Employment

Scale House Operator

The Jones County Transfer Station is seeking a scale operator to provide customer service, screen loads, weigh vehicles, process transactions, and maintain records. Applicants must have excellent communication skills and the ability to use a computer and learn new software.

The scale operator position is part-time with the opportunity to become full-time. Starting pay is $17 to $20 per hour depending on experience. Employees participate in the Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS). See the job description for more information.

You can submit an application in person at the transfer station (Click here to download application) or email it to the director at landfill@jonescountyiowa.gov.

Disclaimer: Employees of the Jones County Transfer Station are not employees of Jones County. The transfer station is owned and operated by the Jones County Solid Waste Management Commission, which is a separate organization managed by a commission with representatives from cities and the county.

The Jones County Solid Waste Management Commission is responsible for solid waste management in Jones County. The Commission operates a permitted solid waste transfer station and provides recycling programs and household hazardous materials collection for Jones County residents. In compliance with regulations, the Commission manages a closed landfill site.

The scale operator supports transfer station operations by providing customer service, screening loads, weighing vehicles, processing transactions, and recordkeeping. As the first and last point of contact at the transfer station, the scale house operator helps manage the flow of incoming and outgoing vehicles to maintain efficient operations.
The transfer station is open to the public 8 AM to 3 PM on weekdays, Monday through Friday, and 9 AM to 2 PM on Saturdays. The scale operator will typically work up to 29 hours per week, including weekdays and Saturdays. This position reports to the Operations Manager.