Truck Scale Services Clerk

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Date: Aug 26, 2026

Location: Petersburg, Virginia, US, 23803

Company: Gerdau

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At Gerdau, we are a global leader in steel manufacturing committed to safety, sustainability, and developing our people. We're looking for a detail-oriented, dependable professional to join our team as a Truck Scale Services Clerk supporting the safe and efficient movement of scrap materials through our facility.

What You'll Do

  • Serve as weighmaster for all inbound and outbound trucks, trailers, and railcars.
  • Process scale transactions and maintain accurate records, including truck weights, bills of lading, contracts, and shipping documents.
  • Monitor and respond to radiation detection equipment in accordance with company procedures.
  • Document and report radiation alarms and communicate with appropriate personnel when required.
  • Review railcar demurrage through NS and CSX systems and approve or dispute charges as needed.
  • Enter scale tickets and maintain accurate inventory and shipment records.
  • Assist with railcar ordering, scrap sales order communication, and loading coordination.
  • Visually inspect incoming scrap for grade and quality.
  • Provide support to drivers, answer phones, and communicate operational updates via email, radio, and phone.
  • Complete month-end tasks and support the Raw Materials Supervisor as needed.
  • Help ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and operational procedures.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • 1-3 years of manufacturing, industrial, logistics, or shipping/receiving experience preferred.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic computer systems.
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
  • Ability to analyze information, solve problems, and follow established procedures.
  • Ability to work in a very fast-paced environment and multi-tasking is a must.

Schedule

  • Monday-Friday rotation: One week is 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM and the next week is 3pm -11pm. Schedule repeats.
  • Must be able to work weekends when needed which is rotated amongst the team.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the workday.
  • Ability to work in an industrial environment.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule when needed.

Why Gerdau?

  • Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package on day one
  • Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with 100% company match up to 6%
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • Career growth and development opportunities
  • A strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement

 


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