What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mailing Machine Operator position at Contra Costa County, CA?
Salary : $49,917.00 - $60,674.40 Annually
Location : Contra Costa County, CA
Job Type : Permanent Full-Time
Job Number : 9XWD-2025A
Department : Public Works
Opening Date : 01 / 30 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 13 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit : TB
The Position
Bargaining Unit : Local 856 - General Services & Maintenance Unit
The Public Works Department is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a Mailing Machine Operator vacancy in the Print and Mail Services Division. This Division provides internal support services to County Departments related to graphic design, printing, book binding, mailing and inter-office courier services. Our staff of trained technicians, designers and professionals are here to provide County operations with support in both printing and mailing functions to ensure efficient delivery of services to the public.
The Contra Costa County Public Works Department (CCCPWD) is responsible for the maintenance and operation of over 650 miles of roads, 79 miles of streams and channels, and over 150 County buildings. CCCPWD services include parks and recreation, sandbag distribution, flood control, road and facilities maintenance, and storm water management. CCCPWD operates two airports, Buchanan Field Airport in Concord, and Byron Airport in Byron. CCCPWD strives for continuous improvement to deliver cost effective, safe reliable and sustainable projects, programs, and quality services.
We are looking for someone who is :
- Knowledgeable of postal regulations
- Experienced with working with mailing equipment such as postage meters and high speed multi-station inserters with intelligent feed capabilities
- Able to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
- A strong team player
What you will typically be responsible for :
A few reasons you might love this job :
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Competencies Required :
The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six months.
Minimum Qualifications
L icense Required : Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of State valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License will be accepted during the application process.
Experience : One (1) year of full-time or its equivalent experience operating and maintaining multi-station inserters with intelligent feed capabilities and postage meters.
Desirable Qualifications :
Selection Process
The Mailing Machine Operator online interview is tentatively scheduled to take place via computer (remotely) in March 2025.
The online interview will be administered remotely using a computer or mobile device such as a tablet. You will need access to a reliable internet connection to participate in the online interview, as well as computer or mobile device with a camera.
The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.
For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Fina Prak at fina.prak@pw.cccounty.us . For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs' applicant support team for assistance at 1 855-524-5627.
CONVICTION HISTORY
After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
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The purpose of the questionnaire is to provide applicants the opportunity to elaborate on their experience, education, and training for the Mailing Machine Operator position and to assist the HR staff in assessing each applicant's qualifications. Your responses to the questionnaire will be used to better understand your relevant experience, education, and training to determine which applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the recruitment process. Do not answer any of the questions by indicating "see attached application or see resume."
Do you possess a valid driver license?
How many years of full-time (or its equivalent) experience do you possess operating and maintaining multi-station inserters with intelligent feed capabilities?
If you indicated that you have experience operating and maintaining multi-station intelligent inserters with high intelligent feed capabilities equipment, please elaborate on your experience and include in your response employer name - dates of employment - average number of hours performing the duties. If you do not have any experience as described, please type N / A in the field below.
How many years of full-time (or its equivalent) experience do you possess operating postage meters?
If you indicated that you have experience operating postage meters, please elaborate on your experience and include in your response employer name - dates of employment - average number of hours performing the duties. If you do not have any experience as described, please type N / A in the field below.
Do you possess knowledge of mailing processing and handling equipment?
Do you possess knowledge of of US Postal regulations?
I am confirming that all statements made in this supplemental questionnaire and on the application are accurate and true; and I understand that misstatements or omissions of material facts will result in being rejected from this recruitment process, or released from future employment with Contra Costa County.
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Salary : $49,917 - $60,674