Scale Operator

Whatever you do, you'll make a difference at Lafarge Canada. Because we know that your passion and curiosity are the natural resources the world needs. Thanks to our teams' energy, commitment and ideas, we are reinventing how the world builds to make Canada greener and smarter for all. Scale Operator Requisition ID: 5971 Location: West Kelowna, British Columbia, CA, V1Z 2L6 Pay Type: Hourly WHO IS LAFARGE? As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 7,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products. WHO ARE LAFARGE PEOPLE? Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues. Overview Westlake Paving & Aggregates, a division of Lafarge Canada Inc., operating in the Okanagan Valley is currently seeking an experienced full-time seasonal Scale Operator. The Scale Operator carries out the day to day scale operations and requirements and our aggregate depot. You will be tasked with scaling trucks, data entry, and top notch customer service. Previous scaling/aggregate based experience is a plus, but we will provide on the job training. Westlake Paving & Aggregates has established itself as a trusted provider of paving solutions, catering to the diverse needs of residential, commercial, and municipal clients. Westlake Paving is a Union company that offers employee benefits and competitive wages. We offer a safe work environment, on the job training, up to date well-kept equipment and room for advancement. These positions are based out of our Kelowna location and work sites are throughout the Central Okanagan. Responsibilities Customer Service

• Greet and help customers/truck drivers as they come through scale
• Process all credit/debit card payments accurately and quickly
• Offer a base knowledge of products in the yard

Results / Accountabilities

• Scale (weigh) trucks for tare or sale purposes, ensuring legal compliance
• Operate one, or more scale as necessary
• Accurately enter truck, customer, product and job information
• Direct truck movement into the pit, and provide key information to loader
• Complete relevant ticket, and sale tracking reports
• Manage day to day paperwork, and stock of scale house
• Maintain general cleanliness of scale house
• Other tasks and duties as assigned by manager

Qualifications

• Grade 12, or equivalent knowledge & skills
• Computer savvy, experience with MS Word & Excel a plus
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong multitasking, and problem solving abilities
• Reliable transportation
• Able to sit/stand for 10+ hours/ day
• Experience scaling or in aggregate industry considered a plus

Compensation

• $23.50/hr
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP
• Vision care

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required. Your Lafarge Experience At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.