Offset Press Operator II

10090095 OFFSET PRESS OPERATOR II

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of duties involved in offset, digital, wide format and apparel printing, collecting and binding materials for the city.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the full journey level class within the Offset Press Operator series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Offset Press Operator I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in this class are not flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level or when filled from the outside and have prior experience.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from the Office Services Supervisor. Exercises no supervision.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES--Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform a variety of printing tasks involving two color printing jobs including stationery, business cards, envelopes, brochures and forms.
• Prepare chemical mixes for dark room work; shoot and strip negatives; burn images onto plates.
• Perform preventive maintenance on the equipment; report maintenance needs to supervisor.
• Operate a variety of equipment including; cutters, folders, binders, copiers or related equipment.

OTHER IMPORTANT DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide general information to city personnel regarding printing requests; respond to or direct inquiries and complaints.
• Maintain records of all incoming jobs; notify departments when jobs are complete.
• Assist staff in stocking supplies and materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Modern office methods, techniques and procedures.
• Operating characteristics of printing and related equipment and basic adjustment and maintenance techniques.
• Characteristics and uses of paper, inks and other materials used in duplicating work.

Ability to:

• Skillfully set up and operate printers and other related reproduction equipment with speed, accuracy and precision.
• Operate the dark room camera.
• Make minor adjustments to duplicating machines and subsidiary equipment and maintain equipment in good working condition.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work.
• Understand and follow instructions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely.
• Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:
• making observations
• reading and writing
• operating assigned equipment
• communicating with others.
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the following:
• standing, sitting or kneeling for extended periods of time
• lifting and moving supplies and equipment
• operating assigned equipment.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training Guidelines

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Two years of experience in the operation of printers and related equipment.

Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in press operation or a related field.

Position : 10090095

Code : 496-1

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : OFFICE OF PUBLICATIONS

Grade : RANGE 16

Group : CONSTITUEN

Job Class : OFFSET PRESS OPERATOR II

Posting Start : 05/21/2025

Posting End : 12/31/9999

Details : CITY WEBSITE

MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $12.47