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PHOTOCOPY MACHINE OPERATOR

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is a routine technical position involving responsibility for the smooth and efficient operation of high volume duplicating equipment. An incumbent of this class reviews, prioritizes and processes requests for copying and binding jobs from user departments, performing a variety of key operator maintenance tasks as necessary. The work is distinguished from offset duplicating machine operation as it mainly involves photocopying and stapling. General supervision is received from a senior-level staff member. Supervision of others is not a responsibility of this class. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)

Receives and fills job requests and originals for copying from various departments;

Discusses potential problems of requested jobs with user departments, and makes appropriate

Operates high volume photocopying equipment, acting as keyoperator as necessary;

Replenishes toner and paper trays in machines;

Notifies vendor in case of mechanical breakdown;

Operates automatic stapler, performing light maintenance tasks as necessary;

Assists in the pricing of each job based on costs established by Purchasing Department;

Assists personnel in proper use of photocopiers;

Responds to phone inquiries from various departments, and provides information concerning job

Maintains simple log of completed jobs;

Sorts mail and performs mailroom duties.

CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of the operation and application of high volume photocopying equipment; working knowledge of maintenance of photocopying equipment; working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of automatic stapler; ability to perform key operator maintenance tasks on high volume photocopying equipment; ability to recognize potential problems with job requests and make appropriate recommendations; ability to prioritize work and meet established deadlines; ability to compute charges for duplicating jobs; ability

to maintain simple log of completed jobs; ability to maintain inventory; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; physical condition commensurate with the

demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma AND six months experience in the operation of high volume photocopying equipment.

REVISED: JANUARY 12, 2000

CIVIL SERVICE CLASSIFICATION: COMPETITIVE