Print Shop Assistant (Part-Time)

Print Shop Assistant (Part Time)

Department: Purchasing/Mailroom Reports to: Print Shop Supervisor

Summary: Under basic supervision, processes incoming and outgoing City mail, prints City documents; sets-up and operates print shop equipment.

Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provides printing services for City departments; produces brochures, newsletters, reports, forms, and other documents utilizing a variety of printing equipment including printing press, copier, cutter, and folder.
• Receives job order; sets up and operates printing shop equipment; adjusts equipment settings to maximize efficiency; monitors operations to assure printed products meet job specifications and quality standards; cleans equipment and print shop; performs minor repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Provides mailing services for City departments; sorting incoming mail into departmental boxes, using folders/inserts to prepare outgoing mail, processing outgoing mail using mail postage machines, processing water bills and past due bills.
• Processes shipping and receiving of packages/letters for UPS, FedEx, USPS and other shipping providers.
• Supports the departmental operations with regular and timely attendance.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines: High School Diploma or GED required; AND one year of related work experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge of:

• Safety rules and regulations, and safety precautions in a print shop environment
• Equipment and methods used in the production of commercial printing projects.
• Printing equipment and copier maintenance techniques and practices.

Skill in:

• Operating, adjusting, maintaining, and repairing print shop equipment.
• Closely following verbal and written instructions, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

License and certification requirements: A valid Texas State Driver's License is required. Must be able to obtain HIPAA Certification within one month from date of employment.

Physical demands and working environment: Work is performed in a Print Shop; full manual dexterity and visual/hearing acuity is required.