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9810
DUPLICATING EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1
Nature of Work
Under general supervision, performs full-performance level
work in the duplication of printed and photographic material
neatly and accurately through the set up and operation of offset
presses of all sizes. Materials reproduced include forms,
letters, booklets, pamphlets, maps, legal documents, halftones,
spot color, and related materials. May operate cameras and
platemaking equipment. Desired results are reviewed for
conformation with instruction, but technical aspects and the
exact method of accomplishing objectives are left to the
employee. Performs related work as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The Duplicating Equipment Operator 1 performs basic
duplicating on offset presses of all sizes, while the Duplicating
Equipment Operator 2 performs specialized duplications on offset
presses of all sizes, which typically could include such
operations as close registration and process color reproduction.
The Duplicating Equipment Operator 2 may also function as a lead
worker.
Examples of Work
Prepares for and performs basic operation of offset printing
presses to print a variety of forms, letters, reports,
booklets and other materials; makes minor machine
adjustments to insure correct image transfer or copy.
Performs daily maintenance on machines and makes minor
repairs.
May make plates to reproduce simple line drawings and similar
materials.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the basic operation, adjustment and maintenance
of offset printing presses.
Knowledge of the various kinds of paper, inks and chemicals
used in offset duplicating work.
Skill in the operation of offset duplicating equipment.
Ability to keep simple clerical records.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written
instructions.
Minimum Qualifications
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Training:
Graduation from a standard high school or the
equivalent.
Substitution:
Two years of full-time or equivalent part-time
paid experience as described below may be substituted for
the required training.
Experience:
One year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid
experience in the operation or maintenance or repair of
printing, duplicating, and related equipment, including
some work on offset printing presses.
Substitution:
Completion of a formalized training course
offered by Job Corps, OIC, business school or a vocational
school may be substituted for the required experience.
Established: 10/16/90
Revised: 12/1/91
Effective:
12/1/91