Scale Operator

Sandhill Equipment Corp (SEC) is the full-service heavy civil general contracting division of Arthon’s group of companies which includes Sandhill Materials Inc (SMI), and Arthon Constructors Corp (ACC). The success of Arthon’s group of companies is derived from our dedicated team members & leadership team, extensive equipment fleet, & rigorous Health & Safety program. Sandhill has extensive experience in mining, heavy civil construction, drilling & blasting, aggregate production, road building, & more.

Arthon is looking for a Scale Operator for a project at the Sandhill Quarry in Kitimat, BC.

The Scale Operator can expect to work 10-hour days as per the rotation schedule. Schedule is to be determined upon hiring and may change depending on project needs.

Sandhill offers a competitive benefits package and fair compensation as well as RRSP matching. Overtime pay and living out allowance (LOA) are provided. This is a contract term, full-time position, starting as soon as possible.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Completion of secondary school
- First Aid certification
- Previous experience running a scale
- Beginner level knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
- Continuous process improvement attitude
- Organized, adaptable and detail oriented with strong multi-tasking and problem-solving skills
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Capable of handling a large workload

**ASSETS**
- Construction background
- Experience with Explorer Contract Manager (aka Eclipse) accounting software
- Experience with project and job costing
- Experience with aggregates

**RESPONSIBILITIES**

1) Scale Operation - Answer customer inquiries, quote prices, and assist customers in viewing product, guesstimating amounts, and obtaining delivery services, if required. Issue scale tickets (invoices) to weighed loads at scale upon departure. Handle cash and credit card transactions. Enter transactions into Explorer Contract Manager and/or Eclipse software. Maintain cleanliness and appearance of the scale office.

2) Standard Corporate Responsibilities - Maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Maintain the stability and reputation of the organization by complying with legal and waste management requirements. Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish the job results. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies. Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Be conversant with relevant sections of the HSE Program. Understand WorkSafeBC acts and regulations, as well as the Health, Safety and Reclamation Code for Mines in BC.

**Salary**: $22.00-$30.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certificate (preferred)

Work Location: In person