Mail Inserter Machine Operator Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $17.81 - $27.60 Hourly
Location : 401 SE 21 Street Fort Lauderdale, FL33316, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: TM022-03
Department: Information Technology Services
Opening Date: 07/31/2026
Closing Date: 8/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
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.
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:

1. High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalency.
2. 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.
3. Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.
4. Prior working experience and/or knowledge on operations of a variety of high-speed copy machines, print shop and mailing equipment is preferred.
5. To claim Veterans' Preference, candidates must attach to the application a copy of military separation papers (DD214) and service-connected disability documentation (if applicable) to meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by Florida Statues. For additional information, please refer to the

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
The City of Fort Lauderdale receives a high volume of applications, so not every applicant who meets the minimum qualifications will be guaranteed an interview. Candidates are selected for interviews based on how closely their education and work experience match the specific requirements of the position.
Applicants will be subject to an extensive selection and screening process, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written; oral and performance-based testing; skills assessment; interview; employment check, background investigation; medical examination; and drug screen. For Public Safety positions, the process additionally includes polygraph examinations and psychological evaluations. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
All applicants, including current City of Fort Lauderdale employees, need to fully detail their work experience on the employment application. Applicants must ensure that all required documents submitted are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible. It is the applicant's responsibility to update their online profile with accurate personal information, work history, education, and certifications each time they submit a new application. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace.
For technical support with your application, contact from 9 am to 9 pm EST, Monday to Friday, at (855) 524-5627 or email .
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.
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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 to view additional information on the Florida Retirement System.
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Are you currently a Full-Time employee of the City of Fort Lauderdale covered under Teamsters Local Union 769?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you possess or are you able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate from a recognized issuing agency?

• Yes
• No

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How many years of paid work experience do you possess in customer service and the ability to perform operations on a variety of high-speed copy machines, print shop and mailing equipment?

• No experience or less than one (1) year
• One (1) year
• Two (2) years
• Three (3) years
• Four (4) years
• Five (5) or more years

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Do you have prior working experience and/or knowledge on operations of a variety of high-speed copy machines, print shop and mailing equipment?

• Yes
• No

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Describe your prior working experience and/or knowledge on operations of a variety of high-speed copy machines, print shop and mailing equipment. If none, enter, "None".
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Do you have mail collection / distribution / shipping experience?

• Yes
• No

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Describe your mail collection / distribution / shipping experience? If no experience, enter N/A
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Describe your level of experience in Windows 10 Adobe Acrobat, Word, and Excel. If no experience, enter N/A
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Have you worked with any mail/print specialized software or equipment? Please describe your experience. If no experience, enter N/A
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What type of graphic files do you have experience working with and how would you process for production? If no experience, enter N/A
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What experience do you have with logistics such as USPS, FedEx, UPS or any other courier services? If no experience, enter N/A
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What steps do you take to ensure accuracy when sorting and distributing mail? If no experience, enter N/A
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Describe your experience with accounts payable/receivable? What software did you use? If no experience, enter N/A
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