will be required to work at various locations in the Bay Area (Mileage reimbursed). The ability to have flexible working hours including early start times and occasional weekend or night work. You must be able to sit at a computer terminal for extended periods to manage high-volume truck traffic. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
May be required to bend, stoop, climb, and reach.
Working Conditions:
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