Copy Center/Mail Technician

POSITION SUMMARY

Operates Copy Center, mailroom, and manages accountability of equipment and supplies. Provides customer service, and customer complaint resolution. Work requires knowledge of the operation, use and maintenance of copying and mailroom equipment, mail handling and distribution procedures, equipment and supply inventory and control processes, and supervisory practices and techniques.

In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants). Additionally, this job classification is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769.

NOTE: The duties of this position will include all of those duties set forth in the official job description.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Sets up, operates, and maintains complex color and black/white high-speed copiers, inserters, laminators, poster makers, binding equipment, and mailing equipment
• Assists the Publishing Services Administrator with printing, copying, binding, and mailing jobs/projects for outside customers and/or other City employees
• Obtains and prints, copies, binds, and/or laminates original files or documents, as requested
• Operates electronic postage scale and postage machine; determines correct postage; sorts, weighs, and stamps all outgoing U.S. mail
• Receives invoices; remits payments; logs payments, reconciles P-Card transactions, and creates purchase orders
• Orders and maintains supplies needed for operations
• Interacts with vendors and delivery personnel ensuring accuracy
• Interacts with other City employees by email, telephone and in person to establish needs and schedules
• Maintains postage records for chargebacks to City departments; processes paperwork to refill postage meter and keeps appropriate records of large department mailings
• Provides training on new equipment requirements and usage
• Picks up mail at Post Office and delivers to City mail room, sorts and redistributes
• Periodically distributes inter-office mail to facilities throughout the City
• Coordinates and directs other Copy Center/mail room personnel for efficiency and effective operations
• Coordinates task completion priorities and schedules work accordingly
• Maintains safety protocols while operating Copy Center/Mail room equipment
• Performs related work as required

JOB REQUIREMENTS, PREFERENCES & WORK ENVIRONMENT

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalency.One (1) year of customer service and the ability to perform operations on a variety of high-speed copy machines, print shop and mailing equipment. Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver’s license within 30 days of hire. Prior working experience and/or knowledge on operations of a variety of high-speed copy machines, print shop and mailing equipment is preferred.If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application.

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

HOW TO APPLY & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application.



The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.

Click here for an overview of employment information including our benefits package.

Say "Hello" to the City of Fort Lauderdale and Say "Goodbye" to Your Student Loan!Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, the remaining balance on your student loan may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time at the City of Fort Lauderdale. Click here for more information or to see if you qualify.

In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City of Fort Lauderdale participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. All new City of Fort Lauderdale employees are automatically enrolled in FRS. Click here to view additional information on the Florida Retirement System.

Closing Date/Time: 10/1/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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