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EL CAMINO COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

CLASS TITLE: PRINTER

DEFINITION:

Under supervision, to print or reproduce a wide variety of materials to operate binding and other related equipment, to lead and assign work as directed, and perform other related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

1. Responsible for all production involving offset duplicating presses.

2. Operates and maintains highly technical offset duplicating presses and camera in the reproduction of such high volume materials as brochures, newsletters, flyers, programs, forms and booklets.

3. Processes plate masters by technique such as moistening desensitizing, fusing and preserving.

4. Sets and estimates time exposures for different contrasts of copy.

5. Maintains and performs minor repairs on highly technical and diversified equipment.

6. Keeps an inventory of related supplies and parts required for offset presses, camera, and related equipment.

7. Leads and oversees offset operators in scheduling daily work projects.

8. Assists supervisor in coordinating the work flow on a day-to-day basis.

QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE OF: Operation of an offset duplicating press (Chief 11-17); Operation of Itek platemaker (11-17); Inks and chemicals; Mega and Electrostatic plate material; Operation of a high volume duplicating copier system; Operation of a Baumfolder (17 1/2 x 22 1/2); Operation of a drill punch, electric power cutter, and other related printing equipment; Basic methods of supervision. Printer (Continued) Page 2

ABILITY TO: Skillfully operate an offset duplicating press and platemaker and other related equipment; Perform minor preventive maintenance on presses, cameras and other related equipment (grease, oil, adjust, etc.); Perform and lead in offset reproduction projects; Understand and carry out oral and written directions; Establish and maintain cooperative working relations with others. EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:

Two years of experience as a printer and knowledge of modern offset duplicating equipment, including supervisory experience. Printing, technical, and related clerical coursework desired.

Classified Salary Range 27 Board Approved: May 1973 Revised: 6/24/85