Full Description

General Information

Position Summary

Performs skilled work operating office duplicating and peripheral equipment, downloading digital files from the computer, and assisting customers with their requests.

Supervision Received

Works under the technical supervision of a higher level duplicating equipment operator and the administrative supervision of the unit or division head.

Supervision Exercised

None.

Responsibilities

The essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties

Operates duplicating equipment including standard off-set duplicating machines, photo-stat plate maker,electrostatic copier, computer to plate equipment and high speed copy machines.

Operates peripheral equipment including drill press, electric and manual cutter, stitcher, perfect and glue binding machine, electric and vacuum collator, folding and envelope inserting equipment.

Completes daily mailing to bulk mail center.

Cleans duplicating equipment and makes adjustments, prepares and changes chemical solutions.

Completes work orders, records and updates progress. Maintains print files, plates and related material.

Maintains inventory of paper stock and other material; requisitions and stocks supplies as required.

Place calls for service, mail pick-up, job delivery, and contact customers when needed.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Working knowledge of general office procedures.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to follow established safety practices, proper procedures, and care of equipment. Demonstrates an ability to minimize associated risks.

Ability to understand the priorities, goals, and objectives of the department.

Demonstrates a good understanding of the operations, and a common understanding of the department mission and vision.

Ability to independently initiate, plan, and coordinate multiple projects ranging from the routine to the complex.

Ability to independently prioritize own work and to identify and use appropriate materials, methods, and resources necessary to complete assignments and to maintain and manage inventories of materials and supplies.

Excellent verbal and written ability to work collaboratively with customers, vendors, and departmental staff. Ability to effectively listen.

Ability to create and maintain a positive working environment by understanding the team members' capabilities and interests, assisting team members with their workload, sharing expertise with team members, and exhibiting safe work practices.

Demonstrates commitment to quality customer service and has the ability to promptly respond to difficult service requests from customers or requests for assistance from coworkers.

Knowledge in full range of methods, techniques and current standards to operate and makes routine adjustments on duplicating equipment including standard off-set duplicating machines, photo-stat plate maker, color and high-speed copiers.

Knowledge in full range of methods, techniques, and current standards used to operate peripheral equipment including drill press, electric and manual cutter, stitcher, binding machine, electric and manual collator, folding machines and mail inserting equipment.

Knowledge of printing standards and printing industry best practices.

Knowledge in the full range of methods, techniques and current standards used to operate a computer and output digital files to film, direct to plates, color digital printers, proofing devices, and/or high speed digital copiers.

Ability to use a range of job-related software such as e-mail, word processing, database and spreadsheet applications, and on-line ordering software.

Minimum Qualifications

One year of experience as a Duplicating Equipment Operator Trainee or equivalent.

How To Apply

To be considered further, please apply for this position and attach a resume and cover letter to your online application.

The Human Resource Department will review your application materials and contact you regarding the next steps.

To attach additional documents to your online application, click on the "Additional Attachments" link from the applicant homepage and upload your documents as attachments. Valid file extensions for attaching a document include .doc, .txt, .rtf, and .pdf.

This position will be posted until 10/08/2026.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are job duties that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation through the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disability Amendments Act (ADAAA). The essential functions are typical duties as outlined under Responsibilities.

Regular and reliable attendance.

May be exposed to various cleaning products.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Saint Paul Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

Equity Statement

SPPS is committed to an equitable workforce where all employees represent this commitment through equitable practices in their job position.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

Pay range for this position is: $21.38-$26.26

Max hiring step = step five (5)

The full salary schedule is listed in the AFSME contract. Salary information for this job posting can be found at this link (https://www.spps.org/about/departments/human-resources/labor-agreements) and by selecting the "AFSME (Clerical and Technical)" Labor agreement.

Benefit information for this position can be found at this link (https: //www.spps.org/about/departments/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summaries-by-bargaining-unit) and by selecting the "AFSME (Clerical and Technical) - Full Time" link.

Other Information

Transcript - Unofficial transcripts are accepted at the time of hire. You must submit official transcripts within 30 days of your start date. Formal credential evaluation is required for post-secondary education completed outside of the United States.

Veteran's Preference - If you are an eligible veteran applying for a job where veteran's preference applies and wish to claim Veterans Preference you must submit a legible copy of your DD214 to the Human Resource Department with your employment application. If your claim is approved, five or ten additional points will be added to your final passing score.

Criminal Background Investigation and Reference Checks - Reference checks and a criminal background investigation will be completed as a condition of hire for all new employees and for former employees who have not been employed by the District for more than six months.